Endocrinology
Alexander Tessnow, MD
Associate Professor of Internal Medicine; Chief of the Endocrinology Service at Parkland Memorial Hospital
Alexander H. Tessnow, MD, is an Associate Professor of Internal Medicine at UT Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas, Texas, with a subspecialty focus in endocrinology, diabetes, and metabolism. He specializes in thyroid nodules and thyroid cancer, and has extensive experience treating thyroid disorders and osteoporosis screening. Dr. Tessnow serves adult patient populations, including those at Parkland Memorial Hospital where he acts as Chief of the Endocrinology Service, often managing complex
20+
Years in Practice
Credentials
Board Certifications
- Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism (ABIM)
- Internal Medicine (ABIM)
Education & Training
- UT Southwestern Medical School — M.D.
- University of Utah Medical Center — Residency, Internal Medicine
- UT Southwestern Medical Center — Fellowship, Endocrinology, Diabetes, and Metabolism
- UT Southwestern and UT Dallas Naveen Jindal School of Management — MBA, Health Care Leadership
Peer Recognition
- AACE — Fellow (FACE)
- Castle Connolly — Top Doctor
2022-2026 (5 years)
- D Magazine — Best Doctors
Recognition & Leadership
Leadership Roles
- Chief of the Endocrinology Service at Parkland Memorial Hospital
Clinical Focus
Subspecialties
Conditions & Treatments
Practice Details
Hospital Affiliations
- Southwestern Health Resources
- UT Southwestern Medical Center
- Parkland Health & Hospital System
Languages
English
Experience
20+ years in practice