Jennifer Shook

Jennifer Shook, MD is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Pediatrics, Division of Adolescent Medicine. Her work focuses on eating disorders, sexual and reproductive health, and overall health management of adolescents. She actively contributes to UN Sustainable Development Goals related to health and well-being.

Research Interests: Dr. Shook investigates eating disorders (e.g., anorexia nervosa, atypical anorexia nervosa, obesity) and sexual health issues in adolescents. Her clinical work emphasizes comprehensive care for adolescent patients facing complex health challenges, including menstrual irregularities and psychosocial factors impacting health.

Recent Research Trends: Her publications from 2022–2025 highlight work on psychosocial screening protocols, Mycoplasma genitalium epidemiology, clinician knowledge gaps in eating disorders, inpatient management strategies, and weight management program outcomes. These studies reflect her dual focus on clinical practice improvements and evidence-based adolescent healthcare.

• Awards: 2024 Dean's Award for Excellence in Teaching (shared with 50+ colleagues).

Grants & Collaborations: No specific grants mentioned, but her work involves multi-center studies and collaborations on infectious disease surveillance and eating disorder clinical guidelines.