Christina Oleson, MD

Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation

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About Me

Joined MetroHealth: 2018
Academic Affiliations: Professor, Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine

I’m a rehabilitation physician at MetroHealth and Professor at Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine. I specialize in spinal cord injury medicine and care for people living with spinal cord injuries, multiple sclerosis, and long COVID. My goal is to help patients manage complex conditions and improve their quality of life.

I also have a special interest in osteoporosis related to disability. In my clinic, patients can receive comprehensive evaluations for bone health, including lab testing, diagnostic imaging, and treatment options—all coordinated through our connected testing suites. I’ve published research on this topic and wrote Osteoporosis Rehabilitation: A Practical Approach, a book now available in multiple languages and academic libraries worldwide.

Since 2020, I’ve also cared for individuals with long COVID, helping them manage symptoms like fatigue, brain fog, weakness, and breathing difficulties. I’ve coauthored national guidance statements to support clinicians in treating these complex cases.

Outside of medicine, I volunteer with U.S. Figure Skating and serve as an alumni interviewer for Harvard University. I’m proud to be part of your care team and committed to helping you move forward with strength and confidence.

Functional outcomes of acute spinal cord injury

Pharmacologic intervention for osteoporosis following spinal cord injury and related conditions of immobility

Secondary effects of Long COVID in persons with spinal cord injury, multiple sclerosis and related neurologic disorders

Functional interventions and rehabilitation of persons with Long COVID

2021   Class of 2021 Resident Teaching Award, Case Western Reserve University, Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation

2022   Medical Staff Excellence Award, The MetroHealth Medical Center, Cleveland OH

2025   Student Mentorship Recognition in a Clinical Specialty, Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine

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Education & Training

Education

Internship

Salem Hospital (Massachusetts) – Internal Medicine

Medical Education

University of Massachusetts Medical School (Worcester) MD

Fellowship

McGaw Medical Ctr of Northwestern Univ (IL) – Spinal Cord Injury Medicine

Residency

Thomas Jefferson University Hospital (Pennsylvania) – Physical Med & Rehab

Board Certifications

American Board of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation - Spinal Cord Injury Medicine
American Board of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation - Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation

Clinical Expertise

Ratings & Reviews

Overall Patient Rating 4.8
32 ratings

Reviews

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Caring listens to you.

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Yes definitely

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5/5

Dr. Oleson is a great listener and always remembers an impressive amount of details of my history.

Patient Rating
5/5

Dr. Oleson is the best at Metro Hospital.

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5/5

She is super bright and right on in her analysis. She is kind and perceptive in her reading the unspoken. Excellent doctor.

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5/5

Extremely knowledgeable, respectful and caring, works hard for the benefit and best care of the patient. I always feel heard! I'm so very grateful for Dr Oleson

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