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Susanne Purnell, M.D. (she/her)

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  • Assistant Professor of Pediatrics, Division of Endocrinology, School of Medicine

Specialty

  • Pediatrics

Clinical focus

  • Metabolic Diseases
  • Obesity (Family Medicine)

Locations and contact

I see patients at
Modern building with Cornell West written on a sign flanked with flowers.
Cornell West
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About me

I am a pediatrician who cares for children with obesity and health problems related to obesity, including:

  • Prediabetes
  • Dyslipidemias
  • Metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease

I have many years of experience caring for children, and I now focus on helping young patients with obesity. I work closely with families and focus on teaching and support.

I am a board member of The Pacific Obesity Alliance, a nonprofit organization that promotes education for patients and providers and supports people with obesity.
 

Education and training

  • Degrees

    • M.D., 1990, University of Vermont School of Medicine

  • Residency

    • Pediatrics, Children's National Hospital, Washington, DC

  • Certifications

    • American Board of Pediatrics
    • Diplomate of the American Board of Obesity Medicine
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