At Life Pediatric Endocrinology, we provide concierge-level pediatric hormone care for children and adolescents across Dallas, Highland Park, University Park, Preston Hollow, Plano, and Frisco. Our nationally respected team of pediatric endocrinologists specializes in growth concerns, puberty disorders, metabolic and bone health, thyroid disease, weight-related hormone conditions, and complex endocrine care for high-achieving teens.
Founded as the first concierge pediatric endocrinology practice in the United States, Life Pediatric Endocrinology was built to deliver a level of access, continuity, and integrative care that is rarely available in traditional pediatric endocrine settings. Our model was designed for families who expect more than brief visits and fragmented care.
From competitive athletes to academically driven students, our patients receive science-backed, highly personalized treatment in a discreet, high-touch environment designed to meet the expectations of discerning North Texas families.
Lead Pediatric Endocrinologist Serving Dallas & North Texas
Dr. Christi Gerhardt brings more than 20 years of experience in pediatric endocrinology to families across North Texas. Her clinical focus includes growth disorders, early or delayed puberty, and complex hormonal conditions that require thoughtful, longitudinal management.
Known for her calm, precise, and deeply methodical approach, Dr. Gerhardt helps families understand the full context of their child’s development and guides them through nuanced decisions with clarity and confidence. She works closely with Texas families seeking integrative pediatric endocrine care that prioritizes both immediate needs and long-term health.
Clinical Focus Includes:
Short stature and growth disorders
Growth hormone deficiency
Early, delayed, or atypical puberty
Complex endocrine and metabolic conditions
Long-term endocrine planning through adolescence
Families in Highland Park, Preston Hollow, and University Park often choose Dr. Gerhardt for her depth of experience, continuity of care, and concierge-level access.
Founder of Life Pediatric Endocrinology | National Growth & Puberty Expert
Dr. Toni Kim is a board-certified pediatric endocrinologist and founding physician of Life Pediatric Endocrinology. She is nationally recognized for her expertise in growth and puberty care and is frequently consulted on complex cases that require advanced evaluation and longitudinal planning.
Dr. Kim supports Dallas families through collaborative case review and contributes national-level expertise to ensure each child’s care plan reflects the highest clinical standards.
Bone, Thyroid & Complex Endocrine Specialist
Dr. Kelli Davis is a Vanderbilt-trained pediatric endocrinologist with advanced expertise in metabolic bone disease, thyroid disorders, and complex endocrine diagnoses. She brings academic rigor and analytical precision to cases that benefit from in-depth evaluation and multidisciplinary thinking, supporting Texas families through coordinated, team-based care.
Families across Dallas and North Texas seek care at Life Pediatric Endocrinology for:
Short stature and poor growth
Growth hormone deficiency
Early or delayed puberty
Thyroid disorders and autoimmune thyroid disease
Adrenal and hormonal conditions
Metabolic and weight-related endocrine concerns
Bone density and skeletal health issues
Type 1 diabetes management
Care is individualized, data-driven, and designed to evolve as children grow.
Integrative pediatric endocrinology means treating the whole child, not just lab results. Our physicians evaluate growth patterns, pubertal timing, metabolic health, bone development, nutrition, lifestyle factors, and family history together to form a complete clinical picture.
This approach allows us to tailor care plans that support long-term health, confidence, and performance, particularly for children whose endocrine concerns unfold gradually over time.
Concierge access with extended visits and direct physician communication
Nationally respected pediatric endocrinologists working collaboratively
Deep expertise in growth, puberty, and complex endocrine conditions
Care designed for high-performing, high-expectation families
A discreet, physician-led model without the limitations of traditional systems
Families often come to Life Pediatric Endocrinology seeking clarity and depth and remain because of the continuity, expertise, and experience they receive.
Life Pediatric Endocrinology proudly serves families from:
Highland Park
University Park
Preston Hollow
North Dallas
Plano
Frisco
In-person and virtual consultations are available throughout Texas.
Whether your child is facing growth concerns, puberty timing issues, diabetes management, or complex endocrine conditions, our team is here to provide elite-level care with precision, discretion, and compassion.
👉 Request a consultation today with our Dallas pediatric endocrinology team.