About
Dr. Suzanne Kersbergen is a board-certified family medicine and obesity medicine physician practicing in Boca Raton, Florida. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Biology from East Carolina University in 2003. She then completed her Doctorate of Osteopathic Medicine at Virginia Tech, Edward Via College of Osteopathic Medicine in Blacksburg, Virginia in 2009. Her internship took place at Baylor Scott and White Medical Center in Temple, Texas. She completed her Family Medicine residency at MercyOne North Iowa Medical Center in Mason City, Iowa, where she served as Chief Resident.
Dr. Kersbergen holds Diplomate status with both the American Board of Family Medicine and the American Board of Obesity Medicine. The Federal Aviation Administration designated her an Airman Medical Examiner in 2012, a role she continues today. She earned the Sigma Sigma Phi honor in 2008 and co-authored a scientific poster that won second place at the 2007 Annual Clinical Assembly of Osteopathic Specialists. Her clinical focus spans preventive care, chronic disease management, bariatric medicine, and aviation medicine. Outside the office, she enjoys reading, attending sporting events with her kids, and spending time with family.
Education & Training
Undergraduate
East Carolina University, B.S. Biology, 2003
Medical School
Virginia Tech, Edward Via College of Osteopathic Medicine, Blacksburg, VA - Doctorate of Osteopathic Medicine 2009
Residency
Family Medicine, MercyOne North Iowa Medical Center, Mason City, IA (2012-2014), Chief Resident
Additional Training
Internship: Baylor Scott and White Medical Center, Temple, TX (2009-2010)
Certifications
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Kersbergen right for?
Dr. Kersbergen is a strong fit for adults seeking a thorough, prevention-focused primary care physician. Patients managing obesity, type 2 diabetes, high cholesterol, or hypertension benefit from her dual expertise in family and obesity medicine. Pilots and aviation professionals needing FAA medical certification can work directly with her as a Designated Airman Medical Examiner. She works well with patients who want a personalized wellness plan rather than a generic approach to their health.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Kersbergen focuses on obesity, chronic disease management, type 2 diabetes, high cholesterol, and hypertension. She also handles all aspects of family medicine and preventive care. Her dual board certifications in family medicine and obesity medicine allow her to evaluate lifestyle, nutrition, and medication together when building a treatment plan.
Yes. Dr. Kersbergen holds Diplomate certification from both the American Board of Family Medicine and the American Board of Obesity Medicine. These dual certifications support her integrated approach to preventing and managing chronic conditions including obesity and metabolic disease.
Dr. Kersbergen has served as a Federal Aviation Administration Designated Airman Medical Examiner since 2012. In this role, she performs medical evaluations required for pilot certification. Aviators seeking FAA medical clearance can schedule exams directly with her practice.
Dr. Kersbergen earned her Doctorate of Osteopathic Medicine from Virginia Tech, Edward Via College of Osteopathic Medicine in 2009. She completed her internship at Baylor Scott and White Medical Center in Texas. Her Family Medicine residency took place at MercyOne North Iowa Medical Center in Iowa, where she was selected as Chief Resident.
Dr. Kersbergen builds individualized wellness plans for each patient. She does not rely on shortcuts or generic formulas. She treats each patient as a partner, working together to identify realistic health goals and the steps to reach them. Her osteopathic training and dual board certifications inform a whole-person perspective on health.
Yes. Every office visit at Dr. Kersbergen's practice means seeing Dr. Kersbergen directly, not a nurse practitioner or physician assistant. That consistency supports the kind of relationship-driven care her practice is built around.
Yes. Dr. Kersbergen is reachable by phone after hours and on weekends for urgent concerns. That direct access is a core part of her MDVIP-affiliated practice.
Dr. Kersbergen maintains memberships in the American Academy of Family Physicians, the American Medical Association, the American Osteopathic Association, the Obesity Medical Association, the Florida Medical Society, and the Florida Osteopathic Medical Association.
Doctor profile last updated April 10, 2026