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Dr. Yesenia Valdez, MD

Dr. Yesenia Valdez, MD

Bariatric Physician
IL
5.00
“I had a great experience with Dr. Valdez. She is very punctual, professional and easy to talk to. I appreciate how carefully she listened to my concerns and explained things clearly without rushing! I would definitely recommend to anyone looking for reliable and compassionate doctors. ”
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Highly recommended
100% of patients gave this doctor 5 stars
Excellent wait time
100% of patients waited less than 30 minutes
New patient appointments
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What patients are saying

Overall rating

5.00

Average wait time

5.00

Bedside manner

5.00
“I had a great experience with Dr. Valdez. She is very punctual, professional and easy to talk to. I appreciate how carefully she listened to my concerns and explained things clearly without rushing! I would definitely recommend to anyone looking for reliable and compassionate doctors. ”
VBLess than 1 year ago
“Dr. Valdez listens and was very informative when she gave me the diagnosis and treatment plan. She clearly evaluated what was best for my individual situation rather than giving me a one-size-fits-all response. My condition had some unique complications that required her to change the approach. She is easy-going and clearly cares about her patients. I had visited her for weight loss needs, but I am now also switching to Dr. Valdez for my primary care needs as well. ”
SBLess than 1 year ago

About Dr. Yesenia Valdez

Hi, I’m Dr. Yesenia Valdez, a board-certified physician specializing in weight management and metabolic health. My goal is to help patients feel confident and in control of their health by offering evidence-based, compassionate care tailored to each individual’s needs. I offer virtual visits for adults seeking safe, doctor-supervised weight loss treatment using FDA-approved medications such as semaglutide, tirzepatide, phentermine, Qsymia, and others. I also work closely with patients to address lifestyle, nutrition, and metabolic factors that impact long-term success. Whether you're just starting your weight loss journey or have struggled with your weight for years, I’m here to support you with a personalized, nonjudgmental approach that fits your goals and lifestyle.

Areas of expertise

This doctor's experience enhances their expertise in similar cases. Below are the conditions or surgeries they treat most frequently.
Lower back pain
Acute sinusitis
High cholesterol
Chronic diabetes
Chronic high blood pressure
Lower back pain
Acute sinusitis
High cholesterol
Chronic diabetes

Education and background

Practice names

Board certifications

  • American Board of Family Medicine
  • American Board of Obesity Medicine

Education and training

  • Medical School - University of Illinois Chicago, Doctor of Medicine
  • University of Illinois College of Medicine at Chicago, Residency in Family Medicine

Languages spoken

  • English
  • Spanish

Provider's gender

Female

NPI number

1871936146

Patient reviews

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Overall rating
5.00
Wait time
5.00
Bedside manner
5.00
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9 reviews
Most relevant
Yesenia is extremely informative and I am so excited to begin my weight loss journey!
She’s the first doctor who didn’t judge me. Really refreshing and empowering care.
Friendly, professional, and effective. I’ve already lost 22 pounds in 2 months!
Super responsive and proactive clinician. Highly reommend Dr. Valdez
I had a great experience with Dr. Valdez. She is very punctual, professional and easy to talk to. I appreciate how carefully she listened to my concerns and explained things clearly without rushing! I would definitely recommend to anyone looking for reliable and compassionate doctors.
Dr. Valdez listens and was very informative when she gave me the diagnosis and treatment plan. She clearly evaluated what was best for my individual situation rather than giving me a one-size-fits-all response. My condition had some unique complications that required her to change the approach. She is easy-going and clearly cares about her patients. I had visited her for weight loss needs, but I am now also switching to Dr. Valdez for my primary care needs as well.
Highly recommend Dr. Valdez. She listen to my needs, compassionate and very knowledgeable. I’m beyond grateful for all her help!
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How soon can I make an appointment with Dr. Yesenia Valdez?

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Is Dr. Yesenia Valdez accepting new patients?

Dr. Yesenia Valdez generally accepts new patients on Zocdoc. You can see Dr. Valdez's earliest availability on Zocdoc and schedule an appointment online.

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Can I make an appointment with Dr. Yesenia Valdez online?

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Which board certifications does Dr. Yesenia Valdez have?

Dr. Yesenia Valdez is certified by American Board of Family Medicine and American Board of Obesity Medicine.

What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Yesenia Valdez?

Dr. Yesenia Valdez frequently sees patients for Nutrition Consultation, Obesity / Weight Loss Consultation, Obesity Nutrition Consultation, Weight Loss Consultation, and Weight Management. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Yesenia Valdez on their profile.

What languages does Dr. Yesenia Valdez speak?

Dr. Yesenia Valdez speaks English and Spanish.

How do patients rate Dr. Yesenia Valdez in reviews?

9 patients have reviewed Dr. Yesenia Valdez. The overall rating for this doctor is 5/5. They have a 5/5 rating for bedside manner and a 5/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.

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