Dr. Wendy Scinta

Dr. Wendy Scinta, MD, is a nationally recognized expert on adult and childhood obesity treatment, and founder of Medical Weight Loss NY.

Since starting her practice in 2004, Dr. Scinta has treated thousands of overweight and obese individuals. Her many years of specialized experience and exceptional track record sets her apart as the most qualified weight loss doctor in Central New York.

Dr. Scinta has been featured widely in national media, including The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, CNN, PBS, The Steve Harvey Show, Oprah Magazine, Parenting Magazine, Bariatric Times, Web MD, and is a regular guest on Doctor Radio (Sirius XM).

She is former president of the Obesity Medicine Association, diplomat of the American Board of Family Physicians, and diplomat of the American Board of Obesity Medicine.

Dr. Scinta’s book, “BOUNCE: A Weight Loss Doctor’s Plan for a Happier, Healthier and Slimmer Child” has been a best-seller in the field of childhood obesity, and her BOUNCE program has been implemented across the US and internationally.

She is also passionate about fighting obesity in minority communities. Through her foundation Dora’s Dream, Dr. Scinta is focused on preventing and reversing obesity in minority communities through Food, Fitness, Family and Faith.