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Dr. Christopher Burress, DO

Dr. Christopher Burress, DO

Internal Medicine*
25+ years of experience

Dr. Christopher Burress, DO is an internist in Bon Aqua, TN and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Gandhi Medical College in 1999. He is affiliated with TriStar Horizon Medical Center. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.4 Star Rating
Based on 102 reviews 4.4 Star Rating (102 reviews)

Locations

Optimum Internal Medicine and Pediatrics

Optimum Internal Medicine and Pediatrics10044 Highway 46 Bon Aqua, TN 37025
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At a Glance

  • Areas of ExpertiseDr. Burress specializes in the areas of Internal Medicine, Internal Medicine, Pediatrics & Pediatrics. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions WellPatients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Offers TelehealthThis doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top HospitalPatient Safety Excellence Award™ See hospitals

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Dr. Burress' Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Burress

4.4

102 ratings, 13 with a written review
5 Star
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4 Star
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3 Star
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2 Star
2%
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1 Star
13%
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Jeff – Nov 12, 2024
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Dec 27, 2021
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
Helpful
OIMP – Dec 22, 2021
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Kendal Russell Hamed – May 24, 2021
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
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Kerry Mangrum – Feb 07, 2021
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Alfonse Zoglio in Centerville , TN – Dec 22, 2018
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
Jackie Collins in Dickson, TN – Dec 22, 2018
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Marian in Duck River, TN – Dec 11, 2018
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
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Angela in DICKSON – Apr 10, 2018
We reviewed your complaint and per the staff you...Read More
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
Allison Howell in Memphis, TN – Jun 30, 2017
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
Sep 16, 2016
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Sarah in Dickson, TN – Jun 29, 2016
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Thank you for your kind comment.
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Rae in Centerville, TN – Feb 06, 2016
As a pediatrician, I always stress the importance...Read More
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About Me

care philosophy

``Our mission is to provide caring evidence based medicine to children and adults of all ages``. Our practice is a Group practice consisting of Dr. Burress and his mid-level providers and staff which means you will always get special attention...read more

biography

Dr. Burress is a renowned Internal Medicine and Pediatric physician that actively practices clinic and hospital medicine including acute, preventative, and chronic care.  He attended undergrad at the University of Tennessee at Martin where...read more
  • Internal Medicine

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • Yale School Of Medicine

    Residency Hospital
  • Yale School Of Medicine

    Internship Hospital
  • Gandhi Medical College

    Medical School, 1999
National Board of Physicians and Surgeons®
National Board of Physicians and Surgeons®
Internal Medicine
Pediatrics
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
Internal Medicine
American Board of Pediatrics®
Pediatrics
For detailed information about any of the below board actions, please search for the provider's records on the linked state licensing board or the Federation of State Medical Boards. To learn more about the difference between these sources, please refer to our FAQs.
Healthgrades has not received any data indicating a board action exists for this provider.
  • Victor Benator Award - Award for Top Teaching Housestaff in Internal Medicine, 2009

  • National Health Service Corps Scholar, 2005

  • Tennessee Primary Care Association's - Practitioner of the Year Award, 2010

  • Avalon Hospice Medical Director Award, 2011

Affiliated Hospitals

  • TriStar Horizon Medical Center

    111 Highway 70 E
    Dickson, TN 37055
    Recipient of 2
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2022)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    81%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% lower than the national average

    74%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    2% lower than the national average

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