Christina J. Valentine, MD, MS, RDN, FAAP

Interim Division Chief, Neonatology
Professor, Pediatrics – Clinical Scholar Track
Director, Perinatal Nutrition Research Program
Christina Valentine, FACEP, MD, MS
valentine2@arizona.edu

Dr. Valentine has more than 20 years of clinical experience in the NICU and has active nutrition research projects. Her focus is driving the Banner strategy of One Team with People and Culture and Excellence in clinical care and research.

Degree(s)

  • MD: Baylor College of Medicine
Residency
Baylor College of Medicine / Texas Children’s
Fellowship
Nationwide Children’s Hospital / The Ohio State University
Board Certifications
American Board of Pediatrics
American Board of Pediatrics – Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine
Research Interests

dietary strategies to disrupt malnutrition, impact immune biology, and resultant improvements in maternal and infant outcomes