Michelle Elizabeth Yael Braunschweig, MD, PhD, MPH
Clinical Assistant Professor, Medicine - Primary Care and Population Health
Bio
Dr. Braunschweig is a board-certified family medicine physician. She provides care for the entire family and welcomes patients of all ages from newborns to older adults. Her goal is to help every individual achieve the best possible health and quality of life.
Her special interests include children’s health, women's health and mental health. She is the Director of Child Health for the Division of Primary Care and Population Health, within the Department of Medicine, at Stanford University School of Medicine.
Dr. Braunschweig grew up in San Jose, CA. Prior to medical school, Dr. Braunschweig studied music and earned a PhD in musicology from UC Berkeley. Her interest in women’s health led her to volunteer as a birth doula at San Francisco General Hospital. There, she became passionate about maternal and child health, and was inspired to become a physician.
Outside of her clinical practice, she enjoys spending time with her family, plant-based cooking, swimming and exploring the beautiful Bay Area.
Clinical Focus
- Family Medicine
Professional Education
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Board Certification: American Board of Family Medicine, Family Medicine (2021)
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Residency: Stanford O'Connor Family Medicine Residency (2021) CA
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Integrative Medicine Certificate, University of Arizona Andrew Weil Center for Integrative Medicine, Integrative Medicine (2021)
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Medical Education: University of Michigan School of Medicine (2018) MI
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MPH, University of Michigan School of Public Health, Health Behavior and Health Education (2018)
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PhD, University of California, Berkeley, Musicology (2013)
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AB, Harvard College, Music and History (2003)