Kristin Struble, MD, FAAP

Dr. Kristin Struble, a Tucson native and the youngest of six, achieved academic excellence at the University of Arizona. Graduating magna cum laude in nutrition and biochemistry, she earned top honors and two student awards for excellence in pediatrics. 

Dr. Struble's passion for nutrition didn't stop with her education; she authored a humorous children's book titled "How to Be a Poop Detective," focusing on diet and nutrition.

Completing her pediatric residency at Phoenix Children’s Hospital in 2001, Dr. Struble has consistently been recognized as a "Top Doc" by Phoenix Magazine and received multiple awards, including three from Arizona Foothills Magazine, "Best of the Valley" Pediatricians and one for Arizona Republic's "Best of the Desert". She also recieved a noteworthy nomination from Phoenix Business Journal's healthcare award.

Dr. Struble has had the honor of being a regular guest and author for local news stations, podcasts, and  publications like Forbes Magazine and the Washington Post, discussing her children's book and other medically relevant topics. She currently pursues certification in functional integrative medicine. Happily married to Stephen Chakmakian, DO, and a proud mother, Dr. Struble finds joy in family, friends, hiking, running, Peloton, and exploring new cuisines.