About
Christina Peretz, MD earned her undergraduate degree at the University of California, Davis before completing a Master of Science in Nutrition Education at Teachers College, Columbia University. She then studied medicine in Israel at the Medical School for International Health, a Columbia University affiliate, and completed her residency at Oregon Health and Science University. During residency, she also completed the Andrew Weil Integrative Medicine Fellowship. Dr. Peretz holds dual board certification from the American Board of Family Physicians and the American Board of Integrative Holistic Medicine.
Dr. Peretz first joined WholeFamily MD in 2011 and returned after time away, bringing with her a deepened focus on chronic disease management. She is passionate about the intersection of conventional and lifestyle medicine, including nutrition, mind-body approaches, and spirituality. Her clinical focus includes autoimmune conditions, metabolic disorders, diabetes, and gastrointestinal problems. A personal history of severe psoriasis as a child shaped her treatment philosophy, and she developed a comprehensive three-part psoriasis approach centered on nutritional therapy, exercise and mindfulness, and sun and water therapy.
Education & Training
Undergraduate
University of California at Davis, Bachelor's degree
Medical School
Medical School for International Health (Columbia University affiliate), Israel
Residency
Oregon Health and Science University
Fellowship
Andrew Weil Integrative Medicine Fellowship
Additional Training
Master of Science in Nutrition Education, Teachers College, Columbia University
Certifications
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Peretz right for?
Dr. Peretz is a strong fit for patients navigating chronic conditions who want a doctor who looks beyond prescription management. Adults with autoimmune conditions, metabolic disorders, diabetes, or gastrointestinal problems benefit most from her integrative, lifestyle-informed approach. Patients who value nutrition and mind-body medicine as part of their treatment plan will connect well with her philosophy. She builds long-term relationships and brings exceptional depth to complex, multifaceted cases.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Peretz focuses on chronic disease management, with particular depth in autoimmune conditions, metabolic disorders including diabetes, gastrointestinal problems, and psoriasis. She takes an integrative approach that combines evidence-based primary care with nutrition and lifestyle medicine.
Yes. Dr. Peretz holds dual board certification from the American Board of Family Physicians and the American Board of Integrative Holistic Medicine.
Dr. Peretz completed the Andrew Weil Integrative Medicine Fellowship during her residency at Oregon Health and Science University. She also earned a Master of Science in Nutrition Education from Teachers College, Columbia University before medical school.
Dr. Peretz earned her medical degree from the Medical School for International Health, a Columbia University affiliate in Israel. She completed her residency at Oregon Health and Science University.
Yes. Dr. Peretz developed a comprehensive psoriasis treatment approach built around three elements: Nourish, which centers on nutritional therapy; Energize, which incorporates exercise, nature, and mindfulness; and Restore, which uses sun and water therapy. Her personal history with psoriasis as a child directly shaped this approach.
Dr. Peretz values the unique and complex background of each patient. She prioritizes building meaningful long-term relationships and takes time to explore health and treatment options without feeling rushed.
Nutrition plays a central role in Dr. Peretz's clinical work. Before medical school, she earned a Master of Science in Nutrition Education from Teachers College, Columbia University, and she integrates nutritional therapy into her treatment plans regularly.
Doctor profile last updated August 16, 2026