About Us
Experience & Empathetic Care
Michael Li, MD
Dr Michael Li is a board-certified physician in both Internal Medicine and Obesity Medicine and the Founder of Valley Obesity Medicine & Diabetes (VOMD) in Winchester, Virginia. He also holds an MBA in Finance and a Master’s degree in Epidemiology.
With more than two decades of experience in healthcare leadership across inpatient and outpatient settings, Dr. Li has served in senior clinical and executive roles throughout the Shenandoah Valley and beyond. Most recently, he served as Chief Medical Officer of Shenandoah Community Health, where he led major clinical and operational turnaround initiatives, expanded access to care, improved financial performance, strengthened clinical quality, and helped build a culture of accountability and excellence.
Earlier in his career, Dr. Li held regional and program medical director roles with Valley Health and Hospitalist Management Group, where he built and led high-performing hospitalist programs, partnered closely with community physicians, and contributed to system-wide quality and strategic initiatives.
Dr. Li is deeply passionate about Obesity Medicine and disease prevention, and believes that shifting healthcare toward proactive, whole-person care has the potential to transform outcomes while reducing long-term costs. Having immigrated from a developing country, he also has a strong commitment to serving underserved populations as a way of giving back to the country that has given him so much.
Through VOMD, Dr. Li is focused on providing physician-led, personalized care that restores health, reduces risk, and helps patients live fuller, healthier lives.
Whole Body Health & Wellness
New clinic focuses on treating obesity as a disease
What Makes VOMD Different and Better?
- Double Board-Certified Expertise: Dr. Michael Li is certified in Internal and Obesity Medicine, treating the complex link between weight and chronic disease.
- Obesity as a Disease: We treat obesity with the same clinical rigor as asthma or hypertension, focusing on medical science over willpower.
- FDA-Approved Medications: For your safety, we only prescribe rigorously tested, FDA-approved treatments—never compounded alternatives.
- Behavioral Support: Our partnership with a clinical psychologist addresses the emotional and mental aspects of sustainable weight loss.
- Insurance Accessibility: Unlike “cash-only” clinics, we accept most major insurance, including Medicare and Medicaid.
- Transparent Self-Pay Pricing: We offer discounted rates for self-pay patients to ensure financial barriers don’t block your goals.
At Valley Obesity Medicine & Diabetes, we believe that change happens when medical science and compassionate care come together.
At Valley Obesity Medicine & Diabetes, we believe that change happens when medical science and compassionate care come together. Our mission is to empower lasting health by blending evidence-based treatments with supportive guidance, giving patients the tools, confidence, and partnership they need to thrive.
Prevention & Chronic Illness Reversal
A Vision Born from Experience
Valley Obesity Medicine & Diabetes was founded by Dr. Michael Li, a physician Board-Certified in both Internal Medicine and Obesity Medicine.
For 15 years, Dr. Li cared for patients in the hospital setting, often treating serious complications of chronic illnesses like diabetes, heart disease, and stroke. What became clear to him over those years was that so many of these life-threatening conditions had a common root: untreated or undertreated obesity.
He saw patients return again and again with preventable complications—not because they lacked effort or willpower, but because the traditional healthcare system wasn’t built to address obesity as the complex, chronic medical condition it truly is.
In 2021, Dr. Li made the decision to transition from hospital-based medicine to outpatient care, dedicating his focus to prevention and long-term disease management. His passion for Obesity Medicine grew out of a belief that if we address obesity at its root, we can transform the way people live, feel, and age.
Bringing a New Model of Care to the Shenandoah Valley
Before launching Valley Obesity Medicine & Diabetes, Dr. Li explored several paths to make modern obesity treatment more accessible to the Shenandoah Valley community. With the encouragement and support of local patients, colleagues, and families, he ultimately chose to establish an independent practice.
This independence allows Valley Obesity Medicine & Diabetes to adopt innovative, patient-centered care models proven to achieve better outcomes—especially for individuals who have struggled to find lasting success in weight management within the traditional healthcare system. Here, we have the freedom to focus on what works: personalized treatment plans, advanced medical therapies, behavioral strategies, and compassionate support that meets patients where they are.
Accessible & Affordable
At Valley Obesity Medicine & Diabetes, we want your care to be both accessible and affordable.
That’s why we partner with a wide range of insurance providers. Below, you’ll find the plans we currently accept. If your provider isn’t listed or if you’re unsure about coverage, please reach out—our team is happy to walk you through your options and help you get the answers you need.
More Than Treatment—A Partnership for Health
Our practice specializes in the prevention and treatment of both obesity and diabetes, two conditions that are deeply interconnected. Managing one often means making progress in the other. By treating these conditions together, we help patients not only lower their risks and improve their numbers, but also rediscover energy, confidence, and quality of life.
At Valley Obesity Medicine & Diabetes, we’re not just addressing symptoms—we’re building a path forward. Every patient who walks through our doors is met with respect, compassion, and a personalized plan designed for long-term success.
Because at the end of the day, our mission is simple: to help you feel like yourself again—healthier, stronger, and ready for the life you deserve.
Take the First Step Toward Feeling Like Yourself Again
Your health journey doesn’t have to feel overwhelming—and you don’t have to do it alone. At Valley Obesity Medicine & Diabetes, we’ll sit down with you, listen to your story, and create a plan that fits your life.
Book your initial consultation today and start moving toward better energy, better health, and a better tomorrow.
Our Vision is Simple:
To provide the kind of care that restores health, reduces risks, and gives you back the life you want to live.
Compassionate Support, Without Judgment
You deserve care that understands your challenges and celebrates your progress. We meet you where you are, walking alongside you every step of the way. No judgement, just support.
Longer, More Personal Visits
We believe good care takes time. That’s why our appointments are longer and unhurried, giving you the space to share your story and ask every question.
Personalized Treatment Plans
There’s no one-size-fits-all solution. We look at the root causes of your health challenges and create a plan tailored to your needs, lifestyle, and goals.
Evidence-Based Solutions
From advanced medications to proven behavioral strategies, every treatment we offer is backed by science and designed for long-term results.