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Deborah B. Horn, DO, MPH, is committed to the long-term treatment of the disease of obesity. By utilizing the latest technology and medical support, her comprehensive approach to care includes improvement in obesity associated co-morbidities like diabetes, hypertension, and arthritis pain.
Dr. Horn graduated college from the University of Texas at Austin. She completed her Master’s of Science in Exercise Physiology at the University of Colorado at Boulder and her medical degree at Kirksville College of Osteopathic Medicine. She completed her Preventive Medicine residency at the University of South Carolina and her Family Medicine residency at the Methodist/Cornell program in Houston. Dr. Horn also holds a Master’s of Public Health and Physical Activity from the University of South Carolina. She specializes in obesity medicine and metabolic performance. She is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Surgery at The University of Texas Medical School at Houston.
Dr. Horn is the Medical Director for the UT Center of Obesity Medicine and Metabolic Performance. She is former faculty at the world renowned Duke University Diet and Fitness Center. Dr. Horn is committed to an individualized approach to the medical care of patients with an emphasis on balanced comprehensive treatment in the realm of obesity and metabolic performance. She in an international leader in the field of obesity medicine and serves globally to bring integrated care focused on improved health lifestyle to her patients.
When not seeing patients, Dr. Horn is a physical activity enthusiast and enjoys running, indoor cycling, strength training, pilates, and paddle boarding.
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All patient experience ratings and comments are submitted by actual patients and are received and validated by a leading independent survey company, NRC Health.
Dr. Horn and her team are outstanding. I appreciate the practical and realistic guidance they are giving me to improve my health.
Awesome staff
Dr. Horn and her staff are awesome! She is thorough, caring and inspires me to improve my health. I always feel better after I've seen Dr. Horn for a visit.
Everyone is extremely friendly and professional
Dr. Horn is a fabulous doctor.
Dr. Horn is an amazing doctor. I would recommend her to anyone. She's been treating me for several years now, and I truly appreciate who she is and how she treats her patients.
Well, first visit overall, I can state unequivocally it was excellent, very professional, very proficient as well as efficient. Dr. Horn is extraordinary as a doctor, listens well and interprets and understands what's being communicated to her, gives you an opportunity as a patient to respond positively as well as her diagnosis, to include prognosis, is without question very good.
Dr. Horn is the best!
I have seen many doctors over my 75 years and Dr Horn is hands down the very best physician I have ever seen. She is absolutely the best
This was by far the BEST Dr. visit I've had in many years! Dr. Horn gave me hope. I was so impressed with her proficiency as to my answers & our discussion on many different areas of concern. She was so through. I'm excited about my new journey & grateful for you all. Thank you from the bottom of my heart!
Dr. Horn is the best! Thank you for helping me reach my weigh loss and health goals!
Dr. Horn is amazing, she has helped me in every way to help me keep my A12 down and maintain my healthy lifestyle. She is amazing
Dr. Horn is outstanding at her job.
Very good service, very attentive and fast.
Joshulin was extremely kind. Remembered me, & kept me informed of wait time. She listed to all my answers & questions, made notes & answered when applicable. Jenna Norman-Falcon NP is the best. I don't feel rushed. She read my chart before coming in (none of my other doctors do that), she remembered me & my condition from last visit . She is knowledgeable & informative regarding my health & discussed future health appointments. She is kind & easy to talk with. I feel Blessed that I have found a wonderful team to care for me.
I have struggled with my weight for as long as I can remember. Dr. Horn has been my greatest success. Over the course of the last year, I've lost 30 pounds and regained my health. I could never have done this without the support of her and her staff and following me closely and being thorough and allowing me to ask as many questions as I need to. And I left knowing exactly what I needed to do between that visit and the next. It feels so great to be healthy again.
Yes, I love Dr. Horn. She is very kind. She's patient. She makes me feel comfortable even if I mess up. She's just so kind and she's so wise and smart and I'm very thankful and grateful for her helping me to lose weight on my journey and I have been recommending my family and friends. I'm so thankful.
Dr Horn is one of the best doctors I've ever encountered. She's not only knowledgeable in her field but will also address other symptoms such as hypertension. She listens and answers questions clearly.
I was very pleased with Dr. Horn. It was my first time meeting with her, and I did tell her to thank you for seeing me. Thank you for listening to me. Thank you for really hearing what I had to say. And also, I appreciate her words of encouragement to me. Thank you.
Dr. Horn is very knowledgeable answering all my questions and concerns. She provided guidance and a plan for my presenting problem that day.
Dr. Horn is Awesome.
I write down most of my concerns to have them answered at the doctor's visit.
I really enjoyed my visit. All staff was pleasant and respectful. The doctoe listened to me and gave me her full attention. She seemed to value my input unlike other physcians I have seen in the past about my weight. I have alreadt recommended her to a friend.
Deborah Horn and trainees are always cordial.
Dr Horn was wonderful. She was referred to me by a friend. She was very thorough w my history, took time to answer all of my questions, and I left w a clear plan to achieve my health goals.
It was overall a good experience.
Very informative session. Doctor & Assistants take the time to listen to my concerns.
Dr. Horn is excellent. I am very grateful for her help and expertise.
Dr. Horn and her care team are fantastic! It's such a privilege being a part of this medical team. My health is improving and I feel fantastic knowing I'm well on my way to a stronger and leaner me!
All of my visits are excellent