Alethea Turner
Dr. Alethea Turner is a dedicated physician educator with expertise in family medicine and graduate medical education. Currently serving as the Program Director for the Family Medicine Residency Program at HonorHealth Scottsdale Osborn Medical Center, Dr. Turner has a strong commitment to advancing medical education, health equity, and patient care. With over a decade of experience in both clinical practice and medical education, Dr. Turner works diligently to inspire the next generation of physicians and healthcare professionals.
Education and Training
Dr. Turner received her medical degree from Touro University and completed residency training in family medicine at HonorHealth where she also served as Chief Resident. Dr. Turner further pursued fellowships in Primary Care Faculty Development from the University of Arizona College of Medicine, and Program Director Development from the Association of Family Medicine Residency Directors.
Clinical Expertise and Interests
Dr. Turner has a strong clinical background in broad-spectrum family medicine, with a particular interest in health equity, physician wellbeing, and the promotion of evidence-based medicine. As an educator, she draws on both her clinical expertise and her training in journalism—including a medical journalism externship at a national news network—to communicate complex concepts with clarity and practicality, helping learners bridge theory and real-world application.
Teaching Philosophy and Approach
Dr. Turner’s teaching philosophy centers around evidence-based practice, collaborative learning, and personal reflection. Passionate about mentorship, Dr. Turner emphasizes individual and collective accountability, building clinical judgment, and promoting intellectual curiosity.
Research, Grants and Scholarly Interests
In addition to her teaching role, Dr. Turner is actively involved in curricular development and clinical research, with a focus on health equity and physician wellbeing. She has published several articles in peer-reviewed journals and other periodicals, and has presented at numerous conferences.
Awards and Recognitions
Dr. Turner has been recognized for her outstanding contributions to medical education and patient care, receiving an Outstanding Teaching Award in 2024, the HonorHealth Health Equity Award in 2022 and 2023, as well as the 2021 HonorHealth Faculty Network Quality and Patient Safety Award and the 2019 HonorHealth Faculty Excellence in Population Health Curriculum Award. These accolades highlight her dedication to improving healthcare, fostering excellence in teaching, and making a positive impact on the medical community.
Professional Memberships
Dr. Turner is an active member of several professional organizations, including the American Academy of Family Physicians and the Association of Family Medicine Residency Directors. She is also on the Editorial Board of the Family Medicine Residency Curriculum Resource. Dr Turner is committed to advancing the field of family medicine through continuous learning and collaboration with colleagues.
Personal Interests
Outside of her professional work, Dr. Turner enjoys travel, design, and spending time with friends and family.