Primary Care That Makes You Primary

Melanie Christina, MD, FACP

Internal Medicine

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Residency

University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center
Dallas, TX
Internal Medicine 1991-1993

Internship

University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center
Dallas, TX
1990-1991

Medical School

Tulane University Medical Center
New Orleans, LA
Doctorate of Medicine 1990

Undergraduate

Louisiana State University
Baton Rouge, LA
Bachelor of Science, Biochemistry 1984

Diplomate, American Board of Internal Medicine
Diplomate, American Board of Palliative and Hospice Medicine

Presbyterian Hospital of Plano
Presbyterian Hospital of Dallas

English

Chair, Palliative Care Subcommittee, Presbyterian Hospital 2003-present
Principal Investigator, Clinical Investigations of Texas 2007-present
Medical Director, Kindred Hospice 2017-present
Associate Medical Director, Faith Presbyterian Hospice 2008-2017

Best Physician, D Magazine 2005
Vitas Physician of the Year 2003
Alpha Omega Alpha Medical Honor Society 1989

American College of Physicians
American Association of Hospice & Palliative Medicine
Institute of Functional Medicine
Dallas County Medical Society

Texas

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What Members Are Saying

Dr. Christina is a wellness, guiding light. During a particularly dark time when my dad was in his last few months of life, my physician at the time, suddenly passed away. Due to the stress of caring for my dad, I knew I needed to get a new doctor quickly. As I asked for references from medical staff at the hospital, her name quickly surfaced repeatedly. Thus, I followed those suggestions and became one of Dr. Christian’s patients. From the first time we met, I could see a glimmer of light that I could be healthier in every way. She genuinely cared about my physical and emotional well being. I not only found a medical guiding light, but someone who understood the impact acute emotional stress can have on overall health. This light gave me motivation, knowledge, and inspiration to make healthier nutritional choices and seek counseling to aid in reducing the emotional stress I was experiencing. Light allows us to see. Dr. Christina’s infectious smile and ability to impart medical information in an easy to understand way, helped me to visualize a healthier me. Being able to visualize changes impacted my ability to actualize health improvements. My husband and I have continued to be patients of Dr. Christina although we now live in Austin. When friends ask why we are making that choice, we think of light and a brighter future with Dr. Christina. Thank you Dr. Christina for a decade of support, care, and friendship! You are our greatest wellness advocate.

Deborah

Patient of Melanie Christina, MD, FACP

Dr Christina is more then my doctor - she is my trusted doctor. I appreciate so much the level of care, concern, trust and, yes, love I feel from and for her. She is a care-giver in the true sense of the word. Not just caring about my physical well-being but genuinely caring about my whole well-being. I am so grateful to have Dr Christina in my life and as my physician.

Susan

Patient of Melanie Christina, MD, FACP

Even before Dr. Christina became part of MDVIP, I never felt rushed or hurried as her patient. She listened and gave practical and wonderful advice. Visits were more like being with a really good friend who was also your doctor. During the past few years during some serious health issues, and a lot of specialists involved in my care, she has always been the one I've turned to for clarity when I've been confused. I feel very fortunate that she is there for me and I trust her completely.

Valery

Patient of Melanie Christina, MD, FACP

MDVIP Annual Membership Fee

MDVIP’s annual fee covers the Wellness Program and generally can be made in quarterly, semi-annual and annual payments.

Quarterly

$512.50 every 3 months*

Semi-Annual

$1,025.00 every 6 months*

Annual

$2,050.00 each year*

Meet Melanie Christina, MD, FACP

Since I was a child I knew I wanted to be either a teacher or a doctor. Little did I know – as a doctor you are a teacher. A doctor is your health coach, someone who educates on diet, prevention, and nutrition. A doctor motivates you to make lifestyle changes to feel better and stay healthy, makes diagnoses and educates you on your diagnoses and develops a treatment plan. I value my relationship with each patient and want your care to be a true partnership that is patient-centered. To me, that means considering not just the physical body but also understanding the emotional and spiritual being.

As a primary care physician and a hospice doctor, I have been following my passion of taking care of my patients through their life journey - from young adult until the end of life. My gift from God is that of a caregiver, which to me is a sacred honor. Because of this view, I aim to treat all patients with respect and give them my time and attention to address all of their healthcare needs. MDVIP allows me the time to get to know each patient. My focus will be maintaining wellness, prevention of chronic illness and coordination of care with other professionals.

My goal as your doctor is to stay clinically relevant, yet push the boundaries of the field of nutrition and alternative medicines. For instance, I recently trained with the Institute of Functional Medicine in the "Reversal of Cognitive Decline" and applications of functional medicine in clinical practice. While there is much more to learn, I am expanding my training to enhance my ability to provide coaching in anti-aging, as well as trying to reverse chronic disease or cognitive issues using a more natural approach.

