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Michael J. Steiner, MD, MPH, is Chair of the Department of Pediatrics at the Oklahoma University College of Medicine, the CMRI Patricia Price Browne Chair, and a tenured Professor of Pediatrics. He also serves as Physician in Chief at Oklahoma Children’s OU Health. His prior leadership experience includes roles at his previous institution and in national academic pediatric organizations. Dr. Steiner is nationally recognized for his contributions to pediatric clinical care, quality improvement, academic leadership, and child health research.
Academic Section(s):
Pediatrics
Education:
Degree Programs:
- MPH, The Gillings School of Global Public Health, Chapel Hill, NC (2013)
- MD, Temple University School of Medicine, Philadelphia, PA (1998)
- BS (magna cum laude), Albright College, Reading, PA (1993)
Residency:
- Internal Medicine & Pediatrics, University of North Carolina (1998–2002)
Board Certification(s):
Pediatric Hospital Medicine, active2019–present
General Pediatrics, active, 2002–present
North Carolina Medical Board (inactive)
California Medical Board (inactive)
Residency:
Internal Medicine & Pediatrics, University of North Carolina (1998–2002)
Clinical/Research Interests:
Pediatric clinical care and child health research
Select Honors and Accomplishments:
- 2023 American Academy of Pediatrics Special Achievement Award, NC Chapter (creation of a Pediatric Bed Finder during 2022 viral surge)
- 2021 Selected for Pediatric Leadership Development Program, Association of Medical School Pediatric Department Chairs
- 2021 Elected to the American Pediatric Society
- 2012 Elected to the Society for Pediatric Research
- 2003–2005 Physician Evaluation Program, Clinica Sierra Vista (highest patient satisfaction ratings among 50 physicians)
- 2002 Walter J. Tunnessen, Jr. Award (awarded to the best Med/Peds resident in the country)
- 1993 USA Today Academic All‑American (developed college‑wide community service and tutoring program)
Select Publications:
Over 100 peer reviewed publications For a complete, indexed list of publications, please visit: View Full Publications List