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Summary
Dr. Cristina Padilla is an internal medicine physician who specializes in rheumatology, focusing on conditions that affect the joints, muscles, and immune system. She earned her medical degree from the University of Texas Southwestern Medical School and brings a decade of clinical experience to her practice. Her dual expertise allows her to provide comprehensive care for patients with complex autoimmune and musculoskeletal conditions.
Dr. Padilla practices at multiple UPMC locations throughout Pittsburgh, including UPMC Presbyterian, UPMC Magee Women's Hospital, and the UPMC Arthritis and Autoimmunity Center. She treats patients experiencing joint pain and knee discomfort, as well as those with Achilles tendon problems. Her approach to care includes coordinating physical therapy and strength training programs to help patients improve mobility and function.
Dr. Padilla practices at multiple UPMC locations throughout Pittsburgh, including UPMC Presbyterian, UPMC Magee Women's Hospital, and the UPMC Arthritis and Autoimmunity Center. She treats patients experiencing joint pain and knee discomfort, as well as those with Achilles tendon problems. Her approach to care includes coordinating physical therapy and strength training programs to help patients improve mobility and function.
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Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 10 years of experience
- University Of Texas Southwestern Medical School
- 2 specialties
- 1 area of expertise
- 7 office locations
- Female
Office Locations
Dr. Cristina Marie Padilla has 7 locationsSelect Specialty Hospital Pittsburgh Upmc
200 Lothrop St Fl 8Pittsburgh, PA 15213 Tel: (412) 586-9819
Upmc Arthritis And Autoimmunity Center
3601 5th Ave Ste 2BPittsburgh, PA 15213 Tel: (412) 647-6700
Mon8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Tue8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Wed8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Thu8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Fri8:00 am - 4:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
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| Internal Medicine | Internal Medicine | Internal Medicine | Internal Medicine |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | |
| 10 Years of Experience | 23 Years of Experience | 31 Years of Experience | |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | Virtual Visit Available | Virtual Visit Available |
| Speaks English | Speaks English | ||
| Pittsburgh , PA | Pittsburgh , PA | Elizabethtown , PA | Du Bois , PA |
| Med School: University Of Texas Southwestern Medical School | Med School: Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine | Med School: Ohio University College Of Osteopathic Medicine | |
Current Profile | View Profile | View Profile | View Profile |
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Medical Specialties
Dr. Cristina Marie Padilla has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Cristina Marie Padilla has the following area of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
10 Years Experience
MEDICAL LICENSE
Medical Doctor, Pennsylvania, 2026, Active
EDUCATION & TRAINING
Medical School
University Of Texas Southwestern Medical SchoolGraduated in 2016
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