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 Small Patella Syndrome, Sandhaus Ben-Ami 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 8 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Wahl is currently accepting new patients.
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Locations
510 8th Ave NE, Suite 200, Issaquah, WA 98029
747 Broadway, Seattle, WA 98122
500 17th Avenue, Seattle, WA 98122
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.
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
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Christopher J. Wahl?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Christopher J. Wahl by calling their office at 425-392-3030. 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 Small Patella 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 Small Patella 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 Small Patella Syndrome, Sandhaus Ben-Ami 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 8 articles and abstracts on conditions like Small Patella 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 425-392-3030 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Advanced
- BowlegsDr. Wahl isAdvanced. Learn about Bowlegs.
- OsteoarthritisDr. Wahl isAdvanced. Learn about Osteoarthritis.
- Sandhaus Ben-Ami SyndromeDr. Wahl isAdvanced. Learn about Sandhaus Ben-Ami Syndrome.
- Small Patella SyndromeDr. Wahl isAdvanced. Learn about Small Patella Syndrome.
- Trochlear DysplasiaDr. Wahl isAdvanced. Learn about Trochlear Dysplasia.
- Experienced
- Achilles Tendon RuptureDr. Wahl isExperienced. Learn about Achilles Tendon Rupture.
- Acute PainDr. Wahl isExperienced. Learn about Acute Pain.
- Baker CystDr. Wahl isExperienced. Learn about Baker Cyst.
- BursitisDr. Wahl isExperienced. Learn about Bursitis.
- Calcium Pyrophosphate ArthritisDr. Wahl isExperienced. Learn about Calcium Pyrophosphate Arthritis.
- EndoscopyDr. Wahl isExperienced. Learn about Endoscopy.
- Frozen ShoulderDr. Wahl isExperienced. Learn about Frozen Shoulder.
- Hip ReplacementDr. Wahl isExperienced. Learn about Hip Replacement.
- Infectious ArthritisDr. Wahl isExperienced. Learn about Infectious Arthritis.
- Knock KneesDr. Wahl isExperienced. Learn about Knock Knees.
- Osgood-Schlatter DiseaseDr. Wahl isExperienced. Learn about Osgood-Schlatter Disease.
- Osteochondritis DissecansDr. Wahl isExperienced. Learn about Osteochondritis Dissecans.
- Pigmented Villonodular SynovitisDr. Wahl isExperienced. Learn about Pigmented Villonodular Synovitis.
- Synovial OsteochondromatosisDr. Wahl isExperienced. Learn about Synovial Osteochondromatosis.
- SynovitisDr. Wahl isExperienced. Learn about Synovitis.
- TendinitisDr. Wahl isExperienced. Learn about Tendinitis.
- TenosynovitisDr. Wahl isExperienced. Learn about Tenosynovitis.