Catherine Welford Varney

Catherine Welford Varney, DO, is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Family Medicine at the University of Virginia School of Medicine. She serves as the Obesity Medicine Director at UVA Health, where she combines clinical practice in family medicine with specialized obesity treatment.

Her research focuses on obesity management in primary care, post-bariatric surgery care, pharmacological interventions, and the obesity-cancer link. She sees patients at UVA Health's Primary and Specialty Care Pantops and Metabolic & Bariatric Surgery Clinic, emphasizing personalized care and preventative strategies.

Patient reviews highlight her compassionate approach, clear communication, and effectiveness in improving health outcomes related to obesity. UVA Health's tri-accredited status in obesity medicine and bariatric surgery underscores her access to comprehensive resources.