About
Daniel S. Frank, MD brings over 30 years of practice experience to MedNorthwest, the Seattle concierge practice he founded in 2002. He graduated magna cum laude from UCLA in neuroscience and earned his MD at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, where he was elected to the Alpha Omega Alpha medical honor society. He completed residency training in internal medicine at both the University of Washington and UCLA. Before turning to outpatient internal medicine, he spent 12 years working in emergency medicine, primarily at Swedish Medical Center.
Dr. Frank holds board certification in internal medicine and takes a strongly evidence-based, academically-oriented approach to ambulatory care. He has particular expertise in GLP-1 weight loss medications and has treated over 200 patients with agents such as Zepbound and Wegovy. Outside of medicine, he pursues cycling, photography, and coding in C# and SQL Server.
Education & Training
Undergraduate
UCLA, magna cum laude, neuroscience
Medical School
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill School of Medicine (Alpha Omega Alpha honor society)
Residency
Internal medicine, University of Washington and UCLA
Certifications
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Frank right for?
Dr. Frank is a strong fit for adults seeking evidence-based, academically-oriented primary care. Patients managing obesity, metabolic conditions, or complex chronic disease benefit from his depth of experience. His emergency medicine background makes him well-suited for patients who want a clinician comfortable with a broad clinical range. Patients interested in GLP-1 weight loss medications will find Dr. Frank particularly knowledgeable in this area.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Frank specializes in internal medicine and primary care, with particular expertise in metabolic conditions including obesity. He has treated over 200 patients with GLP-1 medications such as Zepbound and Wegovy. He also manages chronic conditions including diabetes, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, and thyroid disorders.
Yes, Dr. Frank holds board certification in internal medicine. He completed residency training in internal medicine at both the University of Washington and UCLA.
Dr. Frank earned his undergraduate degree in neuroscience from UCLA, graduating magna cum laude. He completed his MD at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill School of Medicine, where he was elected to the Alpha Omega Alpha honor society. He then completed residency training in internal medicine at the University of Washington and UCLA.
Dr. Frank brings over 30 years of practice experience. He spent twelve years in emergency medicine at Swedish Medical Center before founding MedNorthwest in 2002 and transitioning to outpatient internal medicine.
Dr. Frank takes a strongly evidence-based, academically-oriented approach to ambulatory care. He draws on his background in emergency medicine and internal medicine to address a broad range of clinical concerns. He focuses on preventive health and chronic disease management alongside acute care needs.
Yes, Dr. Frank has extensive experience with GLP-1 medications. He has treated over 200 patients with agents including Zepbound and Wegovy. He approaches obesity as a metabolic disorder and tailors treatment plans accordingly.
Dr. Frank spent twelve years in emergency medicine before founding MedNorthwest in 2002. He channeled that broad clinical experience into building an evidence-based outpatient practice focused on long-term patient relationships and preventive care.
Doctor profile last updated March 21, 2026