About
Chinwe Efuribe, MD, MPH is a board-certified pediatrician and adolescent and lifestyle medicine specialist based in Hutto, Texas. She earned her undergraduate degree magna cum laude from Oakwood University before completing her medical degree at the American University of Integrative Sciences. She then completed her pediatric residency at Crozer-Chester Medical Center in Pennsylvania. After residency, she worked as a Special Care Nursery Hospitalist in Connecticut before pursuing further training at the University of Minnesota, where she completed both her Adolescent Medicine Fellowship and a Master of Public Health.
Dr. Efuribe holds dual board certifications in Pediatrics and Lifestyle Medicine. She founded CYCC in 2021 to bring together clinical excellence and community health promotion under one roof. She is particularly passionate about adolescent medicine, mental and behavioral health, sexual and reproductive health, ADHD, mood management, and acne. She approaches every patient as a systems thinker, redesigning how practices interact with young people and their communities. Outside the clinic, she is a wife, mother of two, and community builder who enjoys rollerblading, innovation, and creating meaningful connections.
Education & Training
Undergraduate
Oakwood University (Magna Cum Laude)
Medical School
American University of Integrative Sciences (formerly University of Sint Eustatius)
Residency
Pediatrics, Crozer-Chester Medical Center, Pennsylvania
Fellowship
Adolescent Medicine, University of Minnesota
Additional Training
Master of Public Health, University of Minnesota; Former Special Care Nursery Hospitalist, Connecticut
Certifications
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Efuribe right for?
Dr. Efuribe is a strong fit for children, teens, and young adults from newborns through age 25. Patients navigating ADHD, anxiety, depression, acne, or menstrual concerns benefit from her specialized adolescent focus. She is particularly well-suited for young people who want a provider who takes time to listen and explain. Families seeking culturally responsive, trauma-informed care will feel at home in her practice. Young adults managing sexual and reproductive health, including contraception or STI prevention, will find her clinical scope especially relevant.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Efuribe sees patients from newborns through age 25. Her training in both pediatrics and adolescent medicine allows her to care for the full arc of childhood and young adulthood. She gives particular focus to the adolescent years and the specific health needs that emerge during that stage.
Yes. Dr. Efuribe holds board certifications in both Pediatrics and Lifestyle Medicine. She also completed an Adolescent Medicine Fellowship and earned a Master of Public Health at the University of Minnesota, giving her a broad clinical and public health foundation.
Dr. Efuribe treats a wide range of conditions including ADHD, anxiety, depression, acne, menstrual disorders, puberty concerns, sexually transmitted infections, and newborn care. She also manages contraception and family planning. Her lifestyle medicine training informs how she addresses chronic and behavioral health concerns.
Dr. Efuribe uses mindfulness, brief cognitive behavioral therapy, and medications to treat mild anxiety and depression. For patients who need a higher level of behavioral support, she provides referrals to appropriate specialists. Her approach keeps mental health integrated with overall wellness rather than separated from physical care.
Dr. Efuribe completed a dedicated Adolescent Medicine Fellowship at the University of Minnesota. She also earned a Master of Public Health there, deepening her understanding of the social and community factors that shape adolescent health. Before founding CYCC, she worked as a Special Care Nursery Hospitalist in Connecticut.
Yes. Dr. Efuribe provides comprehensive sexual and reproductive health care, including contraception management, Nexplanon and IUD placements, STI testing, and HIV prevention. She approaches these topics with youth-friendly, non-judgmental communication designed to put patients at ease.
Dr. Efuribe believes that healing happens within and beyond the exam room. She partners with families, schools, and communities to support each patient's broader wellness journey. Her approach combines cultural awareness, deep listening, and evidence-based care to help young people build confidence and resilience.
Yes. Dr. Efuribe performs a range of in-office procedures including minor wound care, wart removal, newborn circumcisions, and Nexplanon and IUD placements. She also handles in-office blood draws and lab work.
Doctor profile last updated June 9, 2026