Cristina Palmer
Expertise in
4
conditions
Expertise in
4
conditions
1100 Ninth Avenue, 
Seattle, WA 

Overview

Cristina Palmer, DO, is a board-certified urologic surgeon with particular emphasis on urogynecology. Dr. Palmer is passionate about pelvic floor disorders and has dedicated her life to providing the highest level of care for these issues. She focuses on treating the patient as a whole person and discovering the root cause of the disease process. Her approach is collaborative, looking at the patient’s goals of care and lifestyle in order to achieve the best quality of life possible.Dr. Palmer is a Fellow of the American College of Osteopathic Surgeons. She is a member of the Washington State Urology Society, Society of Genitourinary Reconstructive Surgeons, American Urogynecologic Society, Society of Urodynamics and Female Urology, International Continence Society, Society of  Women in Urology, American Urological Association and American Osteopathic Association.Away from work, Dr. Palmer enjoys running and has completed 23 half marathons. She also enjoys downhill skiing and competitive jigsaw puzzling.

Dr. Palmer is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Urinary Incontinence, Stress Urinary Incontinence, Frequent or Urgent Urination, Ureteroscopy, and Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT).

Her clinical research consists of co-authoring 10 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.

Graduate Institution

Chicago College Of Osteopathic Medicine/Midwestern University, Downers Grove, IL

Residency

Urologic Surgery, John H. Stroger, Jr. Hospital of Cook County, Chicago, IL

Specialties

Obstetrics and Gynecology
Urology

Licenses

Urology in IL

Board Certifications

Urological Surgery, American Osteopathic Board Of Surgery

Fellowships

Female Urology, Pelvic Reconstructive Surgery and Voiding Dysfunction, University of California - Irvine, Orange, CA

Hospital Affiliations

Virginia Mason Medical Center

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Female

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Locations

Virginia Mason Medical Center
1100 Ninth Avenue, Seattle, WA 98101

Clinical Research

Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.


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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Cristina Palmer

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You can book an appointment with Dr. Cristina Palmer by calling their office at 206-624-1144. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. Cristina Palmer a top-rated expert for Urinary Incontinence?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Cristina Palmer is classified as an Advanced expert for Urinary Incontinence, 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 Palmer specialize in?

While Dr. Cristina Palmer is a Obstetrics and Gynecology, they have specific expertise in Urinary Incontinence, Stress Urinary Incontinence, and Frequent or Urgent Urination. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Obstetrics and Gynecology.

Does Dr. Cristina Palmer participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Cristina Palmer has published 10 articles and abstracts on conditions like Urinary Incontinence. You can view a list of Dr. Cristina Palmer's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Cristina Palmer accept my insurance?

Dr. Cristina Palmer accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 206-624-1144 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

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