Cassas, Christy, Michelle

I am a clinician educator and enjoy working in the clinical setting with learners of different levels, from third and fourth-year medical students to residents and fellows. My style of teaching is based on a learner-centered model of outpatient instruction in which the preceptor is more of a facilitator and guide, and the learner is taught to lead and to verbalize their thinking and reasoning and move away from a passive role. I also run the UNC Adult Latino Rheumatology clinic where I take care of Latino individuals with rheumatic diseases and collaborates with clinical research projects in the Latino population.

My areas of clinical interest include anemia and thrombocytopenia. Outside of work, I like to spend time with my husband and two boys.

My passion for clinical care is fueled by a genuine interest in and respect for individuals from various backgrounds and life journeys. As a West Virginia native who has practiced medicine in West Virginia, Baltimore and Charlotte, I bring over 20 years of clinical experience in caring for individuals from rural to urban communities. My desire is to engage every patient with kindness and respect while focusing on patient objectives, preventive medicine, the societal and environmental factors influencing health, and the promotion of health through education. I moved to UNC Health and the UNC School of Medicine to continue providing the highest-level care for patients while influencing and shaping the lives of future physicians. Outside of medicine, my joy comes from my faith, family, friends and serving my community.