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Dr. Christopher Palmer is an orthopedic surgeon with 35 years of experience helping patients overcome musculoskeletal challenges. He earned his medical degree from the University of Alabama - Birmingham and completed his internship at Keesler Medical Center in 1992. His comprehensive training continued with a residency at Wilford Hall Medical Center, finishing in 1998, followed by specialized fellowships at both the University of Tennessee College of Medicine Chattanooga and Erlanger Medical Center in 1999. Dr. Palmer communicates with patients in English.
Dr. Palmer maintains affiliations with multiple respected medical centers, including UAB Hospital Birmingham, UAB Highlands, and Ochsner Medical Center Hancock, and practices in Diamondhead, Mississippi. He focuses on treating joint pain, knee problems, and mobility issues that affect patients' daily activities. His treatment approach includes coordinating physical therapy programs, developing strength training regimens, and …utilizing hands-on manual therapy techniques to help patients regain function and reduce discomfort.
Read More Read less Dr. Palmer maintains affiliations with multiple respected medical centers, including UAB Hospital Birmingham, UAB Highlands, and Ochsner Medical Center Hancock, and practices in Diamondhead, Mississippi. He focuses on treating joint pain, knee problems, and mobility issues that affect patients' daily activities. His treatment approach includes coordinating physical therapy programs, developing strength training regimens, and …utilizing hands-on manual therapy techniques to help patients regain function and reduce discomfort.
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Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 35 years of experience
- speaks English
- University of Tennessee College of Medicine Chattanooga
- 2 specialties
- 16 areas of expertise
- 2 board certifications
- 7 hospital affiliations
- 1 office location
- Male
Office Location
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| Orthopedic Surgery | Orthopedic Surgery | Orthopaedic Trauma | Orthopedic Spine Surgery |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | ||
| 35 Years of Experience | 26 Years of Experience | 42 Years of Experience | 48 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks English | Speaks English, Spanish | Speaks English | Speaks Spanish, English |
| Diamondhead , MS | Slidell , LA | Gulfport , MS | Slidell , LA |
| Med School: University of Alabama - Birmingham | Med School: Tulane University School Of Medicine | Med School: New York University School Of Medicine | Med School: Tulane University School Of Medicine |
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Medical Specialties
Dr. Christopher Palmer has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Christopher Palmer has the following 16 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
35 Years Experience
MEDICAL LICENSE
Medical Doctor, Alabama, 2025, Expired
Medical Doctor, Mississippi, 2026, Active
EDUCATION & TRAINING
Fellowship
University of Tennessee College of Medicine Chattanooga1999
Erlanger Medical Center1999
Residency
Wilford Hall Medical Center1998
Internship
Keesler Medical Center1992
Medical School
University of Alabama - BirminghamGraduated in 1991
Univ of Alabama School of MedicneGraduated in 1991
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- Which hospitals is Dr. Christopher Palmer affiliated with?
- Dr. Christopher Palmer is affiliated with Uab Hospital Birmingham, Uab Highlands, Ochsner Medical Center Hancock, Wythe County Community Hospital, Slidell Memorial Hospital East, Sterling Surgical Hospital, and Our Lady Of The Lake Surgical Hospital.
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