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Dr. Christopher Edwards, MD

Dr. Christopher Edwards, MD

Orthopedic Surgery*
35+ years of experience

Dr. Christopher Edwards, MD is an orthopedic surgeon in Atlanta, GA and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Morehouse School of Medicine in 1988. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Northside Hospital and Wellstar Cobb Medical Center. He is accepting new patients.

2.8 Star Rating
Based on 49 reviews 2.8 Star Rating (49 reviews)

Practice

285 Boulevard NE Ste 635 Atlanta, GA 30312

Make an Appointment

(404) 265-6701

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Edwards is affiliated with Wellstar Kennestone Regional Medical Center Marietta, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Edwards specializes in the area of Orthopedic Surgery. • See board certifications
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Edwards' Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Edwards

2.8

49 ratings, 16 with a written review
5 Star
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4 Star
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3 Star
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2 Star
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1 Star
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What went well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
1 person found this helpful
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Paula Gray – Aug 28, 2019
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
3 people found this helpful
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Mar 29, 2019
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What went well
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
16 people found this helpful
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GA – Nov 03, 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
1 person found this helpful
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Bette in Riverdale, GA – Jun 18, 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
  • Long wait times
4 people found this helpful
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EllieSue B. – May 09, 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
5 people found this helpful
Helpful
Daniel in Douglasville – May 01, 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
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
4 people found this helpful
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Neck Pain in Lithonia, GA – Mar 30, 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
6 people found this helpful
Helpful
Atlanta, GA – Sep 21, 2017
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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
13 people found this helpful
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Atlanta, GA – May 18, 2017
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What went well
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
16 people found this helpful
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Duluth, GA – Apr 12, 2017
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What went well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
17 people found this helpful
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Catherine in Blairsville ga – Sep 29, 2016
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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
13 people found this helpful
Helpful
Whodat in Powder Springs – Sep 08, 2016
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Long wait times
10 people found this helpful
Helpful
Disappointed in Lawrenceville, GA – Jul 14, 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
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Lee Ann in Smyrna, GA – Jun 02, 2016
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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
9 people found this helpful
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Matthew in Lawrenceville, GA – May 22, 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
What could be improved
No results
7 people found this helpful
Helpful
Vickie in Atlanta, GA – Feb 11, 2016
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About Me

care philosophy

Dr. Edwards is a board-certified fellowship trained spine surgeon with more than 20 years of experience specializing in minimally invasive spine surgery.

biography

As a leader in the field of adult spinal disorders, Dr. Christopher R. Edwards brings exceptional skill and knowledge to the specialty of adult spine rehabilitation and reconstruction. He is widely respected as one of the foremost experts in the...read more

  • Orthopedic Surgery

  • Neurology

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  • Medical Center La New Orleans Tulane

    Residency Hospital

  • Tulane University School Of Med

    Residency Hospital

  • Morehouse School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1988
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery®
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Orthopedic Surgery
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Locations

Practice

AMC Neurosurgical Asociates LLC285 Boulevard NE Ste 635 Atlanta, GA 30312
1
Office1634 White Cir Ste 101 Marietta, GA 30066
2

Practice

Northside Hospital1000 Johnson Ferry Rd Atlanta, GA 30342
3

Affiliated Hospitals

  • Northside Hospital

    1000 Johnson Ferry Rd
    Atlanta, GA 30342
    Recipient of 3
    hospital awards

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

    85%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% higher than the national average

    77%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    1% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Wellstar Kennestone Regional Medical Center

    677 Church St NE
    Marietta, GA 30060
    Recipient of 7
    hospital awards

    America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ (2023)

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2023)

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

    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

    75%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    1% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Wellstar Cobb Medical Center

    3950 Austell Rd
    Austell, GA 30106
    Recipient of 1
    hospital award

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

    84%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home
    77%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    1% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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