MDVIP allows me to practice medicine the old-fashioned way. I will know each patient personally and will be able to review all aspects of the clinical care. My role as your coach and advisor will be to optimize your health and keep you out of the hospital. I will help you achieve this goal as I will be available to you when and if you need me. Together, I see a great future ahead of us! It is truly a privilege to be a doctor!

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What Members Are Saying

Dr. Christina is a wellness, guiding light. During a particularly dark time when my dad was in his last few months of life, my physician at the time, suddenly passed away. Due to the stress of caring for my dad, I knew I needed to get a new doctor quickly. As I asked for references from medical staff at the hospital, her name quickly surfaced repeatedly. Thus, I followed those suggestions and became one of Dr. Christian’s patients. From the first time we met, I could see a glimmer of light that I could be healthier in every way. She genuinely cared about my physical and emotional well being. I not only found a medical guiding light, but someone who understood the impact acute emotional stress can have on overall health. This light gave me motivation, knowledge, and inspiration to make healthier nutritional choices and seek counseling to aid in reducing the emotional stress I was experiencing. Light allows us to see. Dr. Christina’s infectious smile and ability to impart medical information in an easy to understand way, helped me to visualize a healthier me. Being able to visualize changes impacted my ability to actualize health improvements. My husband and I have continued to be patients of Dr. Christina although we now live in Austin. When friends ask why we are making that choice, we think of light and a brighter future with Dr. Christina. Thank you Dr. Christina for a decade of support, care, and friendship! You are our greatest wellness advocate.

Deborah

Patient of Melanie Christina, MD, FACP

Dr Christina is more then my doctor - she is my trusted doctor. I appreciate so much the level of care, concern, trust and, yes, love I feel from and for her. She is a care-giver in the true sense of the word. Not just caring about my physical well-being but genuinely caring about my whole well-being. I am so grateful to have Dr Christina in my life and as my physician.

Susan

Patient of Melanie Christina, MD, FACP

Even before Dr. Christina became part of MDVIP, I never felt rushed or hurried as her patient. She listened and gave practical and wonderful advice. Visits were more like being with a really good friend who was also your doctor. During the past few years during some serious health issues, and a lot of specialists involved in my care, she has always been the one I've turned to for clarity when I've been confused. I feel very fortunate that she is there for me and I trust her completely.

Valery

Patient of Melanie Christina, MD, FACP

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This physician has limited availability and may have a Waiting List. Fill out the form to receive more information about Dr. Christina.

Primary Care That Makes You Primary

A new healthcare model to suit your lifestyle

Benefits of joining Dr. Christina's practice with MDVIP

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MDVIP Wellness Program

Expect comprehensive screenings and tests and a custom wellness plan designed for you.

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Better Doctor-Patient Relationship

97% of MDVIP members are satisfied with their relationship (vs 58% in traditional PCP).

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Same/Next-Day Appointments

See Dr. Christina quickly and take your time during each appointment.

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Reachable 24/7

Reach Dr. Christina by phone after-hours and on weekends.

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Smaller Practice Size

MDVIP practices are smaller than most primary care practices, which means your doctor has more time to help you.

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Your Dedicated Doctor

See Dr. Christina when you go to the office — not someone else like a nurse practitioner or physician assistant

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Travel Benefits

If you need urgent care while traveling, your physician can help arrange your care with a local hospital, pharmacy or doctor.

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Medical Centers of Excellence

For patients who need care beyond what is available locally, MDVIP can connect your doctor with specialists at some of the country’s leading medical institutions

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Better Health Outcomes

Members have better control of chronic conditions like type 2 diabetes, high cholesterol and hypertension.

Frequently Asked Questions

Doctors who operate in the MDVIP models typically see far fewer patients than traditional primary care doctors. That gives them more time to develop deeper doctor-patient relationships that can lead to better outcomes. They can also offer conveniences that most primary care doctors can’t, including same- and next-day appointments. They’re available after hours for urgent matters. And they have time to focus on prevention. That focus begins with the MDVIP Wellness Program, which patients pay for with their annual membership fee.

Most MDVIP-affiliated primary care practices accept insurance (your physician can tell you whether they accept your specific insurance plan). Your annual fee pays for preventive care medical services that insurance usually doesn’t cover (e.g., advanced diagnostic testing and screenings). Your MDVIP-affiliated physician will continue to bill your insurance and charge copays, co-insurances and deductibles as he or she currently does for other medical services like sick visits.

MDVIP makes wellness and prevention easier by providing your physician with innovative tools and technology. MDVIP supports your physician’s practice and seeks to eliminate barriers to a positive healthcare experience. Your doctor will determine whether and how to incorporate these tools at his/her discretion.

MDVIP Annual Membership Fee

MDVIP’s annual fee covers the Wellness Program and generally can be made in quarterly, semi-annual and annual payments.

Quarterly

$512.50 every 3 months*

Semi-Annual

$1,025.00 every 6 months*

Annual

$2,050.00 each year*

Get Started Today

This physician has limited availability and may have a Waiting List. Fill out the form to receive more information about Dr. Christina.

Reviews from around the web

Testimonials from patients of Melanie Christina, MD, FACP

Dr. Melanie Christina

from Marsha in TX • March 13, 2020

When my husband was critically ill for several years, I learned the value of having a doctor that uplifted us both, provided hope and was a ray of sunshine. I found such a doctor for myself in Dr. Christina. She is very caring, thorough, all the while being so human, relatable and she has a great sense of humor. Often going to the doctor can be stressful and can cause anxiety. That is never the Read more...

My Doctor is the BEST

from Margaret in TX • March 11, 2020

Before Dr. Christina chose to go with MDVIP she was already a caring, kind, professional, fun, thorough physician. She has not changed her demeanor or care for her patients, but I think the change has given her more freedom and quality time in her own life and with her patients. She is not trying to keep up with an overloaded schedule. She is able to do more testing which is very important to us Read more...

Family trip

from maria in TX • March 11, 2020

My nephew, William and his four year old daughter came to Dallas from Chicago to visit "Auntie M".
He had been ill before he came and went to the emergency room in his suburb and received treatment. All was supposed to be well.
They flew in to Dallas and we took them to the Dallas Arboretum to see the Children's Garden. We were there for a couple of hours when I Read more...

Always there at the most important time

from Thomas in TX • March 10, 2020

It's not one story it's many but they all had one main theme Dr Christina is and has always there at the crucial time of need. When Linda was in the hospital for major surgery Dr Christina was there to oversee the emergency surgery to make sure of her survival and care. When I needed medical attention for many medical issues Dr Christina has always been there to advise and care for our health. We Read more...

Awesome Doctor

from Monique in TX • March 10, 2020

Dr. Christina has been a God send for me. I came to Dallas in 2017, I didn't have a Dr. and my employer referred me to her practice, she has been a superb provider for my health. I had an ongoing issue, she nipped it in the bud immediately. Dr. Christina is such a compassionate person, everyone is not created to be a doctor; I believe Dr. Christina was. I just love her to pieces.

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Locations & Hours

Primary Office

8335 Walnut Hill Lane Suite 215
Dallas, TX 75231

call 1.866.696.3847

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Hours

Mon	8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Tue	8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Wed	8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Thu	8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Fri	8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Sat	Closed
Sun	Closed

MDVIP Annual Membership Fee

MDVIP’s annual fee covers the Wellness Program and generally can be made in quarterly, semi-annual, and annual payments.

Quarterly

$512.50 every 3 months*

Semi-Annual

$1,025.00 every 6 months*

Annual

$2,050.00 each year*

Get Started Today

This physician has limited availability and may have a Waiting List. Fill out the form to receive more information about Dr. Christina.

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Primary Care That Makes You Primary

Melanie Christina, MD, FACP

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Education

Residency

Internship

Medical School

Undergraduate

Certifications

Hospital Affiliations

Languages

Professional Affiliations & Appointments

Honors and Awards

Professional Society Memberships

Licensure

What Members Are Saying

MDVIP Annual Membership Fee

Meet Melanie Christina, MD, FACP

What Members Are Saying

Get Started Today

Primary Care That Makes You Primary

Benefits of joining Dr. Christina's practice with MDVIP

MDVIP Wellness Program

Better Doctor-Patient Relationship

Same/Next-Day Appointments

Reachable 24/7

Smaller Practice Size

Your Dedicated Doctor

Travel Benefits

Medical Centers of Excellence

Better Health Outcomes

Frequently Asked Questions

What’s different about MDVIP practices and traditional primary care practices?

How does insurance work in an MDVIP-affiliated practice?

What is MDVIP and what does it do?

MDVIP Annual Membership Fee

Get Started Today

Reviews from around the web

Testimonials from patients of Melanie Christina, MD, FACP

Dr. Melanie Christina

My Doctor is the BEST

Family trip

Always there at the most important time

Awesome Doctor

The Office of Melanie Christina, MD, FACP

Locations & Hours

Primary Office

Hours

MDVIP Annual Membership Fee

Get Started Today