About
Dr. Kira Fenton is a board-certified internal medicine physician practicing in downtown Fort Lauderdale, Florida. She earned her Bachelor of Arts in Business Administration from the University of Florida in 2003. She then completed her Doctorate of Osteopathic Medicine at Nova Southeastern University College of Osteopathic Medicine in 2008. She completed her internship and internal medicine residency at Broward Health Medical Center, finishing in 2011. She holds certification from the American Osteopathic Board of Internal Medicine and a diplomate designation from the American Board of Obesity Medicine.
Dr. Fenton believes wellness extends far beyond managing symptoms. She approaches each patient with a whole-body philosophy that addresses physical, emotional, and mental health. She is passionate about obesity medicine, preventive care, and chronic disease management. She treats conditions including coronary artery disease, hypertension, hyperlipidemia, diabetes, thyroid disorders, GERD, obstructive sleep apnea, and mental health conditions. Her published research on melanoma detection appeared in the Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology in 2004. She volunteers through International Medical Missions and Flying Doctors of America. Outside medicine, she enjoys skiing, tennis, pickleball, and time with her family.
Education & Training
Undergraduate
University of Florida, Bachelor of Arts, Business Administration, 2003
Medical School
Nova Southeastern University College of Osteopathic Medicine, Doctorate of Osteopathic Medicine, 2008
Residency
Internal Medicine, Broward Health Medical Center, Fort Lauderdale, FL, 2009-2011
Additional Training
Internship, Broward Health Medical Center, Fort Lauderdale, FL, 2008-2009
Certifications
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Fenton right for?
Dr. Fenton is a strong fit for adults seeking proactive, prevention-focused primary care. Patients managing chronic conditions like diabetes, hypertension, or thyroid disorders benefit from her comprehensive approach. She is particularly well-suited for patients working on weight management or obesity-related health concerns. Her whole-body philosophy appeals to those who want physical, emotional, and mental health addressed together.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Fenton specializes in internal medicine, preventive care, and obesity medicine. She treats a broad range of chronic conditions, including coronary artery disease, hypertension, hyperlipidemia, diabetes, thyroid disorders, GERD, obstructive sleep apnea, and mental health conditions. She builds individualized care plans to address each patient's specific health needs.
Yes. Dr. Fenton holds certification from the American Osteopathic Board of Internal Medicine. She also holds a diplomate designation from the American Board of Obesity Medicine. Both credentials reflect her clinical focus on internal medicine and weight-related health conditions.
Dr. Fenton earned her Doctorate of Osteopathic Medicine from Nova Southeastern University College of Osteopathic Medicine in 2008. She completed both her internship and her internal medicine residency at Broward Health Medical Center in Fort Lauderdale, finishing her residency in 2011.
Dr. Fenton takes a whole-body approach to health. She believes wellness involves physical, emotional, and mental well-being, not just symptom management. She creates individualized care plans focused on prevention, chronic disease management, and long-term health. Patients describe her approach as warm, attentive, and thorough.
Yes. Dr. Fenton is a diplomate of the American Board of Obesity Medicine. She incorporates obesity medicine into her primary care practice. She works with patients to develop personalized plans that address weight management as part of overall health and disease prevention.
Yes. Dr. Fenton published research on melanoma detection in the Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology in 2004. Her work focused on patients followed with total cutaneous examinations, total cutaneous photography, and dermoscopy.
Yes. Dr. Fenton volunteers through International Medical Missions and Flying Doctors of America. Both organizations provide medical care in underserved communities, and Dr. Fenton participates as part of her commitment to service beyond her Fort Lauderdale practice.
Dr. Fenton earned a Bachelor of Arts in Business Administration from the University of Florida in 2003. She then earned her Doctorate of Osteopathic Medicine from Nova Southeastern University College of Osteopathic Medicine in 2008.
Doctor profile last updated June 8, 2026