Overview
Within my field of gastroenterology, I have a special interest in acute and chronic liver disease and short gut syndrome. Many of my patients require a liver and / or small bowel transplant and it is extremely rewarding to see the improvement in their health and quality of life after this happens. These patients have to be followed long term and I think that it is extremely important for them and their families to have a good understanding of their disease and what I am thinking regarding their treatment and management options. Having said this, I think that having good communication is a key component of my relationship with patients as a physician. I strive to provide my patients with the best care and I think that being in a medical center like Duke Health allows me to have this opportunity.
Dr. Cristina is highly rated in 18 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Visceromegaly, Cirrhosis, Hepatitis, Hepatitis C, and Liver Transplant.
Her clinical research consists of co-authoring 18 peer reviewed articles and participating in 1 clinical trial. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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Locations
40 Duke Medicine Cir, Durham, NC 27710
Additional Areas of Focus
Dr. Cristina has provided the following conditions as areas of focus. Please note that we may not have enough data to validate their experience in some of these conditions.
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.
1 Clinical Trials
Duke Gastroenterology Clinic - Clinic 2J
I am proud to serve as the Chief of the Duke Division of Gastroenterology. In addition to my administrative duties, I enjoy my clinical practice focused on the care of patients with liver diseases. I also continue to participate in clinical research and hope that these studies offer our patients the latest advances and treatment options. Dr. Muir is highly rated in 23 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Hepatitis C, Hepatitis, Sclerosing Cholangitis, Liver Transplant, and Kidney Transplant.
Duke Endoscopy Clinic - Clinic 2H
I have a passion for taking care of patients with liver disease. Being a hepatologist allows me to form long term relationships and work together with patients and families to make a diagnosis and a treatment plan. I am particularly interested in liver transplantation as well as the care of patients with autoimmune and cholestatic liver disease including primary biliary cirrhosis and primary sclerosing cholangitis. In addition to patient care, I have an interest in medical education. Because new treatments and discoveries are constantly being made within the field of hepatology, I am continually learning and enjoy sharing this knowledge with patients, families, and medical trainees. Dr. King is highly rated in 20 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Visceromegaly, Autoimmune Hepatitis, Enlarged Liver, and Hepatitis.
Duke Endoscopy Clinic - Clinic 2H
Much of my work is with patients who have had liver disease for a long period of time. I also see patients who have liver disease that has come about abruptly, and I take care of patients who need more advanced liver-related care, particularly when it comes to issues regarding liver transplantation. Of particular interest, I enjoy helping women with liver-disease related issues, especially those who are pregnant or seeking to become pregnant and have chronic liver disease. A number of liver transplant patients are women of childbearing age, and I have a passion for trying to help them understand what it would mean to become pregnant and pursue motherhood with that kind of medical history. Patients who come to see me should know that I will spend a lot of time getting to know them and use the best available medical science while working with them in partnership to provide the best medical care possible. I desire to make sure that patients can come away from any appointment with me feeling as though I have heard their concerns and have cared for their needs. Dr. Brady is highly rated in 14 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Hepatitis, Autoimmune Hepatitis, Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH), Cirrhosis, and Liver Transplant.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. M C. Cristina
How do I make an appointment with Dr. M C. Cristina?
You can book an appointment with Dr. M C. Cristina by calling their office at 919-684-9522. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. M C. Cristina a top-rated expert for Visceromegaly?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. M C. Cristina is classified as an Distinguished expert for Visceromegaly, 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. M C. Cristina specialize in?
While Dr. M C. Cristina is a Hepatology, they have specific expertise in Visceromegaly, Cirrhosis, and Hepatitis. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Hepatology.
Does Dr. M C. Cristina participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. M C. Cristina has published 18 articles and abstracts on conditions like Visceromegaly. You can view a list of Dr. M C. Cristina's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. M C. Cristina accept my insurance?
Dr. M C. Cristina accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Alignment Health Plan. We recommend calling the office directly at 919-684-9522 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
MediFind evaluates expertise by pulling from factors such as number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials, speaking at industry conferences, prescribing and referral patterns, and strength of connections with other experts in their field.
Learn more about MediFind’s expert tiers
- Distinguished
- CirrhosisDr. Cristina isDistinguished. Learn about Cirrhosis.
- VisceromegalyDr. Cristina isDistinguished. Learn about Visceromegaly.
- Advanced
- Alcoholic CirrhosisDr. Cristina isAdvanced. Learn about Alcoholic Cirrhosis.
- AscitesDr. Cristina isAdvanced. Learn about Ascites.
- Autoimmune HepatitisDr. Cristina isAdvanced. Learn about Autoimmune Hepatitis.
- Enlarged LiverDr. Cristina isAdvanced. Learn about Enlarged Liver.
- Esophageal VaricesDr. Cristina isAdvanced. Learn about Esophageal Varices.
- Fibrolamellar CarcinomaDr. Cristina isAdvanced. Learn about Fibrolamellar Carcinoma.
- Experienced
- Banti's SyndromeDr. Cristina isExperienced. Learn about Banti's Syndrome.
- Benign Esophageal StrictureDr. Cristina isExperienced. Learn about Benign Esophageal Stricture.
- Caroli DiseaseDr. Cristina isExperienced. Learn about Caroli Disease.
- Childhood VolvulusDr. Cristina isExperienced. Learn about Childhood Volvulus.
- CholangitisDr. Cristina isExperienced. Learn about Cholangitis.
- Congenital Hepatic FibrosisDr. Cristina isExperienced. Learn about Congenital Hepatic Fibrosis.



