Violeta Gallardo Montejano

Violeta Gallardo Montejano, M.D., is a Lecturer in the Department of Internal Medicine at UT Southwestern Medical Center, affiliated with the Division of Endocrinology. She joined the faculty in 2017, holding a medical degree and specialized training in endocrinology.

• Medical Degree: Universidad Autónoma de Nuevo León
• Residency: Internal Medicine (Universidad Autónoma de Nuevo León)
• Fellowship: Endocrinology (Universidad Autónoma de Nuevo León)
• Postdoctoral Training: UT Health Houston and UT Southwestern Medical Center

Her research focuses on lipid droplet lipolysis, glucose tolerance mechanisms, and adipose tissue biology. Her work integrates mitochondrial function with metabolic pathways, particularly in brown and white fat dynamics. Recent publications explore Perilipin 5’s role in linking mitochondrial activity to systemic glucose regulation.

No specific honors or awards are listed in the provided text. Her scientific contributions emphasize translational research at the intersection of endocrinology and metabolism.