Overview
Christian Gaffney, MD, treats a wide variety of conditions that impact the neck, back and spine. He is devoted to helping patients return to their active, healthy lifestyles. Dr. Gaffney offers: Dr. Gaffney also provides outreach services in Gillette, WY. Speaks: English.
Dr. Gaffney is highly rated in 5 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Spinal Stenosis, Spondylolisthesis, Lordosis, Microdiscectomy, and Herniated Disc Surgery.
Dr. Gaffney is board certified in American Board Of Orthopaedic Surgery. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 8 peer reviewed articles.
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Locations
216 Anamaria Dr, Rapid City, SD 57701
2201 South Douglas Hwy, Gillette, WY 82718
4141 5th St., Rapid City, SD 57701
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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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Christian Gaffney
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Christian Gaffney?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Christian Gaffney by calling their office at 605-721-4700. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Christian Gaffney a top-rated expert for Spinal Stenosis?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Christian Gaffney is classified as an Distinguished expert for Spinal Stenosis, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.
What conditions does Dr. Christian Gaffney specialize in?
While Dr. Christian Gaffney is a General Surgery, they have specific expertise in Spinal Stenosis, Spondylolisthesis, and Microdiscectomy. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within General Surgery.
Does Dr. Christian Gaffney participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Christian Gaffney has published 8 articles and abstracts on conditions like Spinal Stenosis. You can view a list of Dr. Christian Gaffney's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Christian Gaffney accept my insurance?
Dr. Christian Gaffney accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Avera Health. We recommend calling the office directly at 605-721-4700 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Distinguished
- Spinal StenosisDr. Gaffney isDistinguished. Learn about Spinal Stenosis.
- Advanced
- Cervical Disc SurgeryDr. Gaffney isAdvanced. Learn about Cervical Disc Surgery.
- Herniated Disc SurgeryDr. Gaffney isAdvanced. Learn about Herniated Disc Surgery.
- MicrodiscectomyDr. Gaffney isAdvanced. Learn about Microdiscectomy.
- SpondylolisthesisDr. Gaffney isAdvanced. Learn about Spondylolisthesis.
- Experienced
- Cervical SpondylosisDr. Gaffney isExperienced. Learn about Cervical Spondylosis.
- DiskitisDr. Gaffney isExperienced. Learn about Diskitis.
- Herniated DiskDr. Gaffney isExperienced. Learn about Herniated Disk.
- Invertebral Disc DiseaseDr. Gaffney isExperienced. Learn about Invertebral Disc Disease.
- LaminectomyDr. Gaffney isExperienced. Learn about Laminectomy.
- LordosisDr. Gaffney isExperienced. Learn about Lordosis.