Christine Waasdorp Hurtado, MD

Professor, Pediatrics-Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Nutrition


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Medical School
  • MD, University of Vermont College of Medicine (2000)
Graduate School
  • MSc, University of Colorado Denver (2010)
Undergraduate School
  • BA, Middlebury College (VT) (1994)
Internship
  • National Capital Consortium (Walter Reed) Program (1998)
Residency
  • National Capital Consortium (Walter Reed) Program, Pediatrics (2000)
Fellowships
  • University of Colorado (University Hospital) Program, Pediatric Gastroenterology (2010)
Languages
English
Department
Pediatrics-Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Nutrition

Professional Titles

  • Associate Professor of Pediatrics
  • Souther Colorado Executive Faculty Director for Department of Pediatrics

Recognitions

  • Teri Li Education Award, NASPGHAN (2013)
    Award for education of Pediatric Gastroenterologists
  • Golden Stethoscope, University of Colorado School of Medicine (2019)
    For support of Foundations in Medicine
  • Colorado Springs Top Doc, Colorado Springs Style Magazine (2020)
    Identified as a top physician in Colorado Springs by my peers
  • Colorado Springs Top Doc, Colorado Springs Style Magazine (2019)
    Identified as a top physician in Colorado Springs by my peers
  • Colorado Springs Top Doc, Colorado Springs Style Magazine (2018)
    Identified as a top physician in Colorado Springs by my peers
  • Colorado Springs Top Doc, Colorado Springs Style Magazine (2021)
    Identified as a top physician in Colorado Springs by my peers
  • Top 10% in Patient Satisfaction, Children's Hospital Colorado (2022)
    Patient Satisfaction between 90-99.9%

Research Interests

My research interests are currently focused on maximizing the use of telehealth and improving medical education.

Publications

  • Narkewicz MR and Waasdorp-Hurtado C Metabolic liver Disease: Part 2 IN: Murray KF and Horslen S (eds), Diseases of the Liver in Children 185-214. Springer Science & Business Media, NYC, NY; 2014.
  • C Waasdorp Hurtado and B Li. Fellows Concise Review of Pediatric Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Nutrition. NASPGHAN, Ambler, PA; 2017
  • C Waasdorp Hurtado. Gastroschisis and Omphalocele. IN: Li B and Waasdorp Hurtado C (eds), Fellows Concise Review of Pediatric Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Nutrition. NASPGHAN, Ambler, PA; 2017.
  • C Waasdorp Hurtado. Normal Anatomy, Development, Physiology and Histology of Liver. IN: Li B and Waasdorp Hurtado C (eds), Fellows Concise Review of Pediatric Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Nutrition. NASPGHAN, Ambler, PA; 2017
  • C Waasdorp Hurtado and Maireade McSweeney. Ingestion and Trauma IN: C Waasdorp Hurtado and B Li(eds). Fellows Concise Review of Pediatric Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Nutrition. NASPGHAN, Ambler, PA; 2017
  • Shelley Rustagi and C Waasdorp Hurtado. Principles of Teaching and Learning IN: C Waasdorp Hurtado and B Li(eds). Fellows Concise Review of Pediatric Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Nutrition. NASPGHAN, Ambler, PA; 2017
  • Waasdorp Hurtado C, Sheiko MA, Gralla J, Kinder S, Kramer RE. Effects of Anesthesia on Pediatric pH Impedance. J Pediatr Gastroenterol Nutr. 2016 Aug;63(2):236-41. PubMed PMID: 26720769
  • Sheiko MA, Golden-Mason L, Giugliano S, Hurtado CW, Mack CL, Narkewicz MR, Rosen HR. CD4+ and CD8+ T Cell Activation in Children with Hepatitis C. J Pediatr. 2016 Mar;170:142-8.e1. doi: 10.1016/j.jpeds.2015.11.055.
  • 16. C Waasdorp Hurtado, J Fox, C Stickrath. Student Led Didactics. In MP Flanagan (Ed.), The regional medical campus: A resource for faculty staff and learners. Ocala, FL: Atlantic Publishing, 2018.
  • Callese T, Strowd R, Navarro B, Rosenberg I, Waasdorp Hurtado C, Tai J, Riddle JM, Cianciolo AT. Conversation Starter: Advancing the Theory of Peer-Assisted Learning. Teach Learn Med. 2019 Jan-Mar;31(1):7-16. PubMed PMID: 30663897
  • Feasability of Peer-Led Didactics in the Core Clinical Year on a Regional Medical Campus. Journal of the Regional Medical Campus. 2019
  • Waasdorp Hurtado C, Neigut D, Hoffenberg EJ, Geyer B, Marable J, Combest N, Yousuf S, Olson CA. Telehealth Coverage for a Pediatric Gastroenterology Consult Service at a Regional Hospital: An Accepted, Useful, and Sustainable Model of Care. J Pediatr. 2023 Feb 2;262:113341. doi: 10.1016/j.jpeds.2023.01.015. Epub ahead of print. PMID: 36736891.
  • Quinn L, Waasdorp Hurtado C. Treatment options for EoE widen with approval of biologic medication. AAP News. June 2023
  • Pediatrics on Call - Podcast on Eosinophilic Esophagitis
  • Waasdorp Hurtado C, Anderson L, Wolfe Schneider K, Loi M, DeKeyser H, Muther E, Vogeli J, Ziniel S, Reese J. Positive Impact of Peer Support - Building a Community to Support Wellbeing. NASPGHAN. San Diego 2023.
  • Waasdorp Hurtado C, Anderson L, Wolfe Schneider K, Loi M, DeKeyser H, Muther E, Vogeli J, Ziniel S, Reese J. Positive Impact of Peer Support - Building a Community to Support Wellbeing. ACPH. Palm Springs, CA 2023.
  • Waasdorp Hurtado C, Anderson L, Wolfe Schneider K, Loi M, DeKeyser H, Muther E, Vogeli J, Ziniel S, Reese J. Positive Impact of Peer Support - A Cornerstone for Building Community. 2023.
  • The Growth of Regional Children's Campuses and Academic Departments of Pediatrics Steiner, Michael J. et al. The Journal of Pediatrics, Volume 272, 114141

