Dr. Christopher Finnila MD
Internist
1701 Sunset Blvd Houston TX, 77005About
Dr. Christopher Finnila is a board certified internist practicing in Houston, TX. Dr. Finnila specializes in the medical treatment of adults. Internists can act as a primary physician or a consultant to a primary physician. He manages both common and rare diseases, either onset of new illnesses or on-going chronic diseases related to blood pressure, cholesterol, diabetes, etc. Dr. Finnila provides comprehensive care and manages treatment with surgeons as well. Internists establish long-term relationships with their patients and incorporate disease prevention and mental health care into their practice.
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
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Awards
- Fellow, American College of Physicians, 2007 American College of Physicians, 2007
- Board of Directors, Texas Chapter of American College of Physicians, 2005-2008
- Board of Directors Texas Chapter of American College of Physicians, 2005-2008
- Fellow American College of Physicians, 2007
Treatments
- General internal medicine
- Hypertension
- Preventative Care
- Diabetes Care
- Cholesterol Management
- Fitness Assessment (VO2-max)
- Preventative and Diagnostic Services
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