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11 Ratings with 11 written Reviews
Summary
Dr. Christian Gaffney is an orthopedic surgeon who specializes in spine care. He earned his medical degree from Harvard Medical School and completed his residency at the University of Utah Medical Center. With 15 years of experience in orthopedic surgery, Dr. Gaffney focuses specifically on spine-related conditions and procedures. He speaks English and is well-equipped to provide comprehensive spinal care for his patients.
Dr. Gaffney practices at the Sanford Health Spine Center in Rapid City, South Dakota, and maintains hospital privileges at University of Utah Hospital. His expertise includes treating herniated discs, cervical disc disease, and back pain during pregnancy. He performs specialized spine surgery procedures to help patients find relief from complex spinal conditions. Patients consistently rate Dr. Gaffney highly for his care, giving him an average rating of 5.0.
Dr. Gaffney practices at the Sanford Health Spine Center in Rapid City, South Dakota, and maintains hospital privileges at University of Utah Hospital. His expertise includes treating herniated discs, cervical disc disease, and back pain during pregnancy. He performs specialized spine surgery procedures to help patients find relief from complex spinal conditions. Patients consistently rate Dr. Gaffney highly for his care, giving him an average rating of 5.0.
Overview based on verified provider data
Quick Facts
- 15 years of experience
- 36 insurance plans accepted
- speaks English
- Univ Of Utah Medical Center
- 11 written reviews
- 2 specialties
- 13 areas of expertise
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 1 office location
- Male
Patients’ Perspective
- Gave an accurate diagnosis
- Had a good bedside manner
- Spent time with me
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Office Location
Sanford Health Spine Center
4141 5th StRapid City, SD 57701 Tel: (605) 341-1414
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 3:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
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| Orthopedic Surgery | Orthopedic Surgery | Hand Surgery | Orthopedic Surgery |
| Accepts New Patients | |||
| 15 Years of Experience | 9 Years of Experience | 25 Years of Experience | 26 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks English | Speaks English | Speaks English | |
| Rapid City , SD | Fort Sam Houston , TX | Fargo , ND | Rapid City , SD |
| Med School: Harvard Medical School | Med School: Uniformed Services Univ Of The Health Sciences F E Hebert Schl Of Medicine | Med School: Creighton University School Of Medicine | Med School: Loma Linda University School Of Medicine |
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Christian Gaffney
Medical Specialties
Christian Gaffney has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Christian Gaffney has the following 13 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
15 Years Experience
Christian Gaffney holds expired and active medical licenses in the states of Wyoming and South Dakota.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Wyoming that expired in 2026 and an active medical license in the state of South Dakota that expires in 2027.
Education & Training
Residency
Completed their residency at Univ Of Utah Medical Center.
Medical School
Graduated from Harvard Medical School in 2011.
NPI Number
Christian Gaffney's NPI number is 1972860534.
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- Which hospitals is Christian Gaffney affiliated with?
- Christian Gaffney is affiliated with University Of Utah Hospital.
- What languages does Christian Gaffney speak?
- Christian Gaffney speaks English.
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