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Christina P. Orr 

Assistant Director

VA Milwaukee health care

Phone: 414-384-2000, ext. 41024

Dr. Christina Orr, DPT, has spent much of her career serving America’s Veterans.

She began her VA career as a physical therapist at the Hunter Holmes VA Medical Center in Richmond, Va., before taking a position at the Milwaukee VAMC in 2006. 

At the Milwaukee VAMC, she has been an acute care physical therapist, medical center ergonomist and a health system specialist supporting the medical center’s deputy and assistant directors.

Dr. Orr is active in several professional organizations, including the American College of Health Care Executives, where she is past president of the Wisconsin chapter; the National Association of Health Services Executives, where she is a charter member and parliamentarian for the Wisconsin chapter; and the American Physical Therapy Association and its state-affiliate chapter, the Wisconsin Association of Physical Therapy, where she served as treasurer for the Continuing Education Special Interest Group for several years.

In her spare time she mentors students pursuing health care professions, including members of the Future Healthcare Leaders of America Program at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee. She also mentors participants in various leadership development programs throughout VA and professional organizations. 

Dr. Orr earned a Bachelor of Science in biology and a Doctor of Physical Therapy degree from Hampton University. When not at work, she enjoys spending time with her family, volunteering in the community and/or participating in organized running and cycling events across the country.