Gem Academy of Arizona is a solution based treatment program for overweight and obese adolescent girls. The format is that of a boarding school with a curriculum inclusive of high school general studies, nutrition and culinary, fitness, therapy, community service and experiential learning.

Gem Academy utilizes a scientific approach and evidence based practices in every aspect of the program including nutrition, fitness and multi-modal therapeutic practices.

Gem’s purpose is to create an environment to overcome the setbacks (both physical and emotional) related to the disease of obesity and use that success as a launching point to become a catalyst for change in their lives and lives of others .

The Mission of Gem Academy of Arizona is to set the bar as the gold standard as a health care solution for overweight and obese adolescents. This will be done through a scientific approach and evidence based practices in every aspect possible ranging from dietary and counseling to activity and fitness.