Dr. Cristina Brickman
Overview
Dr. Cristina Brickman is an infectious disease specialist whose focus is evaluating and treating anal cancer. Brickman's research focuses on HPV infection, looking at which populations are affected and how it may lead to cancer, particularly in patients with HIV. Her work is aimed at identifying risk factors associated with progression of abnormal cells to invasive cancer. She is also interested in studying anal cancer risk in both the very young and old in high-risk populations, with the goal of optimizing screening practices. Brickman received her medical degree from Columbia University. She completed a residency in internal medicine at New York–Presbyterian/Columbia University Medical Center, followed by a fellowship in infectious diseases at the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania. She went on to pursue a master of science degree in clinical epidemiology at the University of Pennsylvania. As part of her master's degree program, Brickman completed two research projects: The first evaluated the treatment and outcomes of HPV-associated oropharyngeal cancer (cancer at the top of the throat) in patients with HIV, and the second looked at the association between depression and sexual risk behavior, also in patients with HIV.
Dr. Brickman is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses HIV/AIDS, Myelitis, AIDS Dementia Complex, and AIDS Dysmorphic Syndrome.
Dr. Brickman is board certified in American Board Of Internal Med/Infectious Disease, Infectious Disease and American Board Of Internal Medicine, Internal Medicine. She is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 12 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Brickman is currently accepting new patients.
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1600 Divisadero St., Third Floor, San Francisco, CA 94115
350 Parnassus Ave., Suite 908, San Francisco, CA 94143
Clinical Research
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Cristina Brickman
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Cristina Brickman?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Cristina Brickman by calling their office at 415-353-7100. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Cristina Brickman a top-rated expert for HIV/AIDS?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Cristina Brickman is classified as an Distinguished expert for HIV/AIDS, 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. Cristina Brickman specialize in?
While Dr. Cristina Brickman is a Infectious Disease, they have specific expertise in HIV/AIDS, Myelitis, and AIDS Dementia Complex. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Infectious Disease.
Does Dr. Cristina Brickman participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Cristina Brickman has published 12 articles and abstracts on conditions like HIV/AIDS. You can view a list of Dr. Cristina Brickman's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Cristina Brickman accept my insurance?
Dr. Cristina Brickman accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 415-353-7100 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
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- Distinguished
- HIV/AIDSDr. Brickman isDistinguished. Learn about HIV/AIDS.
- Advanced
- AIDS Dementia ComplexDr. Brickman isAdvanced. Learn about AIDS Dementia Complex.
- AIDS Dysmorphic SyndromeDr. Brickman isAdvanced. Learn about AIDS Dysmorphic Syndrome.
- MyelitisDr. Brickman isAdvanced. Learn about Myelitis.
- Experienced
- Human Papillomavirus InfectionDr. Brickman isExperienced. Learn about Human Papillomavirus Infection.
- Osteomyelitis in ChildrenDr. Brickman isExperienced. Learn about Osteomyelitis in Children.