Roshini I. Selladurai, M.D.

Roshini Selladurai, M.D., is a family medicine and obesity medicine physician at Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota, caring for people locally and in surrounding areas. She provides patient-centered care with a focus on whole person health across all stages of life, including pediatrics. Dr. Selladurai partners with patients to manage chronic conditions such as hypertension, diabetes, obesity, anxiety, and depression. She is passionate about providing comprehensive, compassionate care that addresses physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual health.

She is board-certified by the American Board of Family Medicine and the American Board of Obesity Medicine. In addition to her clinical work, Dr. Selladurai teaches and mentors medical students and residents through Mayo Clinic and is actively engaged in educational initiatives that promote high-quality, sustainable care.

Areas of expertise

Dr. Selladurai provides collaborative care with an emphasis on whole person health and shared decision-making. Her clinical interests and expertise include:

• Hypertension: Evaluation and management to reduce cardiovascular risk and promote long-term health
• Diabetes: Support for glucose control using lifestyle and medical strategies tailored to each individual
• Obesity medicine: Comprehensive weight management including behavioral, nutritional, and pharmacologic therapies
• Mental health conditions: Care for anxiety and depression integrated into primary care for holistic well-being
• Pediatric care: Preventive health, chronic disease management, and family-centered support for children
• Whole person care: Addressing mental, physical, emotional, and spiritual factors affecting overall health

Research and expertise

Dr. Selladurai serves as a Senior Associate Consultant and Instructor in Family Medicine at Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science. She is an active educator and preceptor for medical students, focusing on family medicine and obesity care. Her academic work includes contributions to healthcare delivery reform, wellness initiatives, and strategies for sustaining resilience in clinical practice. She is the book editor for an upcoming volume on post-2020 healthcare reform and has authored multiple peer-reviewed publications and book chapters on primary care, obesity management, and innovative care models.

Personal note

"I find joy in learning your life story while coming alongside you to help you achieve your health goals. My goal for each visit is that you will feel heard, know you are not alone, and have your specific concerns addressed — even if it takes multiple visits. I believe in whole person care and aim to bring joy and hope into each interaction."

Outside of work, Dr. Selladurai enjoys traveling and spending time outdoors with her husband, young son, and golden retriever.