Dr. Christine J. Leehealey, MD | Irvine, CA | Rheumatology

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Dr. Christine Leehealey is a rheumatologist with 26 years of experience treating conditions affecting the joints, muscles, and immune system. She earned her medical degree from New York Medical College and completed her residency at UCI Medical Center. Dr. Leehealey is fluent in both Spanish and English.

Dr. Leehealey practices at Hoag Hospital Newport Beach and sees patients in Irvine, California. She specializes in treating rheumatoid arthritis, joint pain, and systemic lupus erythematosus. Her practice includes comprehensive blood work evaluation and coordinating physical therapy for her patients. Patients rate Dr. Leehealey 4.6 out of 5 stars on average.

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accepting new patients
4.6

47 Ratings
26 years of experience
speaks Spanish, English
Uci Medical Center
22 written reviews
1 specialty
8 areas of expertise
1 board certification
1 hospital affiliation
1 office location
Female

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My experience with Dr. Leehealy always productive & Satisfactory. She is very knowledgeable, attentive & Kind. I Highly recommend this Doctor .

July 28th, 2022

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Dr. Leehealey is warm, friendly and professional. She listens intensely and conducts a sincere conversation. I highly recommend her.

September 21st, 2020

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Very good experience. Dr. Leehealey was thorough and unrushed as she went trhrough a new patient interview.

August 9th, 2017

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This doctor is very knowledgeable and up to date in her specialty. She is very attentive and listens to your input. I would highly recommend this doctor to other friends and family.

September 1st, 2016

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The most concerned and dedicated Dr. I have had the pleasure of experiencing.

August 14th, 2016

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The best specialist Dr. I have ever had. I have had fibromyalgia for over 20 yrs but almost overnight became imobile from chronic osteoarthritis which had been just under my pain threshold for many years. I have allergic reactions to several meds & she works with me so tirelessly. She works WITH you & not ON you. Staff great too.

July 1st, 2016

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My first visit with Dr. Leehealey appeared to be positive. However, after that I felt she wasn't sure what I was going through. I was diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis. When complaining of other pain she would say that something else was going on but never had me tested for it. I started to feel unsure about her. Blood work lab tests were never received, utilizing the website portal was not successful. I complaint to her and her assistant about it, lot of times. The website always said it was "pending." Felt she didn't want to be disturb with questions until my doctor appointed with her. She could be rude and cold at times. She is knowable but book smarts. I'm 63 years old. Having RA has been a hardship in my life. If anything, seniors should not be treated this way. Do not recommend Dr. Leehealey.

November 10th, 2015

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Patient website is very educational, efficient, helpful.....awesome!

September 23rd, 2015

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Very professional, compassionate, knowledgeable, and expert rheumatologist.

March 10th, 2015

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Amazing physician. She was at her best when I was at my worst. Highly recommended.

January 22nd, 2015

Leehealey Christine Office

4950 Barranca Pkwy Ste 205BIrvine, CA 92604

Tel: (949) 654-3763

Mon9:00 am - 5:00 pm

Tue9:00 am - 5:00 pm

Wed9:00 am - 5:00 pm

Thu9:00 am - 5:00 pm

Fri9:00 am - 2:00 pm

SatClosed

SunClosed


Dr. Christine Joselin Leehealey, MD	Dr. Dipti Doshi, MD	Jeannie Marie Johnson	Alexander Orlando Richard Urzua
Rheumatology	Rheumatology	Nurse Practitioner	Addiction Medicine
Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients
4.6 (47 Ratings)	4.8 (111 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)
26 Years of Experience	35 Years of Experience		67 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks Spanish, English	Speaks Spanish, English	Speaks English
Irvine , CA	Cerritos , CA	Long Beach , CA	PEMBROKE PINES , FL
Med School: New York Medical College	Med School: Rural Medical College Of Pravara Medical Trust		Med School: University Central Del Caribe School Of Medicine
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Rheumatology

Gout
Hip Osteoarthritis
Knee Osteoarthritis
Lupus
Osteoarthritis
Rheumatic Diseases
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Tendinitis

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, California, 2025, Expired

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Uci Medical Center

Medical School

New York Medical CollegeGraduated in 2000

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