Helping obese children transform their lives.

Connecticut Children’s Pediatric Obesity Center for Treatment, Research and Education provides surgical and non-surgical weight management treatment for children and adolescents.

Our behavioral psychologists specialize in helping children and their families change behaviors to establish healthier physical and emotional lifestyles through our Weight Management Program. Our team also supports bariatric surgery patients before, during, and after treatment. The team includes dedicated psychologists who work closely with a team of surgeons, physicians, dietitians, and physical therapists to develop a detailed care plan tailored to your child’s needs.

Meet the Team

Our weight management team includes a dedicated psychologist who works closely with a team of surgeons, physicians, dietitians, and physical therapists to develop a detailed care plan tailored to your child’s needs.

Melissa Santos, PhD

Division Head, Pediatric Psychology | Clinical Director, Obesity Center