About
Dr. Kenneth McWha is a board-certified family physician with over twenty years of practice on Massachusetts' North Shore. He grew up in Peabody and earned his Bachelor of Arts in Biology from Brandeis University in 1987. He then attended the Uniformed Services University of Health Sciences in Bethesda, Maryland, earning his Doctorate of Medicine in 1992. He completed two family medicine residencies, first at Malcolm Grow Medical Center at Andrews Air Force Base from 1992 to 1994, then at Beverly Hospital in Beverly, Massachusetts from 1994 to 1996. In 2008, he earned a Mini-Fellowship Certification in Geriatrics from Mount Sinai School of Medicine in New York.
Dr. McWha holds dual board certification as a Diplomate of the American Board of Family Medicine and the National Board of Medical Examiners. Since 2011, he has served as Assistant Clinical Professor of Family Medicine at Tufts University School of Medicine. In 2018, he became Medical Director of Occupational Health Services at Anna Jaques Hospital, where he holds his hospital affiliation. He received the Partners in Excellence Award from NSMC Salem Hospitals in 2009. He is a member of SOFT, the Support Organization for Trisomy 18, 23 and Related Disorders, reflecting his commitment to patients navigating complex diagnoses. Outside of medicine, Dr. McWha enjoys camping, sports, reading, history, travel, and time with his family. He also finds particular satisfaction in teaching medical students and residents.
Education & Training
Undergraduate
Brandeis University, Waltham, MA, Bachelor of Arts, Biology 1987
Medical School
Uniformed Services University of Health Sciences, Bethesda, MD
Residency
Family Medicine, Malcolm Grow Medical Center, Andrews Air Force Base, Washington, DC (1992-1994); Beverly Hospital, Beverly, MA (1994-1996)
Fellowship
Mini-Fellowship Certification, Geriatrics, Mount Sinai School of Medicine, New York, NY (2008)
Additional Training
Massachusetts Licensure
Certifications
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. McWha right for?
Dr. McWha is a strong fit for adults seeking a primary care physician with deep roots in the North Shore community. Patients managing chronic conditions such as hypertension, high cholesterol, or type 2 diabetes benefit from his proactive, prevention-first approach. He also serves patients dealing with occupational health concerns or geriatric care needs. Those who value consistent access to their physician, including after-hours availability and same-day appointments, will find his practice a natural match.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. McWha treats a broad range of conditions across family medicine, including chronic conditions like hypertension, high cholesterol, and type 2 diabetes. He also has clinical experience with geriatrics and occupational health. Additionally, he sees patients with Trisomy 18, Trisomy 23, and related disorders through his involvement with SOFT.
Yes. Dr. McWha holds dual board certification as a Diplomate of the American Board of Family Medicine and a Diplomate of the National Board of Medical Examiners. He earned his medical degree from the Uniformed Services University of Health Sciences in 1992.
Dr. McWha completed two family medicine residencies. He trained first at Malcolm Grow Medical Center at Andrews Air Force Base from 1992 to 1994, then at Beverly Hospital in Beverly, Massachusetts from 1994 to 1996. In 2008, he completed a Mini-Fellowship in Geriatrics at Mount Sinai School of Medicine.
Yes. Dr. McWha has served as Assistant Clinical Professor of Family Medicine at Tufts University School of Medicine since 2011. He also enjoys teaching medical students and residents as part of his broader commitment to the profession.
Dr. McWha holds an affiliation with Anna Jaques Hospital. He also serves as Medical Director of Occupational Health Services there, a role he has held since 2018.
Dr. McWha has practiced as a family physician on Massachusetts' North Shore for over twenty years. He grew up in Peabody and maintains a strong connection to the local community and its patients.
Dr. McWha treats each patient as a member of his own family. He focuses on proactive health planning so patients can lead healthier, more active lives. He takes time to understand each patient's individual circumstances, including both physical and emotional health needs.
Yes. Dr. McWha received the Partners in Excellence Award from NSMC Salem Hospitals in 2009. He also maintains long-standing academic and leadership appointments at Tufts University School of Medicine and Anna Jaques Hospital.
Doctor profile last updated June 9, 2026