Dr. Cristian Romero, MD

Dr. Cristian Romero-Peña earned his medical degree at the University of Cuenca in Cuenca, Ecuador, and completed his residency in internal medicine at St. Barnabas Hospital in Bronx, N.Y.

In practice since 2003, Dr. Romero-Peña is board certified in internal medicine. He treats patients ages 18 and older. His primary clinical interests are chronic conditions, including diabetes, high blood pressure, heart disease, obesity and kidney disease. He also speaks Spanish.

Dr. Romero-Peña’s practice philosophy centers on providing quality, individualized care and treating each patient like a member of his own family. He encourages all of his patients to be active participants in their health care journeys and to strive for better health.

Patients value his ability to listen actively, explain diagnoses and treatments clearly, and respond to their questions in understandable terms.

A resident of Houston, Dr. Romero-Peña is married and the father of two children. Away from his practice, he enjoys spending time with his family and traveling.