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Dr. Leif Christiansen, DO

Internal Medicine* Age 69
Dr. Leif Christiansen, DO
4.4 (14 Ratings)

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Dr. Leif Christiansen, DO is an Internist in Reading, PA.
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Dr. Leif Christiansen, DO

Internal Medicine* Age 69
Reading, PA
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40 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Dr. Leif Christiansen, DO is an Internist in Reading, PA.

About

Dr. Christiansen graduated from P.G. INSTITUTE AND KAKATIYA UNIVERSITY / NIZAM'S INSTITUTE OF MEDICAL SCIENCES. Dr. Leif Christiansen, DO is an Internist in Reading, PA and has 40 years experience. Dr. Christiansen currently practices at Practice and are affiliated with Reading Hospital and Penn State Health St. Joseph Medical Center. At present, Dr. Christiansen received an average rating of 4.4/5 from patients and has been reviewed 14 times. Dr. Christiansen's office is not accepting new patients. Dr. Christiansen also speaks Danish. Dr. Christiansen is board certified in Internal Medicine and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Smoking Cessation Counseling
Immunization Administration
Arterial Blood Gas Test (ABG)
Smoking Cessation Counseling
Immunization Administration
Arterial Blood Gas Test (ABG)
Smoking Cessation Counseling
Immunization Administration
Arterial Blood Gas Test (ABG)
Acute Bronchitis
Acute Lower Respiratory Infection
Acute Upper Respiratory Infection
All Headaches (incl. Migraine)
Constipation
Fever
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Foot Infection
Joint Pain
Limb Pain
Pharyngitis
Shortness of Breath
Tobacco Use Disorder
Urinary Incontinence
Urinary Tract Infection (UTI)
Care Coordination for Complex Conditions and Procedures
Electrocardiogram (EKG)
Fecal Occult Blood Test for Colorectal Cancer
Wellness Examination
Abdominal Pain
Abnormal Thyroid
Achilles Tendinitis
Acidosis
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Acne
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Actinic Keratosis
Acute Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)
Acute Kidney Infection
Acute Pharyngitis
Acute Sinusitis
Acute Venous Embolism Thrombosis
ADHD and-or ADD
Adhesive Capsulitis Shoulder
Administrative Physical
Adult Failure to Thrive
Alkalosis
Allergic Conjunctivitis
Allergic Rhinitis
Anemia
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Animal Allergies
Ankle Sprains and Strains
Anxiety
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Arthritis
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Asphyxia and Hypoxemia
Asthma
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Asymptomatic Post-Menopausal Status
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Atherosclerosis
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Back Pain
Balanitis
Balanoposthitis
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Benign Chronic Pain Syndrome
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Bronchiectasis
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Bruise of Face, Scalp, or Neck
Burn Injuries
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Calcium Metabolism Disorders
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Celiac Disease
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Chronic Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)
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Chronic Neck Pain
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Chronic Sinusitis
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Cold Sore
Common Cold
Confusion
Contact Dermatitis
COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease)
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Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)
Dehydration
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Diabetes Type 1
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Difficulty With Walking
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Dysentery
Dyslipidemia
Dysphagia
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Eczema and Contact Dermatitis
Emphysema
Enlarged Prostate (BPH)
Enteritis
Esophagitis
Essential Tremor
Excessive Sweating
Familial Hypercholesterolemia
Fibromyalgia
Folic Acid Deficiency
Folliculitis
Foot Sprain
Gait Abnormality
Ganglion Cyst
Gas-Bloat Syndrome
Gastritis
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
Gastroparesis
Gonorrhea Infections
Gout
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Hair Loss
Hammer Toe
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Heart Disease
Heart Palpitations
Heartburn
Hemorrhoids
Hernia
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Herpes Simplex Infection
Herpes Zoster Without Complication
Hip Sprain
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Hypercalcemia
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Hyperlipidemia
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Hypoglycemia
Hypogonadism
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Hypotension
Hypotension (Excluding Maternal)
Hypothyroidism
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Influenza (Flu)
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Intestinal Diverticulosis
Irritable Bowel Syndrome
Itchy Skin
Kidney Infection
Knee Sprain
Lactose Intolerance
Lateral and Medial Epicondylitis (Tennis and Golf Elbow)
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Lipid Disorders
Liver Damage from Alcohol
Low Back Pain
Magnesium Metabolism Disorders
Malaise and Fatigue
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Menopausal and Postmenopausal Disorders
Menstrual Disorders
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Mineral Metabolism Disorders
Mood Disorders (Dysthymia and Cyclothymia)
Muscle Cramping
Muscle Spasm
Muscle Weakness
Nail and Nail Bed Infection
Nail Infection
Nasopharyngitis
Nausea
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Neurogenic Bladder
Nighttime Urination (Nocturia)
Noninfectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
Nosebleed
Obesity
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Onychomycosis
Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis of Foot
Osteoarthritis of Hand
Osteoarthritis of Hand or Wrist
Osteoarthritis of Hip
Osteoarthritis of Hip and Thigh
Osteoarthritis of Knee
Osteoarthritis of Shoulder
Osteoarthritis of Spine
Osteopenia
Osteoporosis
Otitis Media
Outer Ear Infection
Overactive Bladder
Overweight
Painful Urination (Dysuria)
Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS)
Peptic Ulcer
Pericardial Disease
Perimenopause
Peripheral Autonomic Neuropathy
Peripheral Nerve Disorders
Phosphorus Metabolism Disorders
Pinkeye (Conjunctivitis)
Plantar Fasciitis
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Polymyalgia Rheumatica (PMR)
Polyneuropathy
Polyuria
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Postnasal Drip
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Radiculopathy
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Raynaud's Disease
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Secondary Diabetes Mellitus
Secondary Hypertension
Secondary Renovascular Hypertension
Sexually Transmitted Diseases (STDs)
Shingles
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Shoulder Tendinitis and Tenosynovitis
Sickle Cell Disease
Sinus Bradycardia
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Sinusitis
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Sleep Apnea
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Speech, Language and Learning Disorders
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Tobacco Withdrawal
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Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA)
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Chronic Care Management
Diabetes Counseling
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Locations

