Gita Wahi

Associate Professor, Pediatrics

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Dr. Wahi is an Associate Professor in the Department of Pediatrics, McMaster University and a staff pediatrician at McMaster Children’s Hospital. Dr. Gita Wahi's research is dedicated to enhancing the health and well-being of children and families, particularly those at risk for or experiencing childhood obesity. Her work emphasizes health promotion and the development of effective treatment strategies in collaboration with families. Key areas of her research include investigating the prevalence, causes, and treatment of childhood obesity, addressing health disparities by focusing on underrepresented populations, and engaging in community-based research to ensure culturally relevant interventions. Dr. Wahi's research is deeply integrated with her clinical practice, allowing her findings to be directly applied to improve patient care.