Cristian Ionita, MD
Associate Professor of Pediatrics (Neurology)Cards
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2024
Spinal Muscular Atrophy Update in Best Practices
Schroth M, Deans J, Arya K, Castro D, De Vivo D, Gibbons M, Ionita C, Kuntz N, Lakhotia A, Neil Knierbein E, Scoto M, Sejersen T, Servais L, Tian C, Waldrop M, Vázquez-Costa J. Spinal Muscular Atrophy Update in Best Practices. Neurology Clinical Practice 2024, 14: e200310. PMID: 38915908, PMCID: PMC11195435, DOI: 10.1212/cpj.0000000000200310.Peer-Reviewed Original ResearchSMA diagnosisHealth care providersBest practice recommendationsAdult-onset spinal muscular atrophySpinal muscular atrophy newborn screeningCare providersPractice recommendationsSkilled health care providersEuropean health care providersNewborn screeningSpinal muscular atrophyModified Delphi techniqueClassification of spinal muscular atrophyWorking GroupCommunity working groupSpecialty care centersPositive newborn screenDisease-modifying therapiesCaregiversDelphi techniqueCare centerSystematic literature reviewSurvival motor neuron 1Best practicesProviders
2015
Impact of Co-management at the Primary-Subspecialty Care Interface on Follow-up and Referral Patterns for Patients With Concussion
Feyissa EA, Cornell E, Chandhok L, Wang D, Ionita C, Schwab J, Kostyun R, Wilion F, Rubin K. Impact of Co-management at the Primary-Subspecialty Care Interface on Follow-up and Referral Patterns for Patients With Concussion. Clinical Pediatrics 2015, 54: 969-975. PMID: 25573946, DOI: 10.1177/0009922814566929.Peer-Reviewed Original ResearchConceptsPediatric primary care providersCollaborative care modelCo-manage patientsPrimary care providersCare of patientsManagement of concussionClinical outcomesReferral patternsRetrospective auditFollow-upCare modelCare providersCare interfacePatientsDocument careConcussionMore providersCareStructured toolFurther explorationProvidersSubspecialists
2013
Management of Juvenile Myasthenia Gravis
Ionita C, Acsadi G. Management of Juvenile Myasthenia Gravis. Pediatric Neurology 2013, 48: 95-104. PMID: 23337001, DOI: 10.1016/j.pediatrneurol.2012.07.008.Peer-Reviewed Reviews, Practice Guidelines, Standards, and Consensus Statements
2011
12 Treatment and Management of Spinal Muscular Atrophy and Congenital Myopathies
Ionita C, Iannaccone S. 12 Treatment and Management of Spinal Muscular Atrophy and Congenital Myopathies. 2011, 179-189. DOI: 10.1016/b978-1-4377-0372-6.00012-8.Peer-Reviewed Original Research
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Cristian Ionita, MD, is a pediatric neurologist who focuses on neuromuscular disorders and headache management.
Dr. Ionita provides comprehensive care for young patients with complex neurological conditions, utilizing advanced diagnostic and treatment techniques.
Also an associate professor of pediatrics in neurology at Yale School of Medicine, Dr. Ionita is involved in a variety of electrophysiological studies in children and participates in clinical trials aimed at advancing treatments for pediatric neuromuscular conditions.
Dr. Ionita completed his medical degree at Carol Davila University of Medicine and Pharmacy, followed by pediatrics and child neurology training at SUNY Downstate. He further specialized in pediatric neuromuscular disorders through a fellowship at University of Texas Southwestern.
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