Summary

**Dr. Christine Teal**

Dr. Christine Teal is a board-certified surgeon who specializes in surgery with extensive expertise developed over 34 years of practice. She earned her medical degree from the prestigious Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania and completed her residency training at New York Presbyterian Hospital Program, including affiliations with New York-Presbyterian Hospital and Weill Cornell Medical College Affiliated Hospitals. Dr. Teal holds certification in surgery from the American Board of Surgery and provides care in English.

Dr. Teal practices at The George Washington University Hospital and sees patients in Washington, DC. She focuses on treating breast cancer, including complex cases involving metastatic or recurrent breast cancer and Paget disease of the breast. Her procedural expertise includes performing scintimammography and interpreting mammograms for diagnostic purposes. Patients have given Dr. Teal an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars, reflecting their confidence in her surgical care and expertise.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.2
  • 34 years of experience
  • 21 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • New York Presbyterian Hospital Program
  • 4 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 4 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Female

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Location

GW Breast Surgery - West End: 2300 M Street

2300 M St NW # 8Washington, DC 20037

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Washington , DCFairfax , VABethesda , MDWashington , DC
Med School: Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania Med School: Eastern Virginia Medical School Med School: Uniformed Services Univ Of The Health Sciences F E Hebert Schl Of Medicine Med School: Medical College Of Wisconsin
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Christine Teal

  • Aetna
  • AmeriHealth
  • AmeriHealth - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Kansas City
  • Blue Shield of California
  • CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield - HMO
  • CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield - PPO
  • Cigna
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Mutual of Omaha
  • Riverside Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • UnitedHealthcare - POS
  • UnitedHealthcare - PPO

Medical Specialties

Christine Teal has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Christine Teal has the following 4 areas of expertise

  • Breast Cancer
  • Laparoscopic Surgery (Laparoscopy)
  • Metastatic Breast Cancer
  • Sentinel Lymph Node Biopsy

Certifications, License, & Education

34 Years Experience

Christine Teal holds an active medical license in the state of District Of Columbia. They are board certified in Surgery by the American Board of Surgery.

Board Certifications

Board certified in Surgery by the American Board of Surgery.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of District Of Columbia that expires in 2026.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at New York Presbyterian Hospital Program, New York-Presbyterian Hospital, and Weill Cornell Medical College Affiliated Hospitals.

Medical School

Graduated from Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania in 1992 and Perelman School of Medicine University of Pennsylvania in 1992.

NPI Number

Christine Teal's NPI number is 1346250131.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Christine Teal's office located?
Christine Teal's office is located at 2300 M St NW # 8, Washington, DC, 20037.
What languages does Christine Teal speak?
Christine Teal speaks English.
Which hospitals is Christine Teal affiliated with?
Christine Teal is affiliated with The George Washington University Hospital.
Does Christine Teal accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Christine Teal accepts on their Vitals profile.
How can I make an appointment with Christine Teal?
You can find contact information for Christine Teal here on Vitals.

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