Overview
Christina Lester is a Board-Certified Pediatric Nurse Practitioner in Primary Care through the Pediatric Nursing Certification Board. She attended Mount Saint Mary's University where she earned her Bachelors in Biology and Johns Hopkins where she earned her Bachelors in Nursing. She attained her Masters and Doctorate in Nursing at the Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC). She developed a passion for preemie and infant care while working in the MUSC Neonatal ICU for 7 years that has carried over into her work in primary care. She enjoys working alongside families providing patients of all ages the latest evidence-based care and education to help them thrive and grow to their fullest potential.
Her clinical expertise encompasses Croup and Obesity in Children.
Dr. Lester is currently accepting new patients.
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Locations
2403 Allison Road, Beaufort, SC 29902
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Christina D. Lester
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Christina D. Lester?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Christina D. Lester by calling their office at 843-524-1078. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Christina D. Lester a top-rated expert for Croup?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Christina D. Lester is classified as an Experienced expert for Croup, 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. Christina D. Lester specialize in?
While Dr. Christina D. Lester is a Pediatrics, they have specific expertise in Croup, Obesity in Children. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Pediatrics.
Does Dr. Christina D. Lester accept my insurance?
Dr. Christina D. Lester accepts most major insurance plans, including Absolute Total Care South Carolina and Aetna. We recommend calling the office directly at 843-524-1078 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
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- CroupDr. Lester isExperienced. Learn about Croup.
- Obesity in ChildrenDr. Lester isExperienced. Learn about Obesity in Children.