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Dr. Christopher Fender, MD

Dr. Christopher Fender, MD

Cosmetic, Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery*
20+ years of experience

Dr. Christopher Fender, MD is a plastic surgeon in Golden, CO and has over 20 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Rochester in 2003. He is affiliated with CommonSpirit St. Anthony Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

3.7 Star Rating
Based on 15 reviews 3.7 Star Rating (15 reviews)

At a Glance

  • Areas of ExpertiseDr. Fender specializes in the areas of Hand Surgery & Plastic Surgery. See board certifications
  • Friendly StaffPatients said the staff was friendly. See reviews
  • Hospital SatisfactionPatients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. See hospitals
  • Easy SchedulingPatients said scheduling was easy. See reviews

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Dr. Fender's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Fender

3.7

15 ratings, 6 with a written review
5 Star
67%
67%
4 Star
0%
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3 Star
0%
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2 Star
7%
7%
1 Star
27%
27%

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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
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Shannon Schonlaw – Dec 19, 2023
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
May 29, 2019
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
Sherri in CO, CO – Aug 15, 2018
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What went well
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Staff wasn't friendly
5 people found this helpful
Helpful
John in Denver, CO – Jul 11, 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
8 people found this helpful
Helpful
Sharon Ritter in Westminster, CO – Apr 17, 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
7 people found this helpful
Helpful
David in Denver, CO – Feb 26, 2016
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About Me

care philosophy

Dr. Fender is a reconstructive plastic surgeon. His interests include caring for patients with skin cancers, as well as large, complex wounds. He has a true passion for hand surgery and enjoys the challenge and satisfaction provided by restoring...read more
  • Cosmetic, Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery

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  • Oregon Health & Science University

    Fellowship Hospital
  • University Of Rochester

    Medical School, 2003
  • University Of Rochester School Of Medicine & Dentistry

    Medical School, 2003
  • Stanford University

    Undergraduate School, 1999
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Plastic Surgery®
Hand Surgery
Plastic Surgery
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • CommonSpirit St. Anthony Hospital

    11600 W 2nd Pl
    Lakewood, CO 80228
    Recipient of 4
    hospital awards

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

    86%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% higher 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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