Kristine Erlandson, MD
Infectious Disease
Board Certified
Care Philosophy
My overarching goal is to improve the quality and quantity of life among people with HIV and sequelae of other infectious diseases.
Clinical Interest for Patients
My clinical interests for Infectious Diseases include treatment and prevention of HIV and other sexually transmitted infection and primary care of people with HIV/AIDS. I am particularly interested in management of older adults with HIV and issues regarding weight gain experience with antiretroviral therapy.
Credentials
Doctor of Medicine
Specialty
Infectious Disease, Internal Medicine
Scheduling Phone Number
720-848-0000
Gender
Female
Languages
English
Hospital Affiliation
University of Colorado Hospital
UCHealth University of Colorado Hospital (UCH)
Phone: 720-848-0000 720-848-0000
Provider Information
Specialties
- Infectious Disease (2010)
- Internal Medicine (2007)
Conditions
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Immune System
AIDS / HIV Disease
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Infections
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Primary Care
Interests and Activities
Personal Interests
In my spare time, I enjoy spending time with my husband and two children, running and traveling.
Department
Professor, Medicine-Infectious Disease
Professional Memberships
American College of Physicians (ACP), Fellow American Geriatrics Society, Member HIV Medicine Association, Member Infectious Diseases Society of America, Member
Research and Grants
Grants
Pitavastatin to REduce Physical Function Impairment and FRailty in HIV (PREPARE) (2020)
HEALTH (2020)
RECOVER A Multi-site Observational Study of Post-Acute Sequelae of SARS-CoV-2 Infection in Adults: Adult Cohort (2021)
HIV and musculoskeletal frailty: implications for care, policy, and research (FraPol) (2022)
Examining the Effect of High-Intensity Exercise to Attenuate Cognitive Function Limitations and Train Exercise Habits in Older People Living with HIV (2023)
Colorado APS Clinical Center (2023)
Research Interests for Patients
My research is focused on the complications of aging, understanding the mechanisms of successful aging, and implementing interventions to ensure successful aging among persons living with HIV. My current research is investigating the benefits of different intensities of exercise, the impact of adjuvant therapies (i.e., statins), and the role of body composition (muscle, fat) on the physical function of older adults with HIV. Some antiretroviral therapy has been associated with weight gain, and I also study mechanisms and interventions for this weight gain. More recently, my research has expanded into complications of COVID-19, and I am the site-PI for the RECOVER Study to understand post-acute sequelae of SARS-CoV2, co-PI on RECOVER clinical trials for therapeutics to treat chronic complications of COVID-19, in addition to a recently completed R01 supplement to test a rehabilitation intervention following COVID-19. As an infectious diseases trained physician with expertise in gerontologic principles and epidemiology, I am also dedicated to mentoring the next generation of clinicians and researchers.
Education and Training
Medical Schools
MD, Southern Illinois University School of Medicine (2004)
Undergraduate Schools
BA, Augustana College (IL) (2000)
Graduate Schools
MSc, University of Colorado Health Sciences Center (2014)
Internships
University of Nebraska Medical Center Program (2005)
Residency Program
University of Nebraska Medical Center Program (2008)
Fellowships
University of Colorado (2011)
Information for referring providers
Referral Contact Phone
720-848-0000