Meena Murti, M.D.
Dr. Meena Murti is a board-certified Sleep Medicine physician with over 15 years of experience in pediatrics and wellness. Her career has been driven by a deep commitment to improving the lives of children and their families through evidence-based, compassionate care. With formal training in both Pediatrics and Sleep Medicine, she brings a unique and holistic perspective to diagnosing and treating sleep disorders in children and adolescents.
Dr. Murti has served as an Assistant Professor at both Baylor College of Medicine and St. Louis University School of Medicine, where she contributed to clinical education, research, and patient care. She has also worked in private practice and large pediatric networks, offering her expertise across a variety of healthcare settings. Since 2016, she has operated as an independent consultant, blending clinical care with advocacy and innovation in pediatric sleep wellness.
Outside of her clinical work, Dr. Murti is passionate about lifelong learning and wellness. She enjoys reading scientific literature in her field and a wide array of other topics, staying active through walking and swimming.
Her current mission is focused on developing a sleep tele-heath company and wellness equipment company. The focus is a personalized outreach that children and adults can use to reach their personal goals.
• Rice University
• University of Michigan Medical School
What do you attribute your success to?
I attribute my success to always keeping children at the center of my work. Since 2011, I’ve had the privilege of helping young patients and their families navigate sleep challenges—something I consider the most meaningful part of my career. That deep purpose continues to guide me as I launch my own business.
What’s the best career advice you’ve ever received?
Resilience is the key to success.
What advice would you give to young women entering your industry?
Forming collaborative groups is the key to success. Find ways to create incentives for collaboration as opposed to competition.
What are the biggest challenges or opportunities in your field right now?
Coping with administrative burden is a challenge that is ongoing. In pediatrics, wherever there are new children there are new opportunities. In the sleep and wellness field, the technology has advanced rapidly giving more access to more people.
What values are most important to you in your work and personal life?
The values that matter most to me are compassion, truth, integrity, and a commitment to continuous learning. In both my work and personal life, I believe in showing up with purpose and positivity, staying grounded, and always striving to grow. Outside of work, I find balance through movement—gym, swimming, and doing housework help keep me centered and energized.
Locations
Meena Murti
Houston, TX 77035