Cristina Cabrera-Muffly, MD
Associate Professor, Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery

Residency Program Director
Clinic 720-848-2200
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Gender: Female
Languages: English, Spanish
Department, Section/Division: Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery

Practice Locations

UCHealth Ear, Nose and Throat Clinic - Lone Tree
9548 Park Meadows Drive
Lone Tree, CO 80124
720-848-2200
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UCHealth Ear, Nose and Throat Clinic - Anschutz Medical Campus
1635 Aurora Ct
6th floor
Aurora, CO 80045
720-848-2820
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Hospital Affiliation
  • University of Colorado Hospital

Specialty Information

Specialties
  • Otolaryngology - Head & Neck Surgery - General Ear, Nose, & Throat
  • Otolaryngology - Head & Neck Surgery, Board Certification (2010)
Conditions & Treatments
  • Ear, Nose, and Throat (ENT)
  • Ear, Nose, and Throat (ENT) - Aging Voice (Vocal fold atrophy)
  • Ear, Nose, and Throat (ENT) - Balance disorders
  • Ear, Nose, and Throat (ENT) - Benign vocal fold nodules, polyps, and cysts
  • Ear, Nose, and Throat (ENT) - Chronic cough/throat-clearing
  • Ear, Nose, and Throat (ENT) - CPAP intolerance
  • Ear, Nose, and Throat (ENT) - Deviated septum
  • Ear, Nose, and Throat (ENT) - Draining ear
  • Ear, Nose, and Throat (ENT) - Dysphagia (Trouble Swallowing)
  • Ear, Nose, and Throat (ENT) - Dyspnea – Shortness of breath not from the lungs
  • Ear, Nose, and Throat (ENT) - Ear Infection
  • Ear, Nose, and Throat (ENT) - Ear, nose and throat masses
  • Ear, Nose, and Throat (ENT) - Eardrum Perforation
  • Ear, Nose, and Throat (ENT) - Epistaxis (nose bleeds)
  • Ear, Nose, and Throat (ENT) - Globus sensation
  • Ear, Nose, and Throat (ENT) - Granulomas
  • Ear, Nose, and Throat (ENT) - Hearing Loss
  • Ear, Nose, and Throat (ENT) - Hoarseness
  • Ear, Nose, and Throat (ENT) - Infectious laryngitis
  • Ear, Nose, and Throat (ENT) - Laryngopharyngeal Reflux (LPR)
  • Ear, Nose, and Throat (ENT) - Muscle tension dysphonia
  • Ear, Nose, and Throat (ENT) - Nasal obstruction
  • Ear, Nose, and Throat (ENT) - Nasal Polyps
  • Ear, Nose, and Throat (ENT) - Professional Voice Problems
  • Ear, Nose, and Throat (ENT) - Sinus infections
  • Ear, Nose, and Throat (ENT) - Smell and Taste Disorders
  • Ear, Nose, and Throat (ENT) - Snoring
  • Ear, Nose, and Throat (ENT) - Throat infections
  • Ear, Nose, and Throat (ENT) - Tinnitus
  • Ear, Nose, and Throat (ENT) - Tonsillitis
  • Ear, Nose, and Throat (ENT) - Upper Airway Resistance Syndrome
  • Ear, Nose, and Throat (ENT) - Vocal Cord Paralysis
  • Ear, Nose, and Throat (ENT) - Voice disorders
Clinical Interest for Patients
I am a General Otolaryngologist who treats both adults and children. I treat a broad range of Ear, Nose, and Throat diseases including sinus problems, sleep apnea, voice disorders, and all manner of head and neck masses. As a board certified Otolaryngologist, I treat diseases both medically and surgically.

Care Philosophy
I enjoy caring for patients of every age, and strive to achieve a better quality of life for every person I see. I am passionate about patient education, and believe patients make their own best health care decisions when provided with the most comprehensive education possible.

Personal Interests
I enjoy spending time with my husband and 2 sons. I also enjoy cooking, baking, and trying out new recipes.

Education & Training

Medical Schools:
  • MD, Jefferson Medical College of Thomas Jefferson University (2004)

Undergraduate Schools:
  • BA, University of Delaware (DE) (2000)

Internships:
  • University of Missouri at Kansas City Program (2005)

Residency Program:
  • University of Kansas School of Medicine Program, Otolaryngology - Head & Neck Surgery (2009)

Recognition & Awards

  • Distinguished Service Award, AAO-HNSF Foundation (2019)
  • Nominee - Ninth Annual School of Medicine Faculty Professionalism Award, University of Colorado School of Medicine (2015)
  • Association of Academic Departments of Otolaryngology Diversity Travel Scholarship, AADO (2013)
  • Debra Park Award for Clinical Research, Debra Park Award (2009)
  • In-Service Book Award, University of Kansas Department of Otolaryngology (2009)
  • Humanitarian Resident Travel Grant, AAO-HNSF (2008)

Professional Memberships

  • Academy of Medical Educators, Member
  • American Academy of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, Member
  • American College of Surgeons, Member
  • Society of University Otolaryngologists, Member

Teaching

  • Associate Professor (2018)
    School of Medicine, Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery
  • Assistant Professor (2012)
    School of Medicine, Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery

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Office Phone: (303) 724-1950