Maria Clarissa Lopez-Briseno, AGNP

Abdominal Imaging, Family Medicine
CHRISTUS Trinity Clinic
Spanish, English
All Ages
4.8/5 Read Reviews

Meet Maria Clarissa Lopez-Briseno, AGNP

Clarissa is dedicated to collaborating with all members of the health team to provide excellent care to her patients.

As a certified nurse practitioner specializing in adult gerontology, Clarissa brings 25-plus years of experience as a nurse working with a variety of adult medicine specialties, and provides same-day sick visits, wellness exams, including sports physicals, as well as managing acute and chronic illnesses .

She earned her master's degree from Maryville University in Missouri, completing her clinical practicum in Corpus Christi. Clarissa also received a Master of Administration with a concentration in Organizational Development from the University of the Incarnate Word in San Antonio, and a Master of Science in Nursing, specializing in Education, from Kaplan University.

She enjoys spending time with her family and friends, reading, listening to live music and painting.


Locations

  • CHRISTUS
    Family Medicine
    5802 Saratoga Blvd., Suite 200, Suite 200, Corpus Christi, TX 78414
    Hours
    Closed
    • Monday: 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
    • Tuesday: 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
    • Wednesday: 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
    • Thursday: 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
    • Friday: 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Hospital Affiliations

CHRISTUS Trinity Clinic


Insurance Accepted

  • Aetna US Healthcare
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS)
  • BlueChoice TC
  • Brookshire Bros
  • CHRISTUS Health Plan
  • Cigna
  • Cigna Healthspring
  • Council for Affordable Quality Healthcare
  • Driscoll Children's Health Plan
  • First Health
  • Healthcare Highways, Inc.
  • HealthSmart
  • Humana ChoiceCare Network
  • Humana Medicare Advantage
  • Humana Military TRICARE
  • Medicaid
  • Medicare
  • Multiplan Commercial
  • Private Healthcare Systems (PHCS)
  • Railroad Medicare
  • Superior Health Plan
  • Texas Childrens Health Plan
  • TriWest
  • Uniformed Services Family Health Plan (USFHP)
  • United Healthcare (UHC)
  • USA Managed Care

Education & Certifications

Medical Education: Maryville University


Ratings & Reviews

  • Overall Quality of Care 4.8
  • Listened Carefully 4.8
  • Explained Things Clearly 4.8
  • Spent Enough Time 4.7
  • Showed Courtesy & Respect 4.8

Patient reviews (115)

1.0

I called days before my appointment to see if there was a grace period for being late. The lady I spoke to said patients are allowed a 15 minute window. I was checking in at the front desk with two minutes to spare and the lady checking me in was rude and told me that she had to see if I could even be seen because I was late. I explained to her the above information, but got the impression she didn't care to hear any excuses. When i went into the room to be seen Amanda, Clarrissa's nurse grilled me for more than a couple of minutes about being late. I explained that I had called ahead the week before saying I was going to be running late. She scrolled my chart looking for notes and said they wouldn't have anything on file that old. I then told her that wasn't my fault. She said next time I'm going to be late to call them saying I'm on my way there. That Clarissa doesnt have to wait, she has things to do. I was mentally exhausted trying to defend myself. Finally when clarissa walked in the door I got the cold shoulder from her. I had never seen her in that light before. She quickly went over my bloodwork and told me coldly, unsympatheticly that she was going to put me on medication for my high cholesterol, medication for my urine infection and on Vit D due to being low on it. When I asked her if she could prescribe weightloss medication she said I'd have to schedule an appointment for that because there were patients waiting to see her and that I had to call my insurance first to see if the medication would be covered. This was the very first time I was ""late"" which according to lady on the phone, I technically was not. By the time I left, I felt sicker than I felt going in. I messaged Clarissa's office after calling my insurance telling them that my insurance will cover the weightloss medication as long as the doctor has reason for me to be on it. I'm overweight with high cholesterol. I appolgize for the inconvenience I may have caused her office, and don't think I deserved to be treated that way. It's bothersome that they got so worked up when we all know that patients wait in the examining room for more than fifteen minutes and we don't complain.

5.0

Clarissa is a careful, compassionate listener and always makes sensible, well-considered recommendations.

5.0

Awesome Doctor and staff especially Mona!

5.0

She is awesome

5.0

She's very attentive and caring. She always stress I'm here to service you!

4.0

I think I would stay with them for a bit. I like the way they tried me. Thank you very much

5.0

Always a great time and visit!!

5.0

Very professional.

5.0

Overall care was excellent!

5.0

Always empathetic regarding my health issues.

5.0

Absolutely loved my visit and thank you for making me feel heard.

5.0

She has such a friendly and caring demeanor.

5.0

My husband and I have the best Nurse Practioner.

5.0

Very good

5.0

Very pleased with visit.

5.0

My provider, Clarissa Lopez, is the best!

