Sheryl Ryan

Sheryl Ryan, MD is a Professor in the Department of Pediatrics and Chief of the Division of Adolescent Medicine. Her research spans adolescent health policy, substance use, eating disorders, and rural health disparities. She has contributed to over 63 publications with significant impact in clinical and public health domains.

• Institutional affiliation: Department of Pediatrics
• Leadership role: Division Chief of Adolescent Medicine

Research Interests: Dr. Ryan's work focuses on adolescent autonomy in healthcare decisions, substance abuse prevention, and nutritional aspects of eating disorders. Her studies address policy implications of cannabis legalization and innovative training protocols for rural health providers. Current projects examine zinc deficiencies in eating disorder patients and pharmacological interventions for adolescent behavioral health.

Scientific Recognition: Recipient of the 2022 Dean’s Award for Excellence in Teaching. Her research has been widely cited (h-index: 28) and featured in news outlets.