Muna Sunni
MBBCH
Senior Attending Physician, Pediatric Endocrinology
Years of Experience: 21
Dr. Muna Sunni joined Sidra Medicine in November 2024 as a Senior Attending Physician in Endocrinology. Previously, she served as an Associate Professor of Pediatrics in the Division of Pediatric Endocrinology at the University of Minnesota (UMN), USA, for 14 years. Dr. Sunni manages a broad range of endocrine disorders in children, focusing particularly on all forms of diabetes, thyroid conditions (including thyroid nodules and cancer), and childhood obesity. Recognized multiple times as a top doctor in Minnesota, she has also been extensively involved in medical education, continuing to mentor students, residents, and fellows at Sidra Medicine. Dr. Sunni holds a Master’s Degree in Clinical Research from UMN and has participated in studies involving type 1 diabetes, diabetes in African populations, and pediatric obesity.
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- MBBCh
- Master’s Degree in Clinical Research – University of Minnesota, USA
- Diabetes Mellitus (All Types)
- Thyroid Disorders (Including Nodules & Thyroid Cancer)
- Childhood Obesity
- Castle Connolly Regional Top Doctors (2019–2025)
- Top Doctors in Minnesota (Minnesota Monthly) (2021–2025)
- Mpls.St.Paul Magazine Top Doctors (2024)
- Julie Ross Faculty Recognition Award for Medical Education Paper of the Year (2024)
- Graduate Medical Education Clinical Teaching Excellence Award, University of Minnesota (2023)
- Peer Recognition of Excellence in Clinical Care, University of Minnesota Physicians (UMP) (2023)
- Peer Recognition of Excellence, UMPhysicians and University of Minnesota Medical School (2021)
- HELM (Health Equity Leadership Mentoring Program) Fellowship (“Selected position,” 2020–2021)
- UMN Department of Pediatrics LEAD Emerging Leader (“Selected position,” 2019–2021)
- Mpls.St.Paul Magazine Top Doctors Rising Stars (2017–2019)
- Department of Pediatrics Excellence in Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Award (2017)
- CTSI Community Health Collaborative Award (2016)
Professional Statement
“My mission is to provide evidence-based, compassionate pediatric endocrine care—particularly for children with diabetes, thyroid disorders, and obesity—while shaping the next generation of healthcare professionals through dedicated teaching and mentorship.”
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