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Dr. Christopher McFarren, MD

Dr. Christopher McFarren, MD

Nephrology*
30+ years of experience

Dr. Christopher McFarren, MD is a nephrologist in Asheville, NC and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of South Florida in 1994. He is affiliated with medical facilities Pardee Hospital and Anmed Health Medical Center.

2 Star Rating
Based on 5 reviews 2 Star Rating (5 reviews)

Practice

1100 Tunnel Rd Asheville, NC 28805

Make an Appointment

(828) 298-7911

Hospital Highlight

Dr. McFarren is affiliated with Pardee Hospital Hendersonville, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ • See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. McFarren's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. McFarren

2.0

5 ratings, 4 with a written review
5 Star
20%
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4 Star
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3 Star
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2 Star
20%
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1 Star
60%
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What went well
  • Wait times
What could be improved
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Oct 13, 2021
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Tampa, FL – Jul 13, 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
2 people found this helpful
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Garrison in Tampa, FL – Aug 31, 2016
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What went well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
4 people found this helpful
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Not So Happy in Tampa, FL – Apr 08, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. Christopher McFarren, MD is a nephrologist in Asheville, NC and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of South Florida in 1994. He is affiliated with medical facilities Pardee Hospital and Anmed Health Medical Center.

  • Nephrology

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  • University Of South Florida

    Medical School, 1994
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Locations

Practice

Asheville Veteran Medical Center1100 Tunnel Rd Asheville, NC 28805
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Pardee Hospital

    800 N Justice St
    Hendersonville, NC 28791
    Recipient of 25
    hospital awards

    America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

    View all awards

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

    87%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% higher than the national average

    83%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    7% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Anmed Health Medical Center

    800 N Fant St
    Anderson, SC 29621
    Recipient of 1
    hospital award

    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

    76%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well
    View all patient feedback
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