Dr. Kristin Hughes
About Dr. Kristin Hughes
Dr. Kristin Hughes is a Telemedicine Physician at StationMD, focusing on health optimization during travel. She has extensive experience in diverse healthcare settings and has founded a travel health brand, PASEO.
Work at StationMD
Dr. Kristin Hughes has been serving as a Telemedicine Physician at StationMD since 2020. In this role, she focuses on providing remote healthcare services, particularly for patients in need of medical assistance during travel. Her work aims to optimize health outcomes for individuals who are adventurous and committed to maintaining their well-being while exploring new environments.
Education and Expertise
Dr. Kristin Hughes earned her Doctor of Medicine (MD) degree from St. George's University, completing her studies from 2005 to 2009. She also holds a Bachelor’s degree in Spanish and International & Area Studies from the University of Oklahoma, where she studied from 2002 to 2004. Additionally, she pursued studies at Universidad San Francisco de Quito and Tennessee Technological University. Dr. Hughes has completed specialized training in functional, integrative, and travel medicine.
Background
Dr. Kristin Hughes has extensive experience in diverse global healthcare settings, having worked in countries such as Mexico, Ecuador, Colombia, Haiti, St. Vincent and the Grenadines, the United Kingdom, Singapore, Uganda, and South Africa. She completed her Emergency Medicine training at The Brooklyn Hospital Center, where she also served as Chief Resident from 2009 to 2013. Prior to her current roles, she worked as an Emergency Medicine Attending Physician and Regional Lead Coach at Envision Physician Services.
Achievements
Dr. Kristin Hughes founded PASEO, a travel health brand that offers global travel health guides and essentials. She has been a member of MATTER since 2020, contributing to initiatives aimed at improving healthcare access and innovation. Dr. Hughes is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine, reflecting her commitment to maintaining high standards in her medical practice.