Overview
Catherine Cross, MD, grew up in Bethesda, MD. She completed her bachelor's degree at the University of Maryland, College Park, and moved to California for medical school at UCLA. Dr. Cross returned to the East Coast for her pediatrics residency at Boston Children's Hospital, where she stayed on staff as a hospitalist pediatrician for two years after residency, serving as a clinical instructor at Harvard Medical School. She was a primary care pediatrician at a group practice in Northern Virginia for 17 years before joining CNPA Chevy Chase in 2025. She has been recognized in Washingtonian magazine as one of the area's outstanding pediatricians for many years since 2016. She is board-certified by the American Board of Pediatrics and is a fellow of the American Academy of Pediatrics. Dr. Cross particularly enjoys newborn medicine, supporting families with developmental questions and watching children and families grow and thrive over time. She and her husband have three children – a young adult and two elementary school students. In her time off, Dr. Cross enjoys baking, hiking and traveling.
Dr. Cross is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Asthma in Children, Croup, Herpangina, and Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) Infection.
Dr. Cross is board certified in Pediatrics: American Board Of Pediatrics, 2005. She is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 2 peer reviewed articles.
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4601 North Park Avenue, Apartment 8 C, Chevy, Chase, MD 20815
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Catherine M. Cross
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Catherine M. Cross?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Catherine M. Cross by calling their office at 301-656-2745. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Catherine M. Cross a top-rated expert for Asthma in Children?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Catherine M. Cross is classified as an Advanced expert for Asthma in Children, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.
What conditions does Dr. Catherine M. Cross specialize in?
While Dr. Catherine M. Cross is a Pediatrics, they have specific expertise in Asthma in Children, Croup, and Herpangina. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Pediatrics.
Does Dr. Catherine M. Cross participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Catherine M. Cross has published 2 articles and abstracts on conditions like Asthma in Children. You can view a list of Dr. Catherine M. Cross's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Catherine M. Cross accept my insurance?
Dr. Catherine M. Cross accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 301-656-2745 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
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- Asthma in ChildrenDr. Cross isAdvanced. Learn about Asthma in Children.
- CroupDr. Cross isAdvanced. Learn about Croup.
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- Aseptic and Alopecic Nodules of Scalp (AANS)
- Auditory Processing DisorderDr. Cross isExperienced. Learn about Auditory Processing Disorder.
- Autism Spectrum DisorderDr. Cross isExperienced. Learn about Autism Spectrum Disorder.
- Celiac DiseaseDr. Cross isExperienced. Learn about Celiac Disease.
- Chronic Rhinosinusitis with Nasal Polyps (CRSwNP)
- Delayed GrowthDr. Cross isExperienced. Learn about Delayed Growth.