Christopher J. Wahl
Expertise in
5
conditions
Expertise in
5
conditions
900 Terry Avenue, Floor 3, 
Seattle, WA 

Overview

Dr. Wahl is an orthopaedic surgeon fellowship trained in sports medicine, arthroscopy and trauma. He has extensive experience in the care of professional, elite, endurance and recreational athletes, having formerly served as head team physician for the San Diego Chargers (2013 - 2015) and as Associate Professor and team physician at the University of Washington (2004 - 2012). Dr. Wahl has researched, lectured and published widely, and is recognized nationally as an expert in the treatment of high-energy, complex knee and shoulder disorders. For additional information about Dr. Wahl and his clinical experience, please visit his website: http://www.opaortho.com/staff/christopher-j-wahl-md.

Dr. Wahl is highly rated in 5 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Sandhaus Ben-Ami Syndrome, Small Patella Syndrome, Trochlear Dysplasia, Hip Replacement, and Endoscopy.

Dr. Wahl is board certified in American Board Of Orthopaedic Surgery. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 9 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Wahl is currently accepting new patients.

Graduate Institution

Yale University School Of Medicine , 1996

Residency

Yale University School of Medicine , 2001

Specialties

Orthopedics

Licenses

Orthopaedic Surgery in WA

Board Certifications

American Board Of Orthopaedic Surgery

Fellowships

Hospital for Special Surgery Cornell Medical Center Program , 2002

Hospital Affiliations

Overlake Hospital Medical Center

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Male

Insurance

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Aetna
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Locations

Seattle Surgery Center
900 Terry Avenue, Floor 3, Seattle, WA
Other Locations
Swedish First Hill
747 Broadway, Seattle, WA 98122
Swedish Cherry Hill
500 17th Avenue, Seattle, WA 98122
Orthopedic Physician Associates - First Hill
601 Broadway, Floor 7, Seattle, WA 98122
Swedish Issaquah
751 Northeast Blakely Drive, Issaquah, WA 98029

Additional Areas of Focus

Dr. Wahl has provided the following conditions as areas of focus. Please note that we may not have enough data to validate their experience in some of these conditions.

Hip Replacement
Osteochondroma
Knee Replacement
Sciatica
Osteochondritis Dissecans
Chondroma
Frozen Shoulder
Compartment Syndrome
Infectious Arthritis
Osteonecrosis
Bursitis
Arthritis
Osteoarthritis
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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. Christopher J. Wahl

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You can book an appointment with Dr. Christopher J. Wahl by calling their office at 206-382-1021. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. Christopher J. Wahl a top-rated expert for Sandhaus Ben-Ami Syndrome?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Christopher J. Wahl is classified as an Advanced expert for Sandhaus Ben-Ami Syndrome, 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. Christopher J. Wahl specialize in?

While Dr. Christopher J. Wahl is a Orthopedics, they have specific expertise in Sandhaus Ben-Ami Syndrome, Small Patella Syndrome, and Trochlear Dysplasia. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Orthopedics.

Does Dr. Christopher J. Wahl participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Christopher J. Wahl has published 9 articles and abstracts on conditions like Sandhaus Ben-Ami Syndrome. You can view a list of Dr. Christopher J. Wahl's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Christopher J. Wahl accept my insurance?

Dr. Christopher J. Wahl accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Ambetter. We recommend calling the office directly at 206-382-1021 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

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