Christina B.

Christina graduated cum laude from the University of California, Berkeley, with a BA in sociology and earned membership in Phi Beta Kappa, The National Society of Leadership and Success, and the Dean’s List. Her education at UC Berkeley refined her ability to understand human behavior, social dynamics, and health disparities—insights that now shape her compassionate approach to both patient care and mentorship.

At MGH IHP, Christina graduated with academic honors and was inducted into the Pi Alpha National Honor Society. She was also awarded a merit scholarship upon admission in recognition of her exceptional academic and professional achievements. As a graduate assistant and admissions ambassador, Christina led informational sessions for applicants, reviewed application strategies, and mentored students navigating the PA school admissions process. Her mentorship extended beyond academic advising; she provided candid, personalized guidance to help students gain confidence and find authenticity in their professional journeys.

In her current role as a nationally-certified family medicine physician assistant at Gold Direct Care, Christina delivers comprehensive primary care within a direct care model that emphasizes accessibility, prevention, and personalized medicine. Her clinical background spans family medicine, internal medicine, dermatology, psychiatry, surgery, and women’s health, and she has trained at world-class institutions including Massachusetts General Hospital, Brigham and Women’s Hospital, and UCLA Health. Her diverse clinical experience has prepared her to mentor students from a position of both technical expertise and real-world understanding.

As a counselor, Christina brings a holistic and individualized approach to mentorship. She draws on her experience as both a clinician and an admissions professional to help students identify their strengths, articulate their professional narratives, and confidently navigate the competitive PA school admissions process. Her guidance emphasizes authenticity, empathy, and resilience—values that have shaped her own path in healthcare and that she seeks to instill in every aspiring clinician she works with.

Christina’s passion for mentorship stems from the transformative support she received throughout her own educational and professional journey. She understands that applying to PA or medical programs can feel daunting, and she is devoted to providing the same individualized, empowering guidance that helped her succeed. She works with a select number of students each year, crafting tailored plans that highlight their unique strengths, deepen their professional narrative, and position them for success in a competitive admissions landscape.