Brett Hurliman, MD, FAAP

About Dr. Brett Hurliman

Dr. Brett Hurliman grew up on a small farm in rural Illinois before graduating from Eastern Illinois University with a B.S. in Biological Sciences in 2005. He earned his Doctor of Medicine degree at the University of Illinois College of Medicine in 2009, where he was also a member of the Rural Medical Education Program. Dr. Hurliman completed both his internship and residency at Phoenix Children's Hospital/Maricopa Medical Center in Phoenix, Arizona. Following completion of his training in 2012, he

was chosen as chief resident for the program before joining the outpatient pediatrics division as part of the teaching faculty. While at Phoenix Children's Hospital for over 10 years, Dr. Hurliman was very involved in both medical student and resident education, serving as the director of undergraduate medical education within his division for both the University of Arizona College of Medicine and Mayo Clinic School of Medicine. During his time in Phoenix, Dr. Hurliman also served as a Chapter Medical Advisor for Make-a-Wish Arizona, as well as a member of the Medical Advisory Committee for Special Olympics Arizona. He is very excited to relocate to Texas and join Dr. Suhendra and the Over the Moon team!

Fun Facts

Dr. Hurliman and his husband Ismael, who has never been to Texas, are excited to embark on their newest adventure as they welcome their first child in early 2023. After living more than 10 years in the dry Arizona heat, they are cautiously optimistic about experiencing the humid Houston summers with their two energetic labs, Parker & Jax. They enjoy trying new restaurants, beach vacations, reality television, and swimming in the pool with their dogs. They are looking forward to exploring all the new food, activities, and culture that Houston has to offer. (Please send along any recommendations!)

In his spare time, Dr. Hurliman enjoys baking, running & working out, listening to true crime podcasts, and cheering for the Chicago Cubs.

Credentials & Awards

Eastern Illinois University, Bachelor of Science, Biological Sciences, Magna Cum Laude, 2005.

University of Illinois College of Medicine at Rockford, Doctor of Medicine, 2009.

Phoenix Children’s Hospital/Maricopa Medical Center, Pediatric Residency, 2012.

Phoenix Children’s Hospital/Maricopa Medical Center, Pediatric Chief Residency, 2013.

Board Certification, American Board of Pediatrics, 2012.

J. Kipp Charlton Humanitarian Award for Community Service – 2014.

Grace L. Caputo Faculty Mentor Award – 2016.

AZ Top Docs, Pediatrics – 2022.

Speaking & Media Appearances

Arizona Osteopathic Medical Association 97th Annual Convention (April 2019), Invited Speaker – “Pediatric Vaccine Updates & Recommendations for Healthcare Providers”

University of Arizona College of Medicine News Article (August 7, 2018) – “What Do You Need to Know About Vaccines?”

24th Annual Arizona Immunization Conference (April 2017), Invited Speaker – “The Meningitis Experience: A Physician’s Story”

Phoenix Children’s Hospital Grand Rounds (October 2016), Invited Speaker – “Vaccine Updates & Recommendations: Why Should I Get the Flu Shot If It Doesn’t Even Work?”