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Claiborne A. Christian, MD

4.9

Based on 619 Reviews

Originally from Virginia, Dr. Christian is a veteran athlete—playing multiple sports in high school and college. It was his early athletic experiences that initiated his interest in sports medicine. He has previously served as the physician representative on the Department of Labor's Workers' Compensation Cost Containment Committee. Currently, he resides and practices in Mississippi, and has been named DeSoto's Best Orthopaedist multiple times. Dr. Christian evaluates and treats all areas of orthopaedics, and his surgical practice specializes in knee and shoulder surgery.

When he is not with patients, Dr. Christian enjoys reading or working in his garden. He also enjoys traveling and spending quality time with his family.

FELLOWSHIP

Sports Medicine, Knee & Shoulder Surgery, University of Florida - Gainesville, FL

EDUCATION

Davidson College - Davidson, NC

Medical School: Medical College of Virginia - Richmond, VA

Residency: Orthopaedic Surgery, University of Tennessee, Campbell Clinic - Memphis, TN

PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS

  • American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS)
  • American Orthopaedic Society for Sports Medicine
  • Arthroscopy Association of North America (AANA)

TEAM PHYSICIAN

ACCOLADES

FAQs

What kind of orthopedic care does Dr. Christian provide?
Dr. Christian evaluates and treats all areas of orthopedics, with his surgical practice focused on knee and shoulder conditions. His background as a multi-sport athlete shaped his early interest in sports medicine.

Does Dr. Christian treat sports injuries?
Yes. Dr. Christian's fellowship training is in Sports Medicine, Knee & Shoulder Surgery, and he serves as team physician for Northpoint Christian, Hernando High School, and Olive Branch High School.

Does Dr. Christian handle workers' compensation cases?
Yes. Dr. Christian has extensive workers' comp experience, having previously served as the physician representative on the Department of Labor's Workers' Compensation Cost Containment Committee.

Does Dr. Christian perform knee and shoulder surgery?
Yes. His surgical practice specializes in knee and shoulder surgery, in addition to evaluating and treating general orthopedic conditions.

Where does Dr. Christian see patients?
Dr. Christian sees patients at OrthoSouth's Hernando, MS and Southaven, MS locations.

Is Dr. Christian accepting new patients?
Yes, Dr. Christian is accepting new patients.

CERTIFICATIONS

Dr. Claiborne Christian is board certified in orthopaedic surgery.