Karen Teel, MD

Dr. Karen Teel actively practiced pediatrics in Central Texas from 1963 to 2006. She passionately advocated for the creation of the Children's Hospital of Austin, which opened in 1988, and the Dell Children's Medical Center of Central Texas, which opened in July 2007. She remains committed to the highest quality healthcare for our young patients today and continues to work tirelessly in support of that goal.

The Karen W. Teel, M.D. Lectureship was created to honor Dr. Teel's pioneering contributions to pediatric healthcare in Central Texas. The Lectureship serves as the keynote address of the region's Annual Pediatric Conference.