Christine Rocks-Lopez, FNP-C
Nurse Practitioner (NP)
Family Medicine
Specialty
Adolescent Medicine,
Geriatric Medicine,
Preventive Medicine
About Christine Rocks-Lopez, FNP-C
Christine Rocks-Lopez, NP is a Nurse Practitioner providing care to patients in Phoenix, Arizona at Desert Bloom Family Medicine.
Christine started her career in the medical field as an emergency medical technician (EMT) and volunteered at a local fire department. Christine followed her passion for emergency medicine and worked as RN in the emergency department and as a flight nurse for many years.
Christine started her career in the medical field as an emergency medical technician (EMT) and volunteered at a local fire department. Christine followed her passion for emergency medicine and worked as RN in the emergency department and as a flight nurse for many years.
Conditions Treated
Acid Reflux (GER / GERD)
Asthma
COPD (Chronic Bronchitis, Emphysema)
Diabetes - Type 2
High Blood Pressure (Hypertension)
Osteoarthritis
Overweight and Obesity
ADHD - Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
Coronary Artery Disease (CAD)
High Cholesterol (Hypercholesterolemia)
Osteoporosis
Pregnancy
Procedures & Services
Cancer Screening
Prenatal Care
Stop Smoking
Ultrasound (Prenatal and Gynecologic)
Weight Loss
Contraception
Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT)
Shingles (Zoster) Vaccine
Vaccines (Immunizations)
Well Child Checks
Patient Education Resources
How can I reduce my blood pressure without taking medication?
There are several lifestyle changes that can help to reduce high blood pressure without the use of medication:Maintaining a healthy weight: Being overweight or obese can increase your risk of high blo...
There are several lifestyle changes that can help to reduce high blood pressure without the use of medication:Maintaining a healthy weight: Being overweight or obese can increase your risk of high blo...
I snore regularly. Should I be worried about sleep apnea?
Snoring is a common symptom of sleep apnea, a serious sleep disorder that causes a person to stop breathing for short periods of time during sleep. People with sleep apnea often snore loudly and frequ...
Snoring is a common symptom of sleep apnea, a serious sleep disorder that causes a person to stop breathing for short periods of time during sleep. People with sleep apnea often snore loudly and frequ...
What are new ways to monitor my glucose levels with diabetes?
There are several new ways to monitor glucose levels for people with diabetes, including:Continuous Glucose Monitors (CGM) - These devices measure glucose levels in the interstitial fluid (the fluid b...
There are several new ways to monitor glucose levels for people with diabetes, including:Continuous Glucose Monitors (CGM) - These devices measure glucose levels in the interstitial fluid (the fluid b...
What are some forms of contraception if I don't want to take birth control pills?
There are several forms of contraception available for individuals who do not want to take birth control pills. Some of the most popular options include:Intrauterine device (IUD): An IUD is a small, T...
There are several forms of contraception available for individuals who do not want to take birth control pills. Some of the most popular options include:Intrauterine device (IUD): An IUD is a small, T...
What types of pollen trigger allergies?
Pollen is a fine powder that is released by trees, grasses, and weeds during the spring, summer, and fall. When these pollens come into contact with the eyes, nose, and lungs of people who are sensiti...
Pollen is a fine powder that is released by trees, grasses, and weeds during the spring, summer, and fall. When these pollens come into contact with the eyes, nose, and lungs of people who are sensiti...
Education & Training
Christine obtained her nursing degree from Prairie State College. Christine then pursued her BSN and then her family nurse practitioner degree from Grand Canyon University.