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Christine Clavell, MD

Christine Clavell, MD

Primary Specialty: Ophthalmology

Years With Optum: 3

Average Star Rating:

(487 patient ratings)


Education: Undergrad School: Bachelor of Science, Biomedical Science, City College of New York, New York, NY Medical School: Doctor of Medicine, State University of New York Downstate College of Medicine – Brooklyn, NY Internships: Internal Medicine, New York University - Winthrop Hospital, Mineola, NY Residency: Ophthalmology, Rutgers-New Jersey Medical School, Newark, NJ Fellowships: Medical Retina & Molecular Ophthalmology, University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics, Iowa City, IA Special Interests: Diabetic eye disease, macular degeneration, uveitis, macular telangiectasia, and inherited eye disease Previous Employment: Medical Retina & Molecular Ophthalmology, University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics, Iowa City, IA Languages: English, Spanish, basic Hindi/Urdu Certifications: Diplomat of the American Board of Ophthalmology Organization(s): American Society of Retina Specialists American Academy of Ophthalmology New Mexico Academy of Ophthalmology American Medical Association About: Dr. Christine Clavell is a board certified Ophthalmologist who specializes in diseases of the retina and vitreous. Dr. Clavell is originally from New York City. Following high school, she gained admission to a competitive combined B.S. / M.D. program called the Sophie Davis School of Biomedical Education. Through this program, Dr. Clavell earned her Bachelor of Science degree in Biomedicine from the City College of New York, and her Medical degree from the State University of New York Downstate College of Medicine. She graduated from Downstate College of Medicine at the top of her class, with Summa Cum Laude honors, and she received numerous awards for her academic achievements, including induction into the Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Medical Society. Dr. Clavell completed a preliminary year in Internal Medicine at New York University-Winthrop Hospital in Mineola, New York. She subsequently went on to complete her Ophthalmology residency training at Rutgers-New Jersey Medical School (formerly the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey). Thereafter, she went on to complete a sub-specialty fellowship in Medical Retina & Molecular Ophthalmology at the prestigious Ophthalmology Department at the University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics. Dr. Clavell has been with DaVita Medical Group since October 2017. As a passionate doctor, she is actively engaged in educating future doctors and holds the title of Clinical Assistant Professor at Burrell College of Osteopathic Medicine. She speaks fluent Spanish, and currently lives in Albuquerque with her husband and three sons. They enjoy outdoor activities such as hiking, skiing, and swimming. Hobbies: Traveling, cooking, learning languages, crocheting, interior design, DIY projects and spending time with my family.

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Jul 09, 2020
everything went very well.
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Jun 25, 2020
Dr. Clavell did a thorough check for any new tears or problems with my retinas.
- Verified Patient
Jun 25, 2020
doctor excellent in explaining problems or improvements.
- Verified Patient
Jun 24, 2020
I'm impressed with *Dr. Clavell's ability to administer the intravitneal injections for my AMD. Nice lady! Very professional and kind.
- Verified Patient
Jun 19, 2020
I try not to recommend anything or anybody. That's simply one of my immutable eccentricities.
- Verified Patient

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