Meet Christina La Barbera, NP at Digestive Disease Care in East Setauket, NY

Christina La Barbera is an experienced Nurse Practitioner (NP) at Digestive Disease Care, specializing in the care of patients with gastrointestinal issues. She uses her strong clinical judgment and observational skills to create personalized treatment plans based on each patient’s unique needs. Christina is committed to providing compassionate care and helping patients manage their digestive health effectively. For more information, contact us today or schedule an appointment online. We are conveniently located at 235 N Belle Mead Rd, East Setauket, NY 11733.

Christina La Barbera – NP

Nurse Practitioner located in East Setauket, NY

What are Christina La Barbera’s skills?

Christina La Barbera is a highly trained and Board Certified Nurse Practitioner (AANP) with strong clinical judgment and observational skills. She specializes in creating personalized treatment plans for her patients.

What certifications does Christina La Barbera hold?

Christina La Barbera is certified in Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) and Basic Life Support (BLS) by the American Heart Association. She is also a member of the American Association of Nurse Practitioners (AANP).

What is Christina La Barbera’s educational background?

Master’s in Adult Gerontology Family Nurse Practitioner from St. Joseph College, Patchogue, NY (May 2022)

Bachelor of Science from St. Joseph College, Patchogue, NY (May 2019)

Associate in Applied Science from Suffolk Community College, Selden, NY (May 2005)

Registered Professional Nurse from Suffolk Community College, Selden, NY (October 2005)

What is Christina La Barbera’s professional experience?

Nurse Practitioner at East Coast Gastro, Patchogue, NY (October 2025 – Present): Assesses, diagnoses, and treats patients with gastrointestinal issues.

Nurse Practitioner at Brookhaven Gastroenterology, Patchogue, NY (December 2022 – September 2025): Focused on diagnosing and treating patients with gastrointestinal problems.

Registered Nurse at Great South Bay Endoscopy, Patchogue, NY (May 2021 – December 2022): Provided pre-op and post-op care for patients, collaborating with providers and anesthesiologists.

Registered Nurse at Long Island Community Hospital, Patchogue, NY (September 2015 – August 2021): Managed patient conditions with medications, telemetry monitoring, and ventilator care in the medical step-down unit.

Community Health Nurse/Homecare Nurse at PeconicBay Home Care, Riverhead, NY (January 2012 – September 2015): Delivered wound care and worked with an interdisciplinary team to optimize patient independence.

Inservice Coordinator/Infection Control Nurse/MDS Coordinator at Bellhaven Nursing Center, Bellport, NY (June 2010 – January 2012): Managed staff training, infection control, and MDS coordination.

Licensed Practical Nurse/Registered Nurse at Brookhaven Memorial Hospital, Bellport, NY (June 2002 – June 2010): Provided direct nursing care, assessed patient needs, and implemented treatment plans.