Welcome

The George Washington University Weight Management Program (GWUWMP) is a multidisciplinary medical clinic specializing in weight control, nutrition, and prevention of obesity and obesity-related chronic disease. We are a team of physicians, psychologists, dieticians, social workers, counselors, and exercise trainers working together to provide individualized, comprehensive weight management support for all participants.

“This program has taught me the tools for eating and living healthfully that I will continue for the rest of my life.” — J.M.   ABOUT OUR PATIENTS

GWUWMP News

Friday, January 16th, 2009

Dr. Scott Kahan was interviewed for an article on gastric bypass surgery entitled Dueling Doctors: Stomach-Stapling to Lose Weight, published on The Huffington Post.

Monday, January 5th, 2009

Dr. Scott Kahan was highlighted in the Washington Post as having been appointed to the staff of the George Washington University Weight Management Program.

Friday, January 2nd, 2009

Dr. Arthur Frank was interviewed by Fox 5 where he discussed questions to ask before selecting a weight loss program. Dr. Frank described ten key questions to consider. Read the article.

Wednesday, December 24th, 2008

Dr. Arthur Frank was interviewed by the Washington Post’s Express newspaper for an article entitled “Foodie Resolutions: How to Cook Better, Eat Better and Live Better in 2009.”

Obesity News

Tuesday, January 6th, 2009
English government launches initiative to cut obesity

A large advertising campaign to encourage families, and particularly children, to eat more healthily and be more active was launched last week by the English government as part of a three year programme that aims to achieve a “lifestyle revolution” to halt the growing epidemic of obesity.

Monday, January 5th, 2009
Gov Patrick to Announce Anti-Obesity Plan

Governor Deval Patrick of Massachusetts is expected to announce an anti-obesity campaign that will include required calorie labeling on restaurant menus. The initiative will also call for public schools to measure heights and weights of students to determine if overweight. The initiative will be voted on next Fall by the Public Health Council, a board of doctors, consumer advocates, and medical leaders.