Dr. Christopher S. Klifto
Overview
I am an orthopaedic surgeon specializing in upper extremity conditions. My focus is on treating orthopaedic issues related to the shoulder and elbow, including arthritis, rotator cuff injuries, labral tears, frozen shoulder, sports injuries, fractures, tendon injuries, and cubital tunnel syndrome. I offer both conservative and surgical treatment options, collaborating with each patient to determine the best plan of care based on their individual goals. My expertise includes various shoulder surgeries such as reverse total shoulder arthroplasty, anatomic shoulder arthroplasty, and shoulder hemiarthroplasty, as well as procedures like rotator cuff repair, shoulder labral reconstruction, and shoulder arthroscopy. Additionally, I address upper extremity fractures, including those of the shoulder, clavicle, humeral shaft, and elbow. My personal experience with injuries has shaped my approach, allowing me to empathize with patients and treat them with compassion and respect. I am actively involved in research, with a specific focus on the shoulder. The collaborative research environment at Duke Health is unparalleled, and I find great satisfaction in helping patients regain their desired level of activity.
Dr. Klifto is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Radial Nerve Dysfunction. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Tendinitis, Hypermobile Joints, Osteotomy, and Endoscopy.
His clinical research consists of co-authoring 198 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years. In particular, he has co-authored 1 article in the study of Radial Nerve Dysfunction.
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- HMO
- POS
- INSURANCE PLAN
- MEDICARE MAPD
- OTHER COMMERCIAL
- PPO
- HMO
- EPO
- HMO
- POS
- PPO
- EPO
- HMO
- INSURANCE PLAN
- MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
- MEDICARE MAPD
- MEDICARE PDP
- MEDICARE SNP
- MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
- OTHER MEDICARE
- OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Locations
3609 SW Durham Dr, Durham, NC 27707
Clinical Research
Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.
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I am an orthopedic surgeon with additional training in hand, peripheral nerve, and microvascular surgery. My practice, in particular, focuses on the treatment of acute and chronic peripheral nerve injuries in patients of all ages, from birth to adult. These encompass injuries in both the arms and legs, the brachial plexus, as well as extremity dysfunction that result from stroke, traumatic brain injuries, cerebral palsy, or spinal cord injuries. In our clinic, we strive to listen and systematically work to diagnose the injury in order to present treatment strategies. Treatment may include careful observation with therapy or surgical options that involve nerve decompression, repair, or reconstruction or extremity reanimation through muscle, tendon, or bone-based surgeries. In providing comprehensive multi-disciplinary care to achieve the best outcome, we have established a peripheral nerve team with providers from neurosurgery, plastic surgery, neurology, physical medicine and rehabilitation, radiology, occupational therapy, and physical therapy. Understanding that recovering from nerve injuries takes time, my team and I will be alongside you at each step in your journey toward restoring function and well-being. Dr. Li is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Radial Nerve Dysfunction. His top areas of expertise are Brachial Plexopathy, Radial Nerve Dysfunction, Tenosynovitis, Shoulder Arthroscopy, and Spinal Fusion.
Areas of Expertise
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- Distinguished
- Hypermobile JointsDr. Klifto isDistinguished. Learn about Hypermobile Joints.
- OsteoarthritisDr. Klifto isDistinguished. Learn about Osteoarthritis.
- TendinitisDr. Klifto isDistinguished. Learn about Tendinitis.
- Advanced
- Acute PainDr. Klifto isAdvanced. Learn about Acute Pain.
- Bone GraftDr. Klifto isAdvanced. Learn about Bone Graft.
- Carpal Tunnel SyndromeDr. Klifto isAdvanced. Learn about Carpal Tunnel Syndrome.
- EndoscopyDr. Klifto isAdvanced. Learn about Endoscopy.
- Frozen ShoulderDr. Klifto isAdvanced. Learn about Frozen Shoulder.
- Mononeuritis MultiplexDr. Klifto isAdvanced. Learn about Mononeuritis Multiplex.
- Experienced
- ArthritisDr. Klifto isExperienced. Learn about Arthritis.
- BursitisDr. Klifto isExperienced. Learn about Bursitis.
- Ganglion CystDr. Klifto isExperienced. Learn about Ganglion Cyst.
- Hip ReplacementDr. Klifto isExperienced. Learn about Hip Replacement.
- Radial Nerve DysfunctionDr. Klifto isExperienced. Learn about Radial Nerve Dysfunction.
- RhizarthrosisDr. Klifto isExperienced. Learn about Rhizarthrosis.