Allison Steele, D.O., D.A.B.F.M., D.A.B.O.M.

Allison Steele, D.O., D.A.B.F.M., D.A.B.O.M.

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Biography

Dr. Steele is a dual board-certified obesity and family medicine physician based in Scottsdale, recognized as a 2025 Phoenix Magazine “Top Doc” in Obesity Medicine. At HonorHealth Bariatric Center, she provides comprehensive care for bariatric patients, leading multidisciplinary teams to address obesity and comorbidities. Since 2021, she has served as an Associate Professor at the University of Arizona College of Medicine–Phoenix, precepting medical students on preventive care and patient diagnosis.

Dr. Steele earned her Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from the University of Arizona before transitioning to medicine via Northwestern University’s Pre-Medicine Program. She graduated with a Doctor of Osteopathy from Midwestern University and completed her Family Medicine Residency at Banner – University Medical Center Phoenix followed by a Fellowship in Obesity Medicine.

Research Interests & Focus

Some of Dr. Allison Steele’s goals, as well as research interests, aim to evaluate the efficacy of combining novel obesity medications, such as GLP-1 receptor agonists and dual GIP/GLP-1 agonists, with both operative and non-operative management strategies, including exercise physiology, dietetics and psychological care. By integrating these modalities, the research seeks to quantify synergistic effects on weight reduction, quality of life, and cardiometabolic markers compared to medication, operative or non-operative interventions alone. The primary goal is to optimize weight loss outcomes, improve metabolic health, and enhance patient adherence through tailored interventions.