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Christy T. Behnam, M.D.

Christy T. Behnam, M.D.

Dermatology

  • Accepting new patients
4.9/5
(183 reviews)

Enrolled in My Health Online

Medical groups or hospitals

Medical groups

  • Gould Medical Group

About me

Philosophy of care

Dr. Behnam fosters a compassionate, patient-centered environment where individuals feel empowered to care for their skin. She combines each patient's goals with practical, evidence-based recommendations and emphasizes clear communication, reassurance, and personalized treatment plans. Her approach integrates medical expertise with a thoughtful understanding of overall wellness, helping patients feel confident, informed, and supported in their skin health journey.

Personal interests

Outside of Medicine, Dr. Behnam enjoys dancing to international music, singing in different languages, journaling with poetry and mixed-media art, and capturing the beauty of the world through photography. These creative pursuits bring balance and joy to her life and work.

At a glance

Languages: English and Arabic
Gender: Female

Training & education

Medical school: University of Illinois College of Medicine
Internship: HCA/Mercer University/Grand Strand Medical Center
Residency: University of Wisconsin Hospitals and Clinics, Dermatology

Board certifications

  • Dermatology - Board Certified

My experience

Health plans I accept

Below is a list of plans accepted by this doctor.

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Accepted Aetna Plans

  • Aetna Choice POS II
  • Aetna Select EPO
  • Aetna Select Open Access
  • Aetna Signature Administrators (ASA)
  • Aetna Student Health Program
  • Health Fund HMO (aka HMO/HRA)
  • Health Fund POS
  • HMO
  • HMO Deductible Plans
  • Managed Choice POS
  • National Advantage Plan (NAP)
  • Open Access Elect Choice EPO
  • Open Access Managed Choice POS
  • Open Choice PPO
  • Quality Point of Service (QPOS)
  • Stanford University Faculty & Staff (SUFS) - Copay Plan - Open Access Aetna Select
  • Stanford University Faculty & Staff (SUFS) ACA High Deductible Health Plan POS II (ACA HDHP-POS II)
  • Stanford University Faculty & Staff (SUFS) High Deductible Health Plan POS II (HDHP POS II)
  • Traditional Choice

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