Anthony Auriemma, MD, JD, FOMA

Anthony Auriemma, MD, JD, FOMA, Weight Management Physician

Obesity Medicine Physician

Phone: 847-324-3020

Board Certifications
  • American Board of Family Medicine
  • American Board of Obesity Medicine
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Appointment Line: 847-324-3020

Practice Locations

Areas of Expertise

  • Metabolic Health
  • Weight Management
  • Family Medicine

Biography

Dr. Auriemma graduated cum laude from Hope College before earning his Doctor of Medicine degree from the Loyola University Stritch School of Medicine. He also earned a Juris Doctor cum laude from The John Marshall Law School. Dr. Auriemma completed his residency in Family Medicine at Hinsdale Hospital, where he served as Chief Resident.

Dual board-certified in Family Medicine and Obesity Medicine, Dr. Auriemma brings extensive clinical experience to patient care. After starting his career in family medicine, he established his own weight management program in 2006. For over 20 years, he has led dedicated healthcare teams as a medical director, empowering individuals on their personal journeys toward better health and wellness.

Dr. Auriemma is a Trustee and Fellow of the Obesity Medicine Association and has previously represented the organization as an alternate delegate at the American Medical Association. Locally, he is a founding member, past president, and current trustee for the Illinois Obesity Society. Passionate about partnering directly with patients to help them achieve sustainable health outcomes, Dr. Auriemma continues to be a tireless advocate for equitable, high-quality care within the field of obesity medicine.

Effective care starts with listening. I partner with each patient to understand their individual journey and together we design an evidence-based plan for long-term health and success.

Anthony Auriemma, MD, JD, FOMA

Education

Medical School

Loyola University Stritch School of Medicine - Doctor of Medicine

Residency

Hinsdale Family Medicine

Affiliations and Associations

  • Obesity Medicine Association, Trustee
  • The Obesity Society
  • Illinois Obesity Society, Trustee and Past President
  • American Medical Association
  • Illinois Academy of Family Physicians
  • Fitch, A., Auriemma, A., & Bays, H. E. (2023). Compounded peptides: an Obesity Medicine Association position statement.
  • Karjoo, S., Auriemma, A, Fraker, T., Bays, H.E. Nonalcoholic fatty liver disease and obesity: An Obesity Medicine Association (OMA) Clinical Practice Statement (CPS) 2022, Obesity Pillars, Volume 3.
  • Ard, J.D., Lewis, K.H., Rothberg, A., Auriemma, A., Coburn, S.L., Cohen, S.S., Loper, J., Matarese, L., Pories, W.J. and Periman, S., (2018). Effectiveness of a Total Meal Replacement Program (OPTIFAST Program) on Weight Loss: Results from the OPTIWIN Study. Obesity, 27(1), pp.22-29.
  • Auriemma, A. High-intensity Interval Training versus Traditional Exercise in Adults with Overweight and Obesity. (2017). Bariatric Times. 2017;14(8): 12-15
  • Loyola University Medical Center, Department of Surgery, Maywood, Illinois, “Evaluation and Management of Malrotation and Midgut Volvulus.” (2001). Presented at American Academy of Pediatrics National Meeting
  • Gold Foundation Humanism and Excellence in Teaching Award
    Family Medicine Recipient from the University of Illinois College of Medicine

  • Dr. Vernon B. Astler Award 
    From the Obesity Medicine Association recognition for advancing the field of obesity medicine




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