About
Dr. Christina Merritt is a board-certified pediatrician with 15 years of clinical experience. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Biology from Texas A&M University before attending medical school at the University of Texas Health Science Center in San Antonio. There, she discovered her passion for pediatrics and stayed to complete her residency training in the same program. She holds certification from the American Board of Pediatrics and serves as a Fellow of the American Academy of Pediatrics. She also maintains active membership in the San Antonio Pediatric Society.
Dr. Merritt grew up in Katy, Texas, a suburb of Houston. She knew she wanted to pursue medicine from the age of eight, after a teacher introduced her to the science behind how the human body works. Her clinical interests include ADHD, mental and behavioral health, allergies, asthma, newborn care, and chronic disease management. She approaches each child as an individual and tailors her care accordingly. She strongly supports vaccination and follows AAP guidelines in her practice. Outside medicine, she enjoys tennis and pickleball.
Education & Training
Undergraduate
Texas A&M University, B.S. Biology
Medical School
University of Texas Health Science Center in San Antonio
Residency
Pediatrics, University of Texas Health Science Center in San Antonio
Certifications
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Merritt right for?
Dr. Merritt is a strong fit for families seeking a consistent, one-on-one relationship with a pediatrician from newborn through the teenage years. Children managing ADHD, asthma, allergies, or chronic conditions benefit from her focused clinical approach. She also serves patients aged 11 and older who need mental and behavioral health support. Parents who want direct access to their child's doctor after hours will find her communication style and availability particularly valuable.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Merritt cares for patients from newborns through teenagers. She covers the full spectrum of pediatric primary care, from early newborn visits through adolescence. Families can stay with her practice as their children grow.
Yes, Dr. Merritt holds board certification from the American Board of Pediatrics. She also serves as a Fellow of the American Academy of Pediatrics. She completed both her medical school and residency training at the University of Texas Health Science Center in San Antonio.
Dr. Merritt treats a wide range of pediatric conditions, including ADHD, asthma, allergies, diabetes, strep throat, ear infections, and urinary tract infections. She also manages mental and behavioral health conditions such as anxiety, depression, OCD, and autism spectrum disorder in children aged 11 and older. She offers medication management for many of these conditions.
Dr. Merritt makes herself available after hours by phone and through a HIPAA-compliant secure messaging app. Parents can send photos and videos of their child's symptoms directly to her. This allows her to assess situations and respond quickly without requiring an office visit.
Yes, Dr. Merritt provides mental and behavioral health services for children beginning at age 11. She treats conditions including anxiety, depression, ADHD, bipolar disorder, OCD, PTSD, autism spectrum disorder, eating disorders, and substance use disorder. She also manages medications related to these diagnoses.
Dr. Merritt strongly supports childhood vaccination and follows the American Academy of Pediatrics vaccine guidelines. She administers vaccines in-office, billing through a third-party vendor rather than through the membership fee. Her AAP fellowship reflects her commitment to evidence-based pediatric care.
Yes, Dr. Merritt offers allergy testing and treatment at Merritt Pediatrics. She performs skin prick testing, patch testing, and spirometry to assess allergies and asthma. These services help her build targeted treatment plans for children with respiratory or environmental sensitivities.
Dr. Merritt earned her undergraduate degree in biology from Texas A&M University. She then attended medical school at the University of Texas Health Science Center in San Antonio, where she also completed her pediatrics residency. She has practiced medicine for 15 years since completing her training.
Doctor profile last updated April 17, 2026