  1. 1 Office
    2234 Perkiomen Ave, Reading, PA 19606
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (610) 370-2511
  2. 2 Penn State Health St. Joseph
    2500 Bernville Rd, Reading, PA 19605
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (610) 378-2000
  3. 3 Leader NSG Rehab Sinking Springs
    3000 Windmill Rd, Reading, PA 19608
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (484) 269-7358
  4. 4 Integrated Medical Group P C.
    82 Tunnel Rd, Pottsville, PA 17901
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (570) 622-5455

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4.4
Based on 14 Reviews
5 Stars (11)
4 Stars (1)
3 Stars (0)
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1 Star (2)

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Sep 15, 2023
I have been a patient for over 8 years and gave always received comprehensive and high quality care consistently . Spends a lot of time with patients during office visits and provides programs and assistance in addressing better patient outcomes . skilled professional who listens to patients . very accessible and addressed my healthcare problems 23/7 . i highly recommend him without any reservations . Bryan Lett
— Sep 15, 2023
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Languages Spoken
Danish
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Specialties*
Internal Medicine
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Education

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  • P.G. INSTITUTE AND KAKATIYA UNIVERSITY / NIZAM'S INSTITUTE OF MEDICAL SCIENCES
    1984
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  • Internal Medicine
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Leif Christiansen, DO. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Christiansen's profile.

Dr. Leif Christiansen, DO is affiliated with Reading Hospital and Penn State Health St. Joseph Medical Center.

Yes, Dr. Leif Christiansen, DO holds board certification in Internal Medicine.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Reading Hospital

    420 S 5th Ave, Reading, PA

  • Penn State Health St. Joseph Medical Center

    2500 Bernville Rd, Reading, PA