Summary

Dr. Rita Kathawa is an internal medicine physician who brings nine years of medical experience to her practice. She earned her medical degree from Michigan State University College of Human Medicine, where she developed expertise in comprehensive adult healthcare. Her practice focuses particularly on weight management and metabolic health conditions.

Dr. Kathawa practices at Michigan Weight Loss Institute in Sterling Heights, Michigan. She specializes in treating obesity and overweight conditions in both adults and children, addressing pediatric obesity with specialized care approaches. Kathawa also manages high cholesterol in children and teens, helping young patients establish healthy foundations for lifelong wellness. Her clinical skills include administering autoinjectors and insulin pens for patients requiring specialized medications, along with ordering and interpreting general blood tests to monitor patient health. Patients consistently rate her highly, giving her an average rating of 5.0.
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Quick Facts

  • 5
  • 9 years of experience
  • 60 insurance plans accepted
  • Michigan State University College Of Human Medicine
  • 5 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 1 area of expertise
  • 1 office location
  • Female

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Location

Michigan Weight Loss Institute

41400 DEQUINDRE RD STE 105STERLING HEIGHTS, MI 48314

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Internal MedicineInternal MedicineInternal MedicineInternal Medicine
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
2.8 
9 Years of Experience 16 Years of Experience 37 Years of Experience 43 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks Arabic, English Speaks English Speaks Spanish, English
STERLING HEIGHTS , MIRoseville , MIPontiac , MIHighland Park , MI
Med School: Michigan State University College Of Human Medicine Med School: Wayne State University School Of Medicine Med School: Michigan State University, College of Human Medicine Med School: Wayne State Universtiy School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Rita Karana Kathawa

  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Aetna Better Health
  • AmeriHealth
  • APWU
  • Ascension Health
  • Ascension Health - PPO
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - HMO
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - Medicare
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan - Federal Employees Program
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan - HMO
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan - Medicare
  • CareSource
  • CareSource - Medicaid
  • CareSource - Medicare
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Community Care Associates
  • GEHA
  • Golden Rule
  • Health Alliance
  • HealthPartners
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Humana - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • McLaren Health Plan
  • McLaren Health Plan - Medicaid
  • McLaren Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meridian Health Plan
  • Meridian Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - HMO
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • Priority Health
  • Priority Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Reliance Standard
  • Reliance Standard - HMO
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare Community Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Wellcare
  • Wellcare - Medicare
  • Zing Health
  • Zing Health - HMO

Medical Specialties

Dr. Rita Karana Kathawa has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Rita Karana Kathawa has the following area of expertise

  • Other

Certifications, License, & Education

9 Years Experience

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from Michigan State University College Of Human Medicine in 2017.

NPI Number

Dr. Kathawa's NPI number is 1427584812.

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Is Dr. Rita Karana Kathawa accepting new patients?
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Where is Dr. Rita Karana Kathawa's office located?
Dr. Rita Karana Kathawa's office is located at 41400 DEQUINDRE RD STE 105, STERLING HEIGHTS, MI, 48314.
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