About
Dr. Leena Cherukuri, MD, MPH is the founder and sole physician at FourC Health in Albuquerque. She holds double board certification in Family Medicine and Obesity Medicine. She earned her medical degree and completed her Family Medicine residency at the University of New Mexico in 2009. Her MPH deepens her focus on population health and preventive care.
Dr. Cherukuri brings over 18 years of clinical experience in primary care, weight management, and hospital medicine. Before founding FourC Health, she established and led the non-surgical medical weight loss clinic at RUST Presbyterian Medical Services from 2022 to 2025. She treats a wide range of conditions, from diabetes and hypertension to thyroid disorders, metabolic syndrome, and musculoskeletal conditions like spinal stenosis. She is passionate about evidence-based obesity medicine, including GLP-1 therapies, nutrition strategies, and body composition. Outside the clinic, she enjoys traveling, spending time with family and friends, and finding moments to relax and recharge.
Education & Training
Residency
Family Medicine, University of New Mexico Family Medicine program (completed 2009)
Additional Training
MPH (Master of Public Health)
Certifications
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Cherukuri right for?
Dr. Cherukuri works well with adults managing chronic conditions like diabetes, hypertension, high cholesterol, or thyroid disorders. Patients seeking structured, physician-guided weight loss benefit from her Obesity Medicine certification and her experience leading a dedicated weight loss clinic. She also serves families with children aged five and older who need a consistent primary care home. Adults looking for unhurried appointments and direct access to their doctor find her approach a strong fit.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Cherukuri treats a broad range of conditions. Her chronic care focus includes diabetes, hypertension, high cholesterol, thyroid disorders, asthma, COPD, acid reflux, migraines, prediabetes, metabolic syndrome, and heart disease. She also evaluates acute issues like respiratory infections, UTIs, and allergies, and she specializes in obesity medicine and weight management.
Yes. Dr. Cherukuri holds dual board certification in Family Medicine and Obesity Medicine. She completed her Family Medicine residency at the University of New Mexico in 2009 and also holds a Master of Public Health degree.
Dr. Cherukuri treats obesity as a chronic medical condition that deserves evidence-based care. She uses InBody body composition analysis to track fat and muscle changes beyond the scale. She is knowledgeable about GLP-1 medications like Wegovy and Zepbound and does not prescribe compounded weight loss medications due to safety concerns. She pairs medical treatment with nutrition guidance and lifestyle strategies.
Dr. Cherukuri has over 18 years of clinical experience in primary care, weight management, and hospital medicine in Albuquerque. Before founding FourC Health, she established and led the non-surgical medical weight loss clinic at RUST Presbyterian Medical Services from 2022 to 2025.
Yes. Dr. Cherukuri sees children aged five and older. Patients between 14 and 17 have limited access to the app and telehealth features, but she provides in-person primary care for that age group.
Dr. Cherukuri bases every clinical decision on medical need rather than billing incentives. She takes time with each patient and does not rush appointments. Patients describe her as thorough, knowledgeable, and willing to help navigate complex healthcare situations on their behalf.
No. Dr. Cherukuri practices evidence-based conventional medicine. She does not offer integrative or alternative medicine services at FourC Health.
Doctor profile last updated April 10, 2026