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Christina Sternesky, NP

Christina Sternesky, NP

Optum Provider

Specialty

Family Nurse Practitioner

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English

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154 reviews

    • Reviewed on Aug 30, 2026
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    Great experience, kind and attentive.

    • Reviewed on Aug 14, 2026
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    Her bubbling personality is a delight… she moves so fast, it would be more comfortable if she would take more time during the visit.

    • Reviewed on Aug 10, 2026
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    She is compassionate, super smart, efficient an all around excellent provider.

    • Reviewed on Aug 6, 2026
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    Christina is fantastic. She’s very professional very upbeat and always talks to you. Very nicely works with you in anyway she needs to to get you the health you need so top marks.

    • Reviewed on Aug 5, 2026
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    Friendly, knowledgeable and caring about my needs.

    • Reviewed on Aug 4, 2026
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    friendly, upbeat, professional

    • Reviewed on Jul 31, 2026
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    She’s wonderful. Compassionate, knowledgeable and a great communicator.

    • Reviewed on Jul 30, 2026
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    Extremely compassionate and professional Every issue is completely directed

    • Reviewed on Jul 30, 2026
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    Professional knowledgeable competent

    • Reviewed on Jul 23, 2026
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    I feel comfortable & confident with Christina.

    • Reviewed on Jul 23, 2026
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    Friendly, upbeat, professional and knowledgeable. Provides clear communication, confirms understanding and appears to really care about your issues.

    • Reviewed on Jul 23, 2026
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    As I have said before Christina (I mistakenly typed Kristi) i extremely knowledgeable and I feel confidence in her examinations and recommendations as to my health care.

    • Reviewed on Jul 22, 2026
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    She is a very warm, engaged and professional person.

    • Reviewed on Jul 22, 2026
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    She is absolutely awesome! I trust my career in her complely

    • Reviewed on Jul 16, 2026
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    She’s great, always explains things, answers questions. Sometimes talks very quickly but always willing to clarify. I really like her, plan to stay with her!

    • Reviewed on Jul 16, 2026
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    She’s caring and efficient with good follow through

    • Reviewed on Jul 13, 2026
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    As I said before, she is cheerful, through, efficient, and professional.

    • Reviewed on Jul 10, 2026
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    Very knowledgeable and helpful. Listened to me and asked for my thoughts.

    • Reviewed on Jul 9, 2026
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    Christiana never turns me down, listens to all of my concerns, and cares for my well being

    • Reviewed on Jul 2, 2026
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    She is the most compassionate, caring individual I've ever had the pleasure od working with. She LISTENS!!!

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  • About Christina Sternesky, NP

    Christina E. Sternesky, APRN, FNPC, is a family nurse practitioner. With over 20 years of experience in nursing, Christina has held diverse roles in emergency care, ICU, flight nursing, and clinical education. She earned her BSN from the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga and her Masters in Family Practice Nursing from Walden University.

    Philosophy of care

    Her philosophy of care is grounded in communication, safety, and trust. Christina believes these principles are essential for building strong, lasting relationships with patients. She emphasizes evidencebased practice, patient education, and compassionate care, aiming to create a supportive environment where patients feel heard and valued.

    Gender

    Female

    Board certifications

    Nurse Practitioners Certification Board

    Licenses

    AZ, 292628

    Network Name

    OptumCare Network of Arizona

    NPI

    1982283743