About
Dr. Christopher Celio, MD, earned his B.S. in Mathematics with a co-major in Biology from Creighton University in Omaha, graduating Summa Cum Laude in 1998. He went on to earn his Doctorate of Medicine from Creighton University School of Medicine in 2003. During his Family Medicine residency at Creighton, he served as both Chief Resident and House Staff President. He holds board certification from the American Board of Family Medicine and carries licenses in California and Nebraska.
Dr. Celio has practiced family and preventive medicine for nearly twenty years in Orange County. He grounds his clinical approach in five pillars of wellness: nutrition, activity, sleep, psychological well-being, and meaningful social relationships. He focuses on personalized action plans and proactive risk factor management for each patient. His community leadership includes serving as President of the Orange County Medical Association from 2021 to 2022 and as a Trustee on the Board at St. Jude Medical Center. Since 2015, he has served as Medical Director of Employer Wellness at Providence St. Joseph Health. Outside medicine, he enjoys baseball, soccer, basketball, the theater, the beach, and time with his wife and five children.
Education & Training
Undergraduate
Creighton University, B.S. Mathematics/Co-major Biology, 1998, Summa Cum Laude
Medical School
Creighton University School of Medicine, Doctorate of Medicine, 2003
Residency
Family Medicine, Creighton University, 2003-2005 (Chief Resident, House Staff President)
Additional Training
Internship, 2002-2003; Licensed in California and Nebraska
Certifications
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Celio right for?
Dr. Celio is a strong fit for adults seeking a proactive, relationship-driven approach to primary care. Patients managing chronic conditions benefit from his focus on personalized action plans and risk factor management. His five-pillar wellness framework appeals to patients who want to address nutrition, sleep, and lifestyle alongside medical treatment. Anyone who values direct physician access and guaranteed continuity of care will find his practice a good match.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Celio treats a wide range of conditions within family and preventive medicine. His focus includes chronic condition management, proactive risk factor reduction, and personalized wellness planning. He addresses issues related to nutrition, sleep, activity, and psychological well-being as part of every care plan.
Yes, Dr. Celio holds board certification from the American Board of Family Medicine. He earned his medical degree from Creighton University School of Medicine and completed his residency training there as well.
Dr. Celio completed both his undergraduate education and medical degree at Creighton University in Omaha. S. in Mathematics and Biology before earning his Doctorate of Medicine in 2003. He completed his Family Medicine residency at Creighton, where he served as Chief Resident and House Staff President.
Dr. Celio has practiced family and preventive medicine in Orange County for nearly twenty years. He completed his residency training between 2003 and 2005 and has built his career in the region since then.
Dr. Celio structures care around five pillars of wellness: nutrition, activity, sleep, psychological well-being, and meaningful social relationships. He develops personalized action plans for each patient and focuses on proactive risk factor management rather than reactive treatment.
Yes, Dr. Celio sees every patient personally at every visit. He does not use nurse practitioners or physician assistants for patient appointments. This ensures consistent, relationship-driven care.
Dr. Celio has held several leadership positions in the medical community. He served as President of the Orange County Medical Association from 2021 to 2022 and as a Trustee on the Board at St. Jude Medical Center. Since 2015, he has served as Medical Director of Employer Wellness at Providence St. Joseph Health.
Yes, Dr. Celio coordinates care for members who need medical support while traveling. He works directly with local hospitals, pharmacies, and physicians to help ensure patients receive appropriate care away from home.
Doctor profile last updated March 21, 2026