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OWL team
Children's Optimal Weight for Life (OWL) Program is a multi-disciplinary care clinic dedicated to the evaluation and treatment of children who are overweight/obese and/or those with type 2 diabetes.

As the largest pediatric obesity program in New England, the OWL Program cares for more than 500 new patients each year.

Our team of experienced physicians, nurse practitioners, dietitians, psychologists, social workers and physical therapists are committed to:

  • providing state-of-the-art care for overweight children
  • developing innovative treatments for pediatric obesity through clinical research
  • promoting public awareness and prevention efforts
In the Spotlight
Image OWL Program recognized in 2007 CHILD Magazine survey
The OWL Program has been recognized as one of the most comprehensive pediatric obesity programs in the country in CHILD Magazine's 2007 survey of the best U.S. children's hospitals.
  • Today Show coverage and video
    • Type 2 Diabetes Program
    This specialty program, part of the OWL program, is for patients with, or at risk of, type 2 diabetes.
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    Related topics:
    Determining Body Mass Index
    Diabetes
    Nutrition and Diabetes
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    Ending the Food Fight Ending the Food Fight
    In his new book, OWL's David Ludwig, MD, PhD, shows parents how to use the right tools at home to help their children win the food fight.
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    CH Trust
    Please consider giving to the Optimal Weight for Life Program.
    David Ludwig, MD, PhD Dr. Ludwig featured in USA TODAY
    David Ludwig, MD, PhD, invites overweight children to play a food game on their first visit to the OWL Program.
    Career Opportunities

    For more information, please visit Human Resources or contact Bob Flynn, Practice Administrator, via e-mail or phone at 617-355-7024.

    Please follow these instructions to apply.

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