Dr. Christina Bergqvist

Associate Professor

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Biography

Christina Bergqvist, MD, is a pediatric neurologist at Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, where she serves as the medical director of the Dietary Treatment Program. Her areas of expertise center around alternative treatments for intractable epilepsy, particularly focusing on the ketogenic diet. Dr. Bergqvist completed her medical degree at Temple University School of Medicine and underwent her residency in Child Neurology at Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, followed by a fellowship in Clinical Neurophysiology, EEG, and Epilepsy. She has contributed significantly to the field of pediatric epilepsy and has been recognized for her work, receiving honors such as the Mentor Award from Claremont Graduate University and being listed as a 'Top Doctor' by Philadelphia Magazine multiple times. Throughout her career, Dr. Bergqvist has participated in numerous professional organizations including the American Epilepsy Society and the American Academy of Pediatrics. She has published extensively on the topic of ketogenic diets and their impact on child health, synthesizing her extensive clinical experience into educational materials for families and professionals alike.

Research Interests

Experience

Attending Physician

2010-01-01 — Present

Children's Hospital of Philadelphia • Philadelphia, PA

Pediatric neurologist focusing on the Dietary Treatment Program for intractable epilepsy.

Associate Professor

2010-01-01 — Present

Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania • Philadelphia, PA

Teaching and mentoring medical students in the field of Pediatric Neurology.

Awards

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Fellow

2018-01-01
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Top Doctors Philly

2013-01-01

Requirements for University of Pennsylvania

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.6
GRE General
Verbal
Required:162
Quantitative
Required:162
Overall
Required:162
GMAT
Total Score
Required:728
Overall
Required:728
TOEFL
Total
Required:115
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree or equivalent Strong quantitative background
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