Christina Valencia Sanchez, MD, PhD

Dr. Christina Valencia Sanchez is a neurologist who specializes in autoimmune neurological conditions. She earned her MD and PhD from Universidad Autonoma de Madrid before completing extensive training at Mayo Clinic College of Medicine, including multiple residencies and fellowships through 2021. With 19 years of experience in neurology, Dr. Sanchez has developed particular expertise in complex autoimmune disorders affecting the brain and nervous system. She speaks English fluently.

Based in Phoenix, Arizona, Dr. Sanchez focuses her practice on treating patients with autoimmune encephalopathy and autoimmune epilepsy. She also provides care for individuals living with multiple sclerosis. Her specialized training allows her to manage complex conditions like autoimmune encephalitis and neuromyelitis optica spectrum disorders, offering patients comprehensive neurological care for these challenging autoimmune conditions.