About
Dr. Christopher Gonzalez brings a whole-person philosophy to family medicine at Leaf Medical's Long Island City location. He studied Psychology as an undergraduate at Cornell University before earning his medical degree from New York College of Osteopathic Medicine. His residency training took place at Nassau University Medical Center in East Meadow, New York, where he was selected as Chief Resident in his final year. He trained alongside a diverse and underserved patient population and served as a clinical instructor to residents and medical students in outpatient community health centers.
Dr. Gonzalez holds board certification as a Diplomate of the American Osteopathic Board of Family Physicians in both Family Medicine and Osteopathic Manipulative Treatment. He serves as a Clinical Instructor of Medicine at Weill Cornell Medical College and holds an affiliation with New York Presbyterian Hospital. His clinical interests include osteopathic manipulative medicine, diabetes, hypertension, lipid disorders, exercise and nutrition, and stress management and mental health. A Queens native, he lives in Woodside with his wife Krystal, son Caleb, and rescue dog Jenga.
Education & Training
Undergraduate
Cornell University, BA in Psychology
Medical School
New York College of Osteopathic Medicine
Residency
Family Medicine, Nassau University Medical Center, East Meadow, NY (Chief Resident)
Certifications
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Gonzalez right for?
Dr. Gonzalez is a strong fit for adults and families seeking whole-person primary care. Patients managing diabetes, hypertension, or lipid disorders benefit from his chronic disease focus. He works well with patients interested in osteopathic manipulative treatment alongside conventional medicine. Those looking to improve their health through exercise, nutrition, and stress management will find a knowledgeable partner in Dr. Gonzalez.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Gonzalez treats a wide range of family medicine conditions. His clinical focus includes diabetes, hypertension, and lipid disorders. He also addresses stress management and mental health alongside conventional primary care concerns.
Yes, Dr. Gonzalez holds board certification in Osteopathic Manipulative Treatment through the American Osteopathic Board of Family Physicians. He integrates this hands-on technique with standard family medicine care. Patients seeking a whole-body approach to treatment are a natural fit for his practice.
Dr. Gonzalez earned his medical degree from New York College of Osteopathic Medicine. He completed his residency at Nassau University Medical Center in East Meadow, New York. The program selected him as Chief Resident during his final year of training.
Yes, Dr. Gonzalez is a Diplomate of the American Osteopathic Board of Family Physicians in both Family Medicine and Osteopathic Manipulative Treatment. He also holds board certification as a Family Medicine Physician.
Dr. Gonzalez sees patients at Leaf Medical's Long Island City location. He brings experience working with diverse and underserved communities. Patients in Queens and surrounding neighborhoods can book with him through the practice's patient portal or mobile app.
Yes, exercise and nutrition are among Dr. Gonzalez's core clinical interests. He takes a whole-person approach to health that incorporates lifestyle factors alongside medical treatment. Patients looking to make meaningful changes to their diet and activity level will find his guidance practical and grounded.
Yes, Dr. Gonzalez serves as a Clinical Instructor of Medicine at Weill Cornell Medical College. He has taught residents and medical students in outpatient community health settings throughout his career.
Doctor profile last updated March 21, 2026