Ana Maria Ramirez Berlioz, MD

Dr. Ana Ramirez Berlioz, MD, is an endocrinologist whose journey in medicine began in Comayagua, Honduras, where she was born. Raised in Tegucigalpa, Honduras, amidst a family of physicians, including her parents and grandfather, she developed a deep-seated interest in healthcare from an early age.

“Growing up around medicine, I was fascinated by the intricacies of the human body,” Dr. Ramirez Berlioz recalls. “I remember ‘playing’ in the microbiology lab after school and being captivated by what I could discover under the lens.”

Her family’s dedication to medicine inspired Dr. Ramirez Berlioz to pursue a healthcare career.

“In medicine, I found my calling early on,” she reflects. “I knew from childhood that I wanted to follow in my family’s footsteps and make a difference in people’s lives.”

In her practice, Dr. Ramirez Berlioz prioritizes patient-centered, evidence-based care. She believes in empowering her patients, particularly those managing chronic endocrine conditions, to focus on progress rather than perfection.

“It’s all about progress, not perfection,” Dr. Ramirez Berlioz emphasizes. “I try to make sure my patients know that a number does not define them and that managing chronic conditions is a journey.”

Outside of medicine, Dr. Ramirez Berlioz enjoys reading fiction, art, dabbling in painting, and attending as many live music events as possible. Her most recent and consistent obsession is her Peloton.

Languages: Advanced/native – English and Spanish; Proficient – Italian and French

Dr. Ramirez Berlioz is board-certified in both Internal Medicine and Endocrinology, Diabetes, and Metabolism. She is also a Diplomate of the American Board of Obesity Medicine. In her practice, Dr. Ramirez Berlioz specializes in:

• General Endocrinology
• Diabetes Management
• Thyroid Disorders
• Pituitary and Adrenal Conditions
• Transgender Care

Her diverse expertise allows Dr. Ramirez Berlioz to provide comprehensive and personalized patient care. She is also passionate about diabetes management, as she has lived with Type 1 Diabetes for 30-plus years.  “I am also a big proponent of diabetes technology,” she explains. “It is fascinating to think how far we have come in the last few decades and what the future holds for diabetes management.”

• Fellowship — University of Missouri
  Endocrinology, Diabetes, and Metabolism Fellowship. Chief Fellow for Academic Year 2019-2020.
  Columbia, MO
  2020

• Residency — Texas Tech University at the Permian Basin
  Internal Medicine Residency
  Odessa, TX
  2018

• Medical School — Universidad Nacional Autonóma de Honduras (UNAH)
  MD
  2013

Board Certification

• November 2020 American Board of Internal Medicine: Endocrinology, Diabetes, and Metabolism
• April 2020 American Board of Obesity Medicine
• September 2019 American Board of Internal Medicine

Professional Membership

• 2019 – present Member, Obesity Medical Association
• 2018 – present Member, Endocrine Society
• 2017 – present Member, American Association of Clinical Endocrinology (AACE)
• 2015 – present Member, American College of Physicians (ACP)
• 2015 – present Member, American Medical Association (AMA)