About
Dr. Derrick Dean is a third-generation physician and a native of New Orleans, Louisiana. He earned his medical degree from Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine, completed an internship at Mercy Suburban Hospital in Norristown, Pennsylvania, and finished his residency in Emergency Medicine at the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey. He practiced emergency medicine for over 14 years before shifting his focus to urgent care medicine over the past six years.
Dr. Dean holds board certification through the American Board of Urgent Care Medicine and maintains additional certifications including NRCME and CLIA. He currently focuses on weight loss management and serves as Medical Director for KedsPlasma Clinic and Align Infusion Therapy Clinic in the greater New Orleans area. He joined the Renew Vitality nationwide network to extend his patient reach.
Education & Training
Medical School
Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine (DO)
Residency
Emergency Medicine, University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey
Additional Training
Internship, Mercy Suburban Hospital, Norristown, Pennsylvania
Certifications
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Dean right for?
Dr. Dean is a strong fit for adults seeking medically supervised weight loss programs. Patients who benefit from his background include those with complex health histories needing careful evaluation. His emergency medicine experience makes him well-suited for patients who need thorough, efficient assessments. Adults in the greater New Orleans area or those accessing telehealth services will find his clinical range especially useful.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Dean is a Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine who trained at Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine. He completed his residency in Emergency Medicine at the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey. He then practiced emergency medicine for over 14 years before focusing on urgent care and weight loss medicine.
Yes. Dr. Dean holds board certification through the American Board of Urgent Care Medicine. He also maintains certifications through the National Registry of Certified Medical Examiners and holds Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments certification.
Dr. Dean focuses primarily on weight loss management within the Renew Vitality network. His background in preventive medicine and urgent care informs a thorough, individualized approach to each patient's program.
Dr. Dean sees patients through Renew Vitality's telehealth services, which extend his reach nationwide. He also serves patients in the greater New Orleans area through his local clinic roles.
Dr. Dean focuses on weight loss management and preventive medicine. His clinical background spans emergency medicine and urgent care, giving him a broad foundation for evaluating and treating adult patients.
Dr. Dean spent over 14 years practicing emergency medicine before shifting his focus to urgent care over the past six years. He joined Renew Vitality to extend his patient reach and apply his expertise in weight loss management to a broader population.
Doctor profile last updated March 21, 2026