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 Rhizarthrosis. 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.
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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.
James R. Urbaniak, MD, Sports Sciences Institute
I have the opportunity to help restore function and allow patients to resume what they want and need to do. Some patients just need to understand their condition, while others may benefit from therapy or surgery. I treat conditions in the upper extremity, from the elbow to the hand. This includes common conditions, such as fractures, dislocations, and ligament injuries of the hand, wrist, or forearm. I also treat nerve compressions in the wrist or elbow, such as carpal tunnel syndrome or cubital tunnel syndrome, arthritis of the thumb, hand, and wrist, and tendonitis. I also see patients of all ages for less common conditions, such as vascular disorders and developmental and acquired conditions. Outside of work, I enjoy sports and spending time with my family. Dr. Hammert is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Rhizarthrosis. His top areas of expertise are Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Rhizarthrosis, Mononeuritis Multiplex, Fasciotomy, and Osteotomy.
Duke Ambulatory Surgery Center Arringdon
I am a hand and reconstructive surgeon who treats all conditions of the hand, wrist, and forearm and performs nerve and soft tissue reconstructive procedures all over the body. I have a particular interest in conditions causing poor blood flow to the hands and reconstruction of traumatic upper and lower extremity injuries. I trained as an engineer and try to be analytical and thorough in my approach, but I truly cherish most the personal engagement and interaction I have with my patients. During my medical training, I enjoyed learning about the complexities of the form and function of the hand, so I decided to focus my practice in this area. My father was a family medicine doctor and I have always felt that being a doctor is one of the highest callings. Dr. Mithani is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Rhizarthrosis. His top areas of expertise are Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Rhizarthrosis, Trigger Thumb, Osteotomy, and Fasciotomy.
Duke Raleigh Hospital
George Edwards-Iii is an Orthopedics provider in Raleigh, North Carolina. Dr. Edwards-Iii has been practicing medicine for over 18 years and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Rhizarthrosis. His top areas of expertise are Rhizarthrosis, Dupuytren Contracture, Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Trigger Thumb, and Fasciotomy. Dr. Edwards-Iii is currently accepting new patients.
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.