DR G Anthony Gristina MD

Virginia Spine Institute (VSI) is a premier independent medical center specializing in advanced spine care since 1992. The institute is dedicated to providing personalized treatment for neck and back pain through a comprehensive suite of in-house services, including both non-surgical and surgical solutions tailored to each patient's unique needs. With a focus on modern technology and collaborative expertise, VSI's team of spine-specialized doctors, neurologists, and physical therapists work together to promote successful patient outcomes. By emphasizing motion preservation and regenerative medicine, VSI helps patients reclaim their lives and achieve their personal health victories. Generated from the website

HistoryAfter the birth of her 2 children, Deborah began counseling pregnant teens and women on prenatal nutrition. She also assisted on a study concerning nutrition status and pregnancy outcome in adolescents for the National Institute of Health. This experience led to a position working with children diagnosed with Phenylketonuria, a metabolic disorder requiring a very specialized diet. My role as a metabolic dietitian included teaching medical students and writing grant applications.SpecialtiesWeight loss counseling for adults, children & teens, Therapeutic diet counseling for physician referrals, Sports nutrition, wellness & vegetarian nutrition counseling, Nutrition presentations for community & school groups, Nutrition consultations for health care & business facilities and more