About
Jennifer C. Christensen, MD
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When she’s not at work, Dr. Christensen keeps busy with her two children, who are actively involved with sports and music. She also enjoys playing with her dog, bike riding with the family, baking, and cooking. Dr. Christensen has studied and lived in Australia and the Pacific Islands of Tonga, Samoa, and Hawaii. While she is an “island girl,” she enjoys football and basketball in Central Texas!
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I chose Pediatrics because it is a pleasure and an honor to care for children from newborn to adolescence, and I am passionate about preventive care. I want to help provide the best guidance for both well and sick children, and I believe in patient education and evidence-based medicine. Each patient is unique, and I work to find out what works best for each one while embracing cultural differences. I love to watch my patients grow and thrive!
Services
- Behavioral Evaluation
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Behavioral Evaluation
ARC Pediatrics provides behavioral evaluations to gather information to help your child and family.
- Circumcision
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Circumcision
Circumcision is a surgery to remove the skin covering the end of the penis, called the foreskin, and is most often done one or two days after a baby boy’s birth. ARC Pediatricians are available to perform the procedure and answer any questions you may have about the procedure.
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- Developmental and Autism Screening
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Developmental and Autism Screening
Developmental and Autism screenings are tests that help diagnose developmental challenges in children.
- Ear Piercing
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Ear Piercing
Many of our trusted ARC pediatricians offer pediatric ear piercing in a comfortable, clean, and safe environment.
- Flu Shots
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Flu Shots
A flu vaccine can help prevent flu-related visits to the doctor each year. CDC recommends everyone 6 months and older get vaccinated every flu season.
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- Fluoride Varnish for Children
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Fluoride Varnish for Children
Regular dental care should begin by 1 year of age, with a dental check-up at least twice each year for most children. Some children may need check-ups more often.
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- Hearing Screenings for School-Age Children
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Hearing Screenings for School-Age Children
Hearing screenings are tests to help identify hearing loss in children and its severity.
- Lactation Support
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Lactation Support
If you choose to breastfeed, your ARC pediatrician, ob/gyn, and care team can provide advice and recommendations. We also partner with Breastfeeding Success (BFS) to help new parents fwith specialized educational materials, classes, and visits with a lactation consultant, as needed.
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- Newborn Hearing Screenings
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Newborn Hearing Screenings
Hearing loss screenings for newborns help determine if your baby has hearing loss.
- Nexplanon Implantation and Removal
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Nexplanon Implantation and Removal
Nexplanon is a hormonal contraceptive implant designed to provide long-term birth control for individuals.
- Pediatric Eye Exam
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Pediatric Eye Exam
ARC pediatric eye exams check eye health and scan for amblyopia risk factors, blurry vision, farsightedness, nearsightedness, vision loss, and more.
- Pediatric Immunizations
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Pediatric Immunizations
Immunizations are a safe, effective way to protect children from diseases, including some cancers, as well as hospitalization, disability, and death. It is important to maintain routine immunizations during a pandemic or other public health emergency to prevent further outbreaks.
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- Pediatric Mental Health
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Pediatric Mental Health
When you have concerns about your child’s mental or behavioral health, your ARC pediatrician can conduct a screening or refer you to a provider who can determine the kind of help you need and help you access the right resources for your child.
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- Pediatric Newborn Visits
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Pediatric Newborn Visits
Our dedicated pediatricians offer comprehensive 3-day and 2-week newborn visits designed to ensure the health and well-being of your newest family member.
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- Telemedicine Visits
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Telemedicine Visits
ARC offers telemedicine visits for primary and specialty care. Doctors can quickly evaluate you for a new health issue or follow up with you via a phone call or video visit from the comfort of your home.
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- Well-Check Exam
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Well-Check Exam
A well-check exam focuses on maintaining your child’s health and is a time to discuss preventive care. Our doctors cover growth, development, immunization updates, health, safety, nutrition, physical fitness, puberty, acne, learning, behavioral questions, and family and social concerns.
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Locations & Hours
Credentials
Board Certifications
Board Certified in Pediatrics
Medical School
University California, Irvine College Medicine, Irvine, CA, 2004
Residency
University California, Irvine, CA, 2007
Education
B.A in Molecular Cellular, and Developmental Biology, University of California at Santa Cruz, 1995
Professional Positions
- Member, American Academy of Pediatrics
- Member, American Medical Women’s Association
- Member, Travis County Medical Society
Awards & Honors
- Austin Monthly Magazine Top Pediatricians 2020
- Top Docs for Kids 2021, Austin Monthly magazine
Mentions
Resources