Summary

Dr. Christopher Avendano treats respiratory failure, sleep apnea, and sleep apnea in children, and performs pulmonary function testing, sleep studies, and bronchodilator reversibility testing. He practices pulmonology and sleep medicine and is affiliated with Firelands Regional Medical Center, where he has 33 years of experience.

Dr. Avendano is board-certified in internal medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine and earned his medical degree from Ohio State University College of Medicine. He sees patients in Sandusky, Ohio. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Avendano 5 out of 5.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 5
  • 33 years of experience
  • 56 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Ohio State University Medical Center
  • 1 written review
  • 2 specialties
  • 8 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Location

Firelands Center for Sleep Disorders

1111 Hayes AvenueSandusky, OH 44870
Mon6:00 am - 4:00 pm
Tue6:00 am - 4:00 pm
Wed6:00 am - 4:00 pm
Thu6:00 am - 4:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 2:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Christopher E. Avendano, MDDr. Mark Daniel Bej, MDDr. Hector Eduardo Santiago Belledonne, MDDr. Mustafa Kazim Eren, MD
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33 Years of Experience 39 Years of Experience 25 Years of Experience 46 Years of Experience
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Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish
Sandusky , OHSheffield Village , OHSioux City , IALorain , OH
Med School: Ohio State University / College of Medicine Med School: Pennsylvania State University College Of Medicine Med School: Universidad Peruana Cayetano Heredia Facultad De Medicina Alberto Hurtado Med School: University Of Cincinnati College Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Christopher E. Avendano

  • AARP
  • AARP - Medicare
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • AmeriGroup - Medicaid
  • AmeriHealth
  • AmeriHealth - Medicaid
  • AmeriHealth - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Anthem Blue Cross - Medicaid
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - Medicare
  • Bridgeway Health Solutions
  • Buckeye Health Plan
  • Buckeye Health Plan - ACA
  • Buckeye Health Plan - Medicaid
  • CareSource
  • CareSource - Medicaid
  • CareSource - Medicaid (Managed)
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Devoted Health
  • Devoted Health - Medicare
  • Golden Rule
  • HealthScope Benefits
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Humana - Medicaid
  • Humana - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Humana - Medicare
  • Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medical Mutual
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid
  • Mutual of Omaha
  • Ohio Health Choice
  • Optum Health
  • OSU Health Plan
  • Paramount Healthcare
  • State Farm
  • SummaCