Melanie Christina, MD, FACP
Internal Medicine
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About 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!
Dallas, TX
Internal Medicine 1991-1993
Dallas, TX
1990-1991
New Orleans, LA
Doctorate of Medicine 1990
Baton Rouge, LA
Bachelor of Science, Biochemistry 1984
Diplomate, American Board of Palliative and Hospice Medicine
Presbyterian Hospital of Dallas
Principal Investigator, Clinical Investigations of Texas 2007-present
Medical Director, Kindred Hospice 2017-present
Associate Medical Director, Faith Presbyterian Hospice 2008-2017
Vitas Physician of the Year 2003
Alpha Omega Alpha Medical Honor Society 1989
American Association of Hospice & Palliative Medicine
Institute of Functional Medicine
Dallas County Medical Society
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The office of Melanie Christina, MD, FACP
| 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 |
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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.
**The message above is a personal introduction from the physician, intended to help you get to know them better. The views, opinions, and statements expressed above are solely those of the physician and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of MDVIP. This content is intended for general background purposes only and does not constitute medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Any mentions of expertise or quality of care are personal expressions and should not be interpreted as guarantees of performance or outcomes.