5.0

Buena atencion

5.0

Thank you for seeing me quickly

5.0

Very friendly and very Professional. Explains every thing to you in a way so you can understand. She really cares and she shows it. Down to earth Doctor.

5.0

Respectful, courteous, knowledgeable

5.0

Great listener.

3.0

Judgemental

5.0

Great experience!

5.0

Thank you so much for helping me

5.0

Excellent

5.0

Good service.

5.0

Excellent

5.0

She’s the best!

5.0

They have helped me even when I really needed help and needed it as soon as possible.

4.0

nurse practioner did the best she could under the ci

5.0

I like her

5.0

You are truly a wonderful and caring person!!

5.0

The nurse assistant takes a personable approach in asking questions about your medical and everyday personal issues.

5.0

I appreciated her seeing me on short notice. I would definitely recommend her to others.

5.0

Im glad my provider helped me with any problems i might have.

5.0

NP Clarissa is really great

5.0

N/A

5.0

First meeting was very nice and seemed very confident in what was discussed

5.0

None

5.0

I like her a lot

5.0

I hope my provider stays here for a long time.

2.0

I think I’ve said enough no orders for my person unbelievable

3.0

They only care for bottom line. That's why they want to cut me up.

5.0

She is great and I was comfortable I will continue to see her

5.0

Thank you.

2.0

I had questions about diet supplements and she scheduled me for lab work and a follow a month from now.

5.0

Great visit.

5.0

Ms. Briseno was very thorough and explained everything in detail.

5.0

Clarissa is a very good provider - I’m just tired of the providers leaving the clinic and having to get new providers

5.0

I fell and received staples in my head. The doctor and staff were concerned and gave me the information I needed to get better.

3.0

I felt the attendants who did the x-rays should have told me I wouldn’t get results for a few days because there equipment was down. I could have gone somewhere else if that was the case

1.0

It's sad that the doctor keeps blaming the administration and the administration blaming it on the system.

5.0

Wonderful.

5.0

She was amazing

5.0

Na

4.0

I hope the next time it will be better.

5.0

Very confident in her for any health issues.

5.0

Was excellent with explaining every detail with my health

5.0

I was extremely pleased with our visit!!

5.0

I really like how she is respectful.

5.0

Clarissa Lopez Briones is thorough and doesn't stop until getting answers for her patients. She is easy to talk to and cares for her patients.

5.0

Was great for first meeting.

5.0

Changing nurse practitioners was a positive experience!

3.0

I’m not sure who drops the ball on the messages or following up on bloodwork.

5.0

Thank you for everything!!

5.0

It's just that everything went well.

5.0

Good experience

5.0

we always have good conversations. she is always friendly and attentive

5.0

It was my first meeting with her. I appreciate the interest she took in meeting my needs.

5.0

Professional

5.0

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3.0

Thank you for always being their for me!!

5.0

She showed genuine care

5.0

Very pleased with her service.

5.0

Everything went well.

5.0

Thank you so much !! You are the best!!

4.0

I would like this rule to change about discussing anything with your provider for more money.

4.0

N/A

5.0

Clarissa is thoughtful and a great listener

5.0

I really appreciate her time and input.

5.0

Glad that I can depend on you when I really need you. God bless you.

5.0

I am so please with her!!

5.0

Ms Lopez Briseno was excellent - I was very happy.

3.0

Make your patience feel important enough to keep. Seems the older we get the less tbe care.

5.0

Have a very positive attitude and very helpful. No wait extremely important

4.0

Many thanks & feedback

5.0

Seems to care about her patients

5.0

Everyone was professional and treated you with care.

5.0

Satisfied

5.0

Great service!

5.0

She is awesome and cares about what I am going thru!! Always answers my mssgs. And I never have to wait long!!

5.0

She is always showing all core values

5.0

I love her. She really cares and it shows

5.0

Great experience!

5.0

This is confusing to me. My complaint is mainly with the reception area. My experience with the provider was excellent.

4.0

I felt she could help me very well with my health .

5.0

I felt NP Lopez-Biseno was very thorough and attentive to my questions and concerns.

5.0

Even the staff from the doctor's office was courteous and helpful.

5.0

Very good and patient .

3.0

You need to bring Melanie Chipman back. She really cared about me and my health.

5.0

Very good experience thank you

5.0

She is excellent but working in a dysfunctional and ill-managed clinic.

5.0

Thank you!!

4.0

First time visit very nice

5.0

so easy to talk to. like discussing issues with a friend

5.0

I felt confident that she understood my concerns and would handle my case in the best way possible.

5.0

very clean and neat

2.0

No one has called like they said they would. I know nothing about what they are doing no Answers or communicating with me

5.0

Very satisfied

5.0

Thank you

4.0

This is actually new to me.. So bread with me

5.0

Would not consider later if another problem could be from med from M. D A

5.0

I will be returning as a patient

5.0

Excellent appointment from beginning to end.

5.0

JUST DOING WHAT WOULD BE MY SCOPE OF CARE

Meet Maria Clarissa Lopez-Briseno, AGNP