Dr. Christopher Chihlas, MD
Orthopedic Surgery*
30+ years of experience
Dr. Christopher Chihlas, MD is an orthopedic surgeon in Swansea, MA and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Virginia Commonwealth University School of Medicine in 1992. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as South County Hospital and Newport Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.
3.1 Star Rating
Based on 37 reviews 3.1 Star Rating (37 reviews)
Practice
479 Swansea Mall Dr Swansea, MA 02777Telehealth available
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Dr. Chihlas' Reviews
Likelihood to recommend Dr. Chihlas
3.1
37 ratings, 18 with a written review
| 5 star | 51% | 51% |
| 4 star | 0% | 0% |
| 3 star | 0% | 0% |
| 2 star | 3% | 3% |
| 1 star | 46% | 46% |
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Wonderful doctor!
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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Mar 20, 2025
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Very professional and informative and knowledgeab.
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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paul sheridan – Feb 26, 2025
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Amazing!
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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Feb 23, 2025
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Upfront honesty
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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Jerry – Feb 16, 2025
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Very professional and did a great job.
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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Ruben Feliz – Feb 16, 2025
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Dave from Johnston
Telehealth
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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Feb 13, 2025
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Dr Chihlas is arrogant, pompous & condescending. I'm a 46 yr old Veteran & Firefighter who he scolded like a child for asking for documentation that my Department Chief was requesting of me. Demanded that I "stop harrassing his staff" because I called his office twice for a letter stating I'd be unable to work certain upcoming shifts. When I tried to explain why I called his office requesting what I did he literally raised his right hand in the air to motion that I stop talking & refused to let me speak. I've never in my life been treated this way by someone who's supposed to be a medical professional. If you experience the same mistreatment contact Southcoast Director Sharon Smith as I did.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
- Didn't listen or answer questions
- Staff wasn't friendly
- Didn't trust the provider's decisions
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Ian Moniz – Nov 27, 2021
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Worst Doctor eve. Said I didn’t need surgery and could go back to work. I ended up rupturing my Achilles tendentious and needing extensive surgery. What a joke. Rude ignorant and wouldn’t let him care for my dog.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
- Office environment
- 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
2 others found this helpful
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Kaden iannucci – Feb 21, 2020
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He did absolutely nothing to assist me. Once he saw I was overweight, he blew me off and told me find another doctor. I was writhing in pain and my tendon has gotten worse every day since. I can not walk at all now.
He does not assist all of his patients...just who he picks and chooses.
What went well
- Wait times
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
3 others found this helpful
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Candace R – Dec 15, 2019
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Terrible! Did not listen to me. Barely examined me and was very condescending! I would definitely not recommend this doctor!
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Mar 09, 2019
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I saw Dr Chihlas for a very brief evaluation for my fractured ankle. The Dr. spent less than 5 minutes talking to me, had his assistant provide me with an ankle brace then charged me over 1,000 for the appointment, $837 of it was for "the setting of a fractured ankle, without manipulation." I contacted billing, who insisted the charge was accurate, I was floored. So all prospective patients, please beware, care and treatment provided vs the cost is hugely disproportionate.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
7 others found this helpful
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H Monoson in Somerset – Apr 19, 2018
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Beware of additional fees. This office adds a $250 new patient charge to your bill. No notification, no awareness. The explanation when I called billing was that it was because I had never been to this doctor before. Considering I was referred to this office by my primary care physician in the Southcoast system and have been in the Southcoast system for many years, well, back to buyer beware.
What went well
- Wait times
What could be improved
- Difficult to schedule appointment
- Didn't listen or answer questions
- Appointment was rushed
- Didn't trust the provider's decisions
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T W in Fall River, MA – Nov 18, 2016
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I didnt have a good experience with Dr. Chihlas when I saw him this October for ankle injury . I felt rushed like he had to many patients. When we talked on the phone about my MRI he also made it seem rushed like my medical welfare wasnt important enough. I am an athlete sorry I wasnt a high paid one. I had a great experience with a second orthopedic and im on the road to recovery.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
- Office environment
- 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
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R.Ferreira in Swansea Ma – Oct 25, 2016
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Horrible experience! Visit with Dr. Chihlas went well I thought. When he called with review of my MRI it was like talking to another person. DR.Jeckyl ,Mr Hyde he was rude and condescending. He acted like his time was more important than mine.The staff was very nice and waiting wasnt bad. Too bad this experience went awful. I will see another specialist. Go with your gut people. Be your own Advocate
They may act like God, but they're NOT!
What went well
No results
What could be improved
- Office environment
- 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
1 other person found this helpful
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Rita Ferreira in Swansea, MA – Oct 22, 2016
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Horrible experience. Dr Chihlas did not listen to me and my complaints of pain. My MRI showed I had a tear and he told me my MRI was normal. Saw a specialist which agreed with tear, just had surgery with pictures and video of huge tear. He does not listen to his patients. Would never recommend this physician.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
- Didn't listen or answer questions
- Didn't explain conditions well
- Appointment was rushed
- Didn't trust the provider's decisions
7 others found this helpful
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Oct 07, 2016
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Took wonderful care of my daughter. Very compassionate and caring.
What went well
- Office environment
- 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 other person found this helpful
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Suzanne in South Dartmouth – Aug 18, 2016
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I saw Dr Chihlas for a foot/ankle injury. He thoroughly explained my injury and answered all of my questions., Excellent experience with this office.
What went well
- Office environment
- 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 other person found this helpful
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East Taunton, MA – Jun 22, 2016
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Awesome Doctor. Jones fracture of the fifth metatarsal. He was the 3rd Doctor/opinion I saw and recommended surgery, which was booked for less than a week later. Without it, I likely would've been NWB on crutches for several months. 6 weeks post op and I'm almost 100% back to normal. Thanks dr Chihlas!!
What went well
- Office environment
- 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
4 others found this helpful
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Mike in Swansea ma – Apr 21, 2016
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Likelihood of recommending Dr. Chihlas to family and friends is 3.0810812 out of 5
About Me
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As a Southcoast Health physician, I believe in patient-centered care. I am committed to partnering with you to deliver safe and compassionate care in a comfortable environment. I believe in listening to you and understanding your concerns, respecting...read moreOrthopedic Surgery
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Va Commonwealth University Mcv School Med
Residency HospitalVa Commonwealth University Mcv School Med, Orthopedic Surgery
Residency HospitalVirginia Commonwealth University School Of Medicine
Medical School, 1992
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery®
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Orthopedic Surgery
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- Recipient of 4
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93%Patients said they were given information about recovering at home9% higher than the national average
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View all patient feedbackHow patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.
87%Patients said they were given information about recovering at home3% higher than the national average
82%Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well6% higher than the national average
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hospital awardsPatient Safety Excellence Award™ (2024)
Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications
View all awardsOutstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2023, 2022)
Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications
View all patient feedbackHow patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.
87%Patients said they were given information about recovering at home3% higher than the national average
81%Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well6% higher than the national average
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