Metabolic GI & Obesity
Metabolic GI Health & Pediatric Obesity Care
Compassionate, judgment-free care for the gut and metabolic concerns that often travel with weight changes in childhood.
Weight is rarely the whole story. In many South Florida families we see, weight changes come bundled with reflux, abdominal pain, constipation, fatty liver, or insulin resistance, and each one deserves real attention.
Dr. Mendez offers a whole-child evaluation: GI symptoms, liver and metabolic labs, nutrition, sleep, activity, and family history, with a plan that respects your child's age, culture, and goals.
Symptoms
Signs and symptoms
- Rapid weight gain or unexplained weight loss
- Elevated liver enzymes or suspected fatty liver
- Acanthosis nigricans or signs of insulin resistance
- Abdominal pain, bloating, or reflux with weight changes
- Constipation or irregular stooling patterns
- Snoring, fatigue, or poor sleep alongside weight concerns
Our Approach
How we treat it
- Full GI and metabolic history with growth trend review.
- Targeted labs: liver panel, lipids, A1c, insulin, vitamin D, iron studies.
- Liver imaging when indicated to evaluate for non-alcoholic fatty liver disease.
- Practical, family-centered nutrition guidance, no fad diets or shame.
- Coordination with endocrinology, cardiology, and behavioral health when helpful.
- Ongoing follow-up so progress is measured and supported, not pressured.
When to Reach Out
When to call a pediatric GI
- Your pediatrician has flagged liver enzymes, lipids, or A1c.
- Weight changes are paired with GI symptoms.
- Family history of fatty liver, diabetes, or early heart disease.
- You want a thoughtful second opinion before starting medications.
- Past visits felt rushed or weight-focused instead of whole-child.
Ready to talk it through?
Concierge access means we have the time to listen, evaluate carefully, and stay with your family through every step.