Overview
Dr. Armstrong's clinical and research interests include pediatric nutrition and the treatment of childhood and adolescent obesity, along with related health problems. As director of the Duke Children's Healthy Lifestyles Program, Dr. Armstrong oversees a cohort of over 3000 overweight children and teenagers. She is a member of the Executive Committee for the American Academy of Pediatrics Section on Obesity. Dr. Armstrong's research focuses on leveraging innovative strategies to improve children's nutrition and activity, including mobile health interventions, community partnerships, and medication or surgical approaches.
Current Appointments & Affiliations
Professor of Pediatrics
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2021 - Present
Pediatrics, General Pediatrics and Adolescent Health,
Pediatrics
Chief, Division of General Pediatrics and Adolescent Health
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2021 - Present
Pediatrics, General Pediatrics and Adolescent Health,
Pediatrics
Professor in the Department of Family Medicine and Community Health
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2020 - Present
Family Medicine and Community Health, Community Health,
Family Medicine and Community Health
Professor in Population Health Sciences
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2020 - Present
Population Health Sciences,
Basic Science Departments
Affiliate, Duke Global Health Institute
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2016 - Present
Duke Global Health Institute,
University Institutes and Centers
Member in the Duke Clinical Research Institute
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2017 - Present
Duke Clinical Research Institute,
Institutes and Centers
Education, Training & Certifications
University of Virginia ·
2000
M.D.