Hi! I'm Dr. Christina! 

I am an Optometrist and Functional Medicine Health Consultant and Coach.

My path into healthcare began with a deep curiosity about the connection between the brain, the body, and vision. I earned my Bachelor of Science in Neuroscience with a minor in Biology from Ursinus College, followed by my Doctor of Optometry degree from the Pennsylvania College of Optometry at Salus University.

My interest in eye care is personal. When I was in sixth grade, my mom suddenly began losing her eyesight. Despite seeing some of the top specialists, answers were limited. Watching her adapt and continue living fully with a visual impairment inspired me to understand the eye, the brain, and how to preserve vision for the long term.

While training as an optometrist, I also developed a strong passion for nutrition, fitness, and preventive health. This led me to CrossFit, where I later became a Certified CrossFit Level 1 Trainer (CF-L1) and earned a Precision Nutrition Level 1 certification (PN-L1). Coaching both movement and nutrition deepened my belief that lifestyle is one of the most powerful tools we have for long-term health.

As I began practicing, I noticed a pattern: patients with the healthiest eyes often shared similar lifestyles — regular movement, nutrient-dense diets, quality sleep, and effective stress management. Conversely, many chronic eye conditions were closely tied to systemic health issues. I realized that truly helping people required looking beyond the eyes alone.

This insight led me to pursue advanced training in Functional Medicine, a root-cause approach focused on understanding why symptoms occur rather than simply managing them. I have completed coursework through the Institute for Functional Medicine (IFM) and am a Restorative Health Practitioner (RHP) through the Institute of Restorative Health. I have also completed Level 1 training and am currently advancing through Level 2 with the Gut Honest Truth Academy, with a focus on gut-centered root-cause healing. In addition, I participate in the High Performance Mentorship for functional practitioners as part of my ongoing advanced clinical training and continuing education.

Through ongoing continuing education and mentorship, I stay at the forefront of evidence-based functional and lifestyle medicine.

Today, my work focuses on helping individuals uncover and address the underlying drivers of their symptoms whether related to eye health, skin issues, gut concerns, fatigue, autoimmune patterns, metabolic dysfunction, or overall wellness. Rather than offering temporary fixes, my goal is to empower you with the knowledge, tools, and personalized guidance needed to support true healing and long-term health.