About
Dr. Christina Nelson brings over two decades of clinical experience to her practice in Liberty, Missouri. She earned her Bachelor of Arts from Washington University in St. Louis, her Doctor of Medicine from the University of Missouri-Columbia, and her Master of Science from Harvard School of Public Health. Before returning to Missouri to raise her family, she held teaching faculty positions at Boston University and Harvard Medical Schools.
Dr. Nelson holds board certifications in Family Medicine, Integrative and Holistic Medicine, and Aesthetic Medicine. She spent ten years as Medical Director at the Spa at Briarcliff, deepening her expertise in aesthetic procedures. Her clinical focus spans family medicine, functional and holistic medicine, preventive care, medical weight loss, and aesthetic treatments including neurotoxin injections, dermal fillers, and medical-grade chemical peels. She approaches each patient with a proactive philosophy, working to identify health concerns early and tailor care to the individual.
Education & Training
Undergraduate
Washington University in St. Louis, Bachelor of Arts
Medical School
University of Missouri-Columbia, Doctor of Medicine
Additional Training
Harvard School of Public Health, Master of Science
Certifications
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Nelson right for?
Dr. Nelson is a strong fit for adults seeking a physician who handles both primary care and aesthetic concerns in one practice. Patients managing chronic conditions such as hypertension, high cholesterol, or elevated blood sugar benefit from her proactive, preventive approach. She also serves patients working toward sustainable weight loss with medical support including Semaglutide or Tirzepatide. Those interested in skin treatments for acne, hyperpigmentation, melasma, or rosacea will find her aesthetic expertise a natural complement to their primary care.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Nelson treats a broad range of conditions across primary care and aesthetic medicine. On the primary care side, she manages hypertension, high cholesterol, high blood sugar, and obesity. Her aesthetic practice addresses acne, acne scarring, hyperpigmentation, melasma, rosacea, TMJ, and hyperhidrosis.
Yes. Dr. Nelson holds board certifications in Family Medicine, Integrative and Holistic Medicine, and Aesthetic Medicine. She earned her medical degree from the University of Missouri-Columbia and her Master of Science from Harvard School of Public Health.
Dr. Nelson takes a proactive, integrative approach to primary care. She combines family medicine with functional and holistic medicine principles. Her goal is to identify and address health concerns early, before they require more intensive intervention.
Yes. Dr. Nelson performs neurotoxin injections, dermal fillers, and medical-grade chemical peels at the same practice. Primary care patients receive 20 percent off all aesthetic services.
Dr. Nelson prescribes Semaglutide and Tirzepatide as part of her supervised medical weight loss program. She pairs medication with monthly counseling on nutrition, exercise, and lifestyle changes.
Dr. Nelson trained at Washington University in St. Louis, the University of Missouri-Columbia, and Harvard School of Public Health. She previously held teaching faculty positions at both Boston University and Harvard Medical Schools before returning to Missouri.
Dr. Nelson uses prescription-strength medical-grade chemical peels to treat melasma, rosacea, acne, acne scarring, and hyperpigmentation. She recommends a series of four peels for optimal results. Each session runs approximately 30 minutes.
Dr. Nelson administers neurotoxin treatments using Botox and Jeuveau, as well as hyaluronic acid dermal fillers. Neurotoxins address wrinkles, facial reshaping, TMJ symptoms, and hyperhidrosis. Fillers restore volume and stimulate collagen and elastin production.
Doctor profile last updated March 22, 2026