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Prates, Crista, APRN

Gender

Female

Language

English

Providing the best care to our patients and their companions requires communicating in a way everyone understands. Interpreter services are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year. All spoken languages are available, as well as American Sign Language (AS/L).

Specialties
Accepting New Patients
  • Rheumatology

Hospitals and Organizations

  • Hartford HealthCare Medical Group
  • Backus Hospital
  • Integrated Care Partners

Education

Graduate School
Quinnipiac University

Reviews

Verified Patient Reviews

5 out of 5 stars

Crista listened and made me feel seen and heard. She was not rushed and made me feel assured that I was getting a knowledgeable medical professional I could trust.

5 out of 5 stars

Crista by far is one of the most caring and sincere provider I've had.

5 out of 5 stars

She was wonderful. She listened very intently to everything I had to say, including a lengthy description of my past (related) health issues. She answered all of my questions in a very clear manner. She was open about what things concerned her about my condition and my test results. She was also encouraging, basically saying that she will get to the bottom of what is going on with me and assured that there are treatments for the conditions I might have. She has a wonderful personality and was easy to talk to.

5 out of 5 stars

I was very pleased with the treatment from Crista Prates and appreciate her help.

5 out of 5 stars

Christa Prates is so very nice and listens to all my concerns.

5 out of 5 stars

I love all my drs. here.

5 out of 5 stars

Crista Prates is extremely knowledgeable & very easy to talk to. Very friendly & caring.

5 out of 5 stars

The person providing the care was thorough, professional, provided a comprehensive evaluation. I was comfortable, the most important part of any visit.

5 out of 5 stars

Crista is a dedicated, caring provider. I am truly fortunate to have her on my medical team.

5 out of 5 stars

I have recommended Crista Prates to others.

5 out of 5 stars

A joy to treated and work with Crista

5 out of 5 stars

Crista was great! She explained the change in treatment plan with medication modifications .Very informative and helpful. Very patient with my questions .

4 out of 5 stars

I would recommend this care provider.

5 out of 5 stars

Christa is just the best. So knowledgeable and kind. She really thinks about diagnosing you as a whole person and not just randomized symptoms.

5 out of 5 stars

I rated recommending the care provider as "fair" because I was expecting to see an MD, not a NP. I recognize the need to meet patient demand with mid-level providers and value their clinical expertise. However, for a specialty care initial consultation (after waiting months to be seen) I should've been evaluated by the board certified physician to establish care and treatment plan.

5 out of 5 stars

Already have suggested Christa Prates to others

5 out of 5 stars

Crista Prates is an absolute credit to her profession! Wish there were more like her.

5 out of 5 stars

Christa, the APRN, listened to me and was very helpful. I am so happy I got to see her.

5 out of 5 stars

She was thorough and compassionate.

5 out of 5 stars

I think that Christa is excellent!!

5 out of 5 stars

Christs Prates approaches patient care from a holistic perspective. She goes beyond the primary presenting issue and points out the impact on the entire body. This was especially important in my case as she identified unrelated areas of concern that had been impacted. Her insights and recommendations helped me to better accept my situation.

5 out of 5 stars

As usual, it was an excellent experience. All my questions answered completely.

5 out of 5 stars

Very patient and knowledgeable, a lot of compassion

5 out of 5 stars

I really like her and I have recommended her to other family members

5 out of 5 stars

She is the best

5 out of 5 stars

She is wonderful and very, very knowledgeable

5 out of 5 stars

I felt heard and understood. My conditions were reviewed prior to my arrival and my care was very thorough.

Other Reviews from Around the Web

5 out of 5 stars

My provider & staff super professionals..

5 out of 5 stars

Personal care that is important to me.

5 out of 5 stars

Crista is absolutely amazing!!!

5 out of 5 stars

Krista Prates was extremely professional, yet personable. She was very thorough and my husband and I left the appt confident that she covered everything that pertained to our situation.

5 out of 5 stars

Absolute Best care, I have a lot going on and it has been a rough road trying to sort it out. The time, patience, care and diligence finding out what is going on has been absolutely next level. Practical treatments and plans have been put in place instead of just bandaided with medication, the communication is something that I do not have with ANY of my providers. I feel safe and extremely well taken care of. The compassion, thoroughness and true care that is being administered is something that I cannot begin to verbalize. Absolutely blessed to have her in my corner.

5 out of 5 stars

Dr Prates is one of a kind. When I know I'm having an appointment with her I truly love that day. My day just cannot go wrong she is the best. I thought maybe that doctors lost their genuine self in treating patients. I thought those days were over. But then I started going to Crista and she just brought it all back that doctors are still genuine in caring for their patients.

5 out of 5 stars

I think she’s awesome! I Trust her! Things to say now in the medical field!

5 out of 5 stars

Crista is the best. She’s very knowledgeable and always nice.

5 out of 5 stars

Crista is very knowlegable and kind. She is a good listener and answered all of my questions. The other staff members were just as wonderful.

5 out of 5 stars

I love Crista she always explains things to me and answers all my questions. The check in staff there are so nice which to me is a big thing. The check in and check out staff can make or break a practice. Thank you for always being so kind and compassionate. The medical assistant is always very pleasant and thorough.

Insurance

Aetna, Anthem, Cigna Healthcare, Colonial Cooperative Care, Community Health Network of Connecticut, Inc., Connecticare, First Health Group Corp., Health New England, Multiplan, Northeast Health Direct, Oxford Health Plans, United Healthcare, BCBS Medicare, Connecticare Commercial, Connecticare Medicare, Corvel, Coventry, Essence Healthcare, Evercare, Focus, Health Connecticut, Health Direct, Healthy Connecticut, Prime Health Services, Private Health Care Systems, Inc., Senior Whole Health, WellCare of Connecticut, Inc., One Health Plan/ Great-West Healthcare, CarePartners of Connecticut

This information is subject to change at any time. Please check with your insurance provider before scheduling your appointment or receiving services to confirm they are a participating member of the Hartford HealthCare network.

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