About
Dr. Christos Christolias is a board-certified internal medicine physician practicing at Leaf Medical's DUMBO location. He graduated with honors in Biological Sciences, with a minor in Psychology, from Rutgers University-Rutgers College. He went on to earn his medical degree from Albert Einstein College of Medicine and completed his Internal Medicine residency at Maimonides Medical Center in Brooklyn, New York.
Dr. Christolias builds long-term relationships with his patients through clear communication and an empathetic, approachable style. He believes in meeting patients where they are and working collaboratively toward their health goals. His clinical focus spans hypertension, high cholesterol, diabetes, and preventive care. He serves as a Clinical Instructor of Medicine at Weill Cornell Medical College and holds an affiliation with New York-Presbyterian Hospital. His broader interests include chronic disease management, nutrition, weight management, mental health and psychology, and women's and men's health.
Education & Training
Undergraduate
Biological Sciences (minor Psychology), Rutgers University-Rutgers College (graduated with honors)
Medical School
Albert Einstein College of Medicine
Residency
Internal Medicine, Maimonides Medical Center, Brooklyn, NY
Additional Training
Clinical Instructor of Medicine, Weill Cornell Medical College
Certifications
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Christolias right for?
Dr. Christolias is a strong fit for adults seeking a long-term primary care relationship. Patients managing hypertension, high cholesterol, or diabetes benefit from his chronic disease focus. He works well with those who want a collaborative partner in preventive care and nutrition. His background in psychology informs a thoughtful approach to mental health and overall wellness.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Christolias treats hypertension, high cholesterol, and diabetes as core clinical focuses. He also handles preventive care, chronic disease management, nutrition, and weight management. His interests extend to mental health and both women's and men's health concerns.
Yes. Dr. Christolias holds board certification in Internal Medicine. He also serves as a Clinical Instructor of Medicine at Weill Cornell Medical College.
Dr. Christolias earned his medical degree from Albert Einstein College of Medicine. He completed his Internal Medicine residency at Maimonides Medical Center in Brooklyn, New York.
Dr. Christolias takes an empathetic, approachable style with his patients. He focuses on clear communication and meets patients where they are. He works collaboratively with each patient toward their individual health goals.
Yes. Dr. Christolias incorporates mental health and psychology into his primary care approach. His undergraduate minor in Psychology informs his understanding of the mind-body connection in patient wellness.
Dr. Christolias sees patients at Leaf Medical's DUMBO location. That flagship spans 4,000 square feet and includes an on-site laboratory and same-day appointment availability.
Doctor profile last updated March 21, 2026