Overview
As a board-certified orthopedic surgeon, Christopher Gaunder, MD, specializes in a multitude of orthopedic injuries to include hip and knee replacement and reconstruction by employing the most current nonoperative and operative techniques to treat arthritic and complex problems of the hip and knee. This includes interests in anterior approach hip replacement, total and partial knee replacement, robotic assisted joint replacements and revision surgery for failed joint replacements.Dr. Gaunder is a native Georgian and Air Force veteran. He completed his undergraduate studies at the University of Georgia, where he majored in Biology, lettered in football and was a member of the 2005 SEC Championship team. He graduated Cum Laude in 2007. He attended medical school at Mercer University in Savannah, Georgia where he was awarded the McAfee Endowed Vision and Leadership Scholarship. He then completed his residency training in Orthopaedic Surgery at Brooke Army Medical Center in San Antonio, Texas. As a Major in the United States Air Force, Dr. Gaunder served for ten years both in San Antonio, Texas and Dayton, Ohio.Dr. Gaunder has numerous peer reviewed publications as well as academic presentations. He has authored book chapters and has represented the Academy of Orthopedic surgeons in appointed committee positions throughout his career.Dr. Gaunder is happily married with three children. While not serving his patients, he enjoys spending time with family, cooking, hosting church related activities and rooting for the Georgia Bulldogs!.
Dr. Gaunder is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Bursitis, Tendinitis, Tenosynovitis, and Hip Replacement.
His clinical research consists of co-authoring 7 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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Locations
1305 Jennings Mill Rd, Bldg 300-110, Watkinsville, GA 30677
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 L. Gaunder
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Christopher L. Gaunder?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Christopher L. Gaunder by calling their office at 706-613-5880. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Christopher L. Gaunder a top-rated expert for Osteoarthritis?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Christopher L. Gaunder is classified as an Distinguished expert for Osteoarthritis, 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 L. Gaunder specialize in?
While Dr. Christopher L. Gaunder is a Orthopedics, they have specific expertise in Osteoarthritis, Bursitis, and Tendinitis. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Orthopedics.
Does Dr. Christopher L. Gaunder participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Christopher L. Gaunder has published 7 articles and abstracts on conditions like Osteoarthritis. You can view a list of Dr. Christopher L. Gaunder's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Christopher L. Gaunder accept my insurance?
Dr. Christopher L. Gaunder accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Alliant Health. We recommend calling the office directly at 706-613-5880 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Distinguished
- OsteoarthritisDr. Gaunder isDistinguished. Learn about Osteoarthritis.
- Advanced
- BursitisDr. Gaunder isAdvanced. Learn about Bursitis.
- TendinitisDr. Gaunder isAdvanced. Learn about Tendinitis.
- TenosynovitisDr. Gaunder isAdvanced. Learn about Tenosynovitis.
- Experienced
- Baker CystDr. Gaunder isExperienced. Learn about Baker Cyst.
- CoccydyniaDr. Gaunder isExperienced. Learn about Coccydynia.
- Compartment SyndromeDr. Gaunder isExperienced. Learn about Compartment Syndrome.
- Foot DropDr. Gaunder isExperienced. Learn about Foot Drop.
- Hip ReplacementDr. Gaunder isExperienced. Learn about Hip Replacement.
- Infectious ArthritisDr. Gaunder isExperienced. Learn about Infectious Arthritis.