Dr. Krista Mesi, Program Director

Dr. Krista Mesi is originally from Des Moines, Iowa, and graduated from the University of Iowa (Go Hawks!). She earned her medical degree from Lincoln Memorial University–DeBusk College of Osteopathic Medicine and completed her pediatric residency at the University of South Florida.

Since 2017, Dr. Mesi has served as Division Head of Pediatric Hospital Medicine at Henry Ford St. John Children’s Hospital. She also served as an Associate Program Director for seven years before transitioning to her current role as Program Director.

Dr. Mesi’s favorite part of residency program leadership is building meaningful relationships with residents and having the opportunity to support their personal and professional growth. She is passionate about helping residents develop the knowledge, skills, and confidence to become exceptional pediatricians and future leaders in medicine.

Outside of work, Dr. Mesi enjoys spending time with her husband and two children. As a pediatrician, she knows that raising children is an adventure—and that sometimes the best treatment plan is simply a good night’s sleep for the whole family!