Melissa Christie, CPNP-PC, MSN, RN

Instructor, Pediatrics-General Pediatrics


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Graduate Schools
  • MSN, University of Pennsylvania (2015)
  • BSN, University of Pennsylvania (2014)
Undergraduate School
  • BA, Eckerd College (FL) (2007)
Languages
English
Department
Pediatrics-General Pediatrics

Professional Titles

  • Pediatric Nurse Practitioner

Recognitions

  • Advanced Practice Provider Clinical Leader Expert, Center for Advanced Practice, Children's Hospital of Philadelphia (2020)
  • Advanced Practice Provider Research Fellowship Award, Center for Pediatric Nursing Research and Evidence-Based Practice, Children's Hospital of Philadelphia (2018)

Publications

  • Christie M, Froh EB. Parental Perceptions of Adolescent Connectedness and the Role of the Primary Care Provider. J Pediatr Health Care. 2021 Jan - Feb;35(1):23-31. PubMed PMID: 32948373
  • Christie M, Froh, EB, Kropp, CM. Adolescent connectedness during the COVID-19 pandemic. J Pediatr Health Care. 2024; 38(5): 781-782.

Professional Memberships

  • Sigma Theta Tau, Member
  • National Association of Pediatric Nurse Practitioners, Member

Practice Locations

Children's Hospital Colorado Special Care Clinic
13123 E 16th Ave
Aurora, CO 80045
720-777-6739

Hospital Affiliation
  • Children's Hospital Colorado

Specialty Information

Specialties
  • Certified Pediatric Nurse Practitioner - Primary Care (PNCB), Board Certification (2015)
Care Philosophy
I have a longstanding devotion to improving health outcomes for all children through evidence-based patient care, collaboration with members of the health care team, research, and connection with families. My approach is gentle and thorough, and it brings me great joy to partner with families to achieve the best possible outcomes. I love to learn about each patient’s life outside of the clinic because I believe that the health of each person grows within their home, school, and community environments. Inside the clinic, I love working with all members of the health care team to develop a comprehensive plan of care that works best for your family.

Personal Interests
Outside of work, you can find me hiking in the sunshine, running on a trail, snuggling up with a book, or baking in the kitchen.

Public Speaking
Yes
Adolescent connectedness, travel health in pediatric primary care