Biography of Christina Propst MD

Christina Propst, MD, has dedicated more than 25 years to the practice of General Pediatrics in Houston, Texas. She is deeply committed to supporting children and their families through trusted, evidence-based medical care Throughout her career, she has developed expertise in a wide range of pediatric areas, including infectious diseases, public health, infant and child development, allergies and asthma, nutrition, injury prevention, and gun violence prevention Her professional work combines clinical skill with a focus on education, guidance, and long-term patient relationships.

Dr. Propst’s Distinguished Medical Career

Christina Propst, Houston, has been board-certified by the American Board of Pediatrics since 2001, following the completion of her residency. She has also held her Texas State Medical License without interruption since 2000 Her career includes years of service at Blue Fish Pediatrics, Greater Heights, where she has practiced for seven years, Texas Children’s Pediatrics–Fannin, where she worked for a decade, and Bootin & Savrick Pediatrics, where she spent six years

Dr. Propst is recognized by her patients, colleagues, and community for her unwavering dedication and data-driven care Her evidence-based practice and broad pediatric knowledge have made her a trusted physician across Houston She is regarded for her ability to balance compassionate care with sound medical judgment, ensuring that the children she treats and their families receive both reassurance and accurate guidance

Professional Accomplishments

In 2024, she achieved the highest Patient Satisfaction Score at Blue Fish Pediatrics, Greater Heights. Her commitment has also been recognized by her community, having been voted “Best Pediatrician” multiple times by the West University Examiner Reader’s Choice Poll She has extended her advocacy beyond her clinical practice, co-authoring the article "Keeping Children Safe" with the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) President, Dr. Fernando Stein. In addition, she has contributed Op-Eds to the Houston Chronicle and organized Texas Children’s Hospital’s Pediatric Grand Rounds on “Gun Violence & Pediatrics” in March 2017. Each of these efforts reflects her commitment to advancing pediatric health and safety, both in clinics and throughout the community

Professional Societies

Christina Propst maintains membership in the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP), the Harris County Medical Society (HCMS), and the Texas Medical Association. In earlier years, she served actively on the AAP Council on Children and Disasters, the Memorial Hermann Pediatrics Clinical Program Committee (CPC), the Texas Pediatric Society (TPS) Committee on Infectious Disease and Immunization, and the TPS Committee on Injury Prevention and Environmental Health Through these professional roles, she has contributed her insights and time toward shaping policies and practices that benefit children throughout Texas.

Dr. Propst’s Academic Life

A first-generation American born in New York City to immigrant parents, Dr Christina Propst grew up bilingual in German and English Her formative years at Horace Mann School reflected her strong academic and leadership qualities. She graduated Cum Laude, participated as a varsity track and cross-country runner, was elected senior co-captain, and served as president of the orchestra and a leader in the choir.

She was admitted early to Princeton University, where she majored in Politics while completing pre-medical requirements. Graduating Cum Laude in 1991, she combined academic rigor with extracurricular leadership Following her acceptance to Princeton, she was accepted into the competitive Princeton-in-Asia program, where she spent two years in Machida, Japan, teaching English. During this period, she traveled widely, studied Japanese, and immersed herself in the culture and traditions of the region

Attended Medical School at Tulane University

Christina Propst, Houston, chose Tulane University School of Medicine for her medical training She graduated in 1998 as a member of the top 5% of her class and was inducted into the Alpha Omega Alpha (AOA) Honor Medical Society Her dedication earned her several student awards in pediatrics She matched into her first-choice residency in Pediatrics at Texas Children’s Hospital/Baylor College of Medicine within the Texas Medical Center, Houston.

Honors and Awards

Among her early honors, Dr. Christina Propst received the Herbert B. Rothschild, M.D. Award from The Greater New Orleans Pediatric Society She also earned the Janet M Glasgow Memorial Achievement Citation from the American Medical Women’s Association. These achievements highlighted both her clinical promise and academic strength

Volunteer Work and Philanthropy

She has given her time and expertise during significant crises, assisting with relief efforts following Hurricanes Katrina and Harvey She has also been a dedicated volunteer with Moms Demand Action for 15 years and with Physicians for a decade, supporting evidence-based measures to prevent gun violence

Her role during the COVID-19 pandemic was notable She consistently raised awareness and educated the public on prevention, vaccines, and evolving treatments. Her voice and expertise were featured in the Houston Chronicle in discussions of COVID-19, RSV, pediatric safety, and gun violence prevention.

Christina Propst has also supported charitable organizations across Houston and beyond She has contributed to the Community Foundation of the Texas Hill Country, the Houston Food Bank, the Periwinkle Foundation for Pediatric Cancer, UNICEF, MS-150, Habitat for Humanity, Harmony House, Interfaith Ministries Meals on Wheels, Bike for Houston, the Hermann Park Conservancy, and Trees for Houston. Each reflects her broader commitment to improving community health, education, and quality of life

Her Personal Life

Christina Propst, MD, balanced family and career from early on, welcoming her first child during her residency. Together with her husband, she has raised her children while actively working in pediatrics and participating in her local community They recently celebrated their 30th wedding anniversary, looking ahead to many more years together Outside of medicine, she enjoys spending time with family and friends, gardening, sailing, traveling, engaging in outdoor activities, and continuing her volunteer efforts in Houston