Professional Memberships

  • American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP), Member
  • National Association Pediatric Gastroenterologist, Hepatologists and Nutritionists, Member

Practice Locations

Children’s Colorado Outpatient Care at Briargate
4125 Briargate Pkwy
Colorado Springs, CO 80920
719-305-9000

Children's Hospital Colorado - Colorado Springs
4090 Briargate Pkwy
Colorado Springs, CO 80920
719-305-1234

Hospital Affiliation
  • Children's Hospital Colorado
  • University of Colorado Hospital

Specialty Information

Specialties
  • Pediatrics, Board Certification (2003)
  • Pediatric Gastroenterology, Board Certification (2011)
Conditions & Treatments
  • Digestive System - Gastroenterology (Stomach, Bowel, General GI Problems)
  • Digestive System - Therapeutic Endoscopy
  • Digestive System - Colonoscopy
  • Food, Nutrition and Metabolism - Nutrition
  • Food, Nutrition and Metabolism - Obesity
  • Symptoms and Manifestations - Abdominal Pain
  • Symptoms and Manifestations - Heartburn
  • Symptoms and Manifestations - Nausea and Vomiting
  • Digestive System
  • Food, Nutrition and Metabolism
  • Symptoms and Manifestations
Clinical Interests
My clinical interests are in general gastroenterology including gastroesophageal reflux, celiac disease, eosinophilic esophagitis, constipation, chronic abdominal pain and endoscopic evaluation.

Care Philosophy
I strive to provide wholistic care for my patients and their families. I believe in treating the whole person and work to understand the roles of nutrition and stress on health.

Personal Interests
In my spare time, I enjoy skiing, tennis and playing with my young children

Volunteer Activities
I support Pikes Peak Children's Museum in Colorado Springs, serving on their board of directors from 2011-2014. I am passionate about supporting the education of children and believe a children's museum would significantly contribute to our community.

Public Speaking
Yes