Christy Turer

Christy Turer is an Associate Professor of Medicine at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center, holding dual appointments in the Departments of Internal Medicine and Pediatrics. She is a graduate of Johns Hopkins School of Medicine, where she earned her medical degree, and she completed her residency in combined Internal Medicine and Pediatrics at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. Additionally, she has a Master's in Clinical Research from Duke University and completed a fellowship in Health Services Research in Primary Care.123

Dr. Turer's research primarily focuses on weight management in pediatric and adult populations, aiming to enhance the health outcomes of patients with overweight and obesity. Her work includes examining clinical practices and communication strategies that can improve weight status among children. She has received recognition for her contributions, including a career-development award from the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute.12

In her clinical role, Dr. Turer provides primary care at the UT Southwestern Multispecialty Clinic and is involved in both inpatient and outpatient pediatric care at Children’s Health. She has also served in various leadership roles, including as the past Chair of the Obesity Society’s Clinical Management of Obesity Section and as a member of the FDA’s Pediatric Advisory Committee.123

Outside of her professional duties, she enjoys spending time with her family and engaging in outdoor activities.2