Dr. Melanie Christina, MD
Concierge Internal Medicine physician, Dallas, TX
MDVIPDr. Melanie Christina is certified by the American Board of Palliative and Hospice Medicine and has been Medical Director of Kindred Hospice since 2017.
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About Dr. Christina
Dr. Christina completed her Doctor of Medicine at Tulane University Medical Center in New Orleans in 1990. She finished her internship and internal medicine residency at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center in 1993. She is certified by the American Board of Palliative and Hospice Medicine.
She has chaired the Palliative Care Subcommittee at Presbyterian Hospital since 2003 and has been Principal Investigator at Clinical Investigations of Texas since 2007. She was Associate Medical Director at Faith Presbyterian Hospice from 2008 to 2017. As a primary care physician and hospice doctor, she cares for patients from young adulthood until the end of life.
She sees a doctor's role as that of a health coach who educates on diet, prevention and nutrition. Patients can reach her by phone after hours and on weekends.
Membership and fees
The annual MDVIP membership fee is $2,350 and covers the MDVIP Wellness Program, which includes comprehensive screenings and tests and a custom wellness plan.
The membership can be paid semi-annually at $1,175 or quarterly at $587.50, and payment options vary by physician.
$2,350 per year
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Patient reviews
"Creates a relaxing and supportive environment for discussions."
"Listens to all concerns with focused attention and respect."
"Answers questions thoroughly without making the conversation feel rushed."
Awesome!
"Very good doctor; very nice clinic."
Questions patients ask
Does Dr. Christina take insurance, or is it a membership?
Dr. Christina offers an annual MDVIP membership.
How much does an MDVIP membership with Dr. Christina cost?
The annual MDVIP membership fee is $2,350 and covers the MDVIP Wellness Program. It can be paid semi-annually at $1,175 or quarterly at $587.50.
Is Dr. Christina board certified?
Dr. Christina is certified by the American Board of Palliative and Hospice Medicine.
Where did Dr. Christina train?
Dr. Christina completed her Doctor of Medicine at Tulane University Medical Center in New Orleans in 1990. She finished her internship and internal medicine residency at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center in 1993.
Can patients reach Dr. Christina after hours?
Patients can reach Dr. Christina by phone after hours and on weekends.
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