
Overview
Ingrid Cristian, MD, is a clinical geneticist at Orlando Health Arnold Palmer Hospital for Children. She is board certified in medical biochemical genetics (metabolic), clinical genetics and pediatrics. Dr. Cristian earned her medical degree from the Universidad del Norte in Columbia. She completed a pediatric residency at the Icahn School of Medicine at Elmhurst Hospital Center, New York, and a residency in clinical genetics at Mount Sinai Hospital, New York, where she was chief resident.Prior to joining Orlando Health, she worked as a clinical geneticist at Nemours Children's Hospital and Miami Children’s Hospital, and as a pediatrician with Pediatric Associates in the Fort Lauderdale area of Florida.Dr. Cristian is an assistant professor of pediatrics at the University of Central Florida College of Medicine and at Florida State University College of Medicine. She has been published in several medical journals and is a member of the American Society of Human Genetics and the Society for Inherited Metabolic Disorders.Dr. Cristian is fluent in both English and Spanish.
Dr. Cristian is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Phenylketonuria (PKU), Hyperlysinemia, Mucopolysaccharidosis Type 2 (MPS II, Hunter Syndrome), and Hypotonia.
Dr. Cristian is board certified in American Board Of Medical Genetics and American Board Of Pediatrics. She is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 14 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Cristian is currently accepting new patients.
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60 W. Gore St., 2nd Floor, Orlando, FL 32806
Clinical Research
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Ingrid Cristian
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Ingrid Cristian?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Ingrid Cristian by calling their office at 407-648-7802. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Ingrid Cristian a top-rated expert for Phenylketonuria (PKU)?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Ingrid Cristian is classified as an Advanced expert for Phenylketonuria (PKU), 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. Ingrid Cristian specialize in?
While Dr. Ingrid Cristian is a Pediatrics, they have specific expertise in Phenylketonuria (PKU), Hyperlysinemia, and Mucopolysaccharidosis Type 2 (MPS II, Hunter Syndrome). MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Pediatrics.
Does Dr. Ingrid Cristian participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Ingrid Cristian has published 14 articles and abstracts on conditions like Phenylketonuria (PKU). You can view a list of Dr. Ingrid Cristian's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Ingrid Cristian accept my insurance?
Dr. Ingrid Cristian accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 407-648-7802 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Advanced
- Phenylketonuria (PKU)Dr. Cristian isAdvanced. Learn about Phenylketonuria (PKU).
- Experienced
- 15q11.2 MicrodeletionDr. Cristian isExperienced. Learn about 15q11.2 Microdeletion.
- Achalasia Microcephaly SyndromeDr. Cristian isExperienced. Learn about Achalasia Microcephaly Syndrome.
- Activated PI3K Delta Syndrome (APDS)Dr. Cristian isExperienced. Learn about Activated PI3K Delta Syndrome (APDS).
- Autism Spectrum DisorderDr. Cristian isExperienced. Learn about Autism Spectrum Disorder.
- Beta-Ketothiolase DeficiencyDr. Cristian isExperienced. Learn about Beta-Ketothiolase Deficiency.
- Delayed GrowthDr. Cristian isExperienced. Learn about Delayed Growth.
- Distal 18q Deletion SyndromeDr. Cristian isExperienced. Learn about Distal 18q Deletion Syndrome.
- HyperlysinemiaDr. Cristian isExperienced. Learn about Hyperlysinemia.
- HypotoniaDr. Cristian isExperienced. Learn about Hypotonia.
- Jacobsen SyndromeDr. Cristian isExperienced. Learn about Jacobsen Syndrome.
- Leigh SyndromeDr. Cristian isExperienced. Learn about Leigh Syndrome.
- MicrocephalyDr. Cristian isExperienced. Learn about Microcephaly.
- Mucopolysaccharidosis Type 2 (MPS II, Hunter Syndrome)
- Urea Cycle Disorders (UCD)Dr. Cristian isExperienced. Learn about Urea Cycle Disorders (UCD).
- Von Gierke DiseaseDr. Cristian isExperienced. Learn about Von Gierke Disease.

