About
Dr. Brooke Stubbs brings a rare combination of credentials to women's health and preventive medicine. A. in Chemistry and Art from Elon University in North Carolina, with a concentration in painting. She then completed a Master of Nutrition at Columbia University before graduating Cum Laude from the University of Kentucky College of Medicine.
Dr. Stubbs completed her Internal Medicine residency at the University of Texas at Austin. She holds board certification in Internal Medicine and serves as a Diplomate of the American Board of Lifestyle Medicine. After two years as a hospitalist physician caring for bone marrow transplant patients, she founded Rooted Femme in 2020 to focus on lifestyle-driven, preventive care for women. She is passionate about gut microbiome health and advocates for a plant-predominant diet as a cornerstone of long-term wellness. Outside medicine, Dr. Stubbs is an artist working in acrylic on large-scale canvas, specializing in monochromatic human imagery. She lives in Austin with her husband, former MLB player Drew Stubbs, and their two children, Sloane and Whit.
Education & Training
Undergraduate
Elon University, B.A. Chemistry and Art
Medical School
University of Kentucky College of Medicine (Cum Laude)
Residency
Internal Medicine, University of Texas at Austin
Additional Training
Masters of Nutrition, Columbia University
Certifications
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Stubbs right for?
Dr. Stubbs is an excellent fit for adult women who want to invest in their health before disease takes hold. She works especially well with patients interested in nutrition, gut health, and building sustainable lifestyle habits. Women seeking a physician who addresses physical health, mental wellness, and longevity together will find her approach well-suited to their goals. Her focus on plant-predominant eating and preventive medicine makes her a strong match for patients ready to take an active role in their own care.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Stubbs specializes in Internal Medicine, Lifestyle Medicine, and Preventive Medicine. She focuses on helping women build habits that reduce disease risk, support gut health, and improve long-term wellbeing. She also holds a Master of Nutrition from Columbia University, which informs her approach to dietary counseling.
Yes. Dr. Stubbs holds board certification in Internal Medicine and serves as a Diplomate of the American Board of Lifestyle Medicine. She earned both credentials after completing her residency at the University of Texas at Austin and her hospitalist training.
Dr. Stubbs completed her medical degree Cum Laude at the University of Kentucky College of Medicine. She finished her Internal Medicine residency at the University of Texas at Austin. She also earned a Master of Nutrition from Columbia University in New York.
Dr. Stubbs focuses on lifestyle-related disease prevention, gut microbiome disorders, and chronic disease prevention. She works with patients to address the root causes of health decline through nutrition, lifestyle changes, and preventive strategies rather than reactive treatment.
Dr. Stubbs advocates for a plant-predominant diet as the foundation for a diverse, healthy gut microbiome. Her Master of Nutrition from Columbia University gives her a deep clinical grounding in dietary science. She integrates nutrition counseling directly into her care for every patient.
Yes. Dr. Stubbs designed Rooted Femme specifically to serve adult women. Her practice focuses on educating and supporting women during their healthiest years so they can prevent disease and optimize their wellness long-term.
Dr. Stubbs founded Rooted Femme in 2020 after working as a hospitalist physician caring primarily for bone marrow transplant patients. She wanted to shift her focus toward prevention, reaching women during their healthiest years to build habits that reduce the need for acute medical care later.
Yes. Dr. Stubbs takes a whole-person approach to care. She believes physical health and mental wellness are deeply connected. Her practice addresses both dimensions, including how lifestyle habits affect mood, energy, and long-term emotional wellbeing.
Doctor profile last updated June 12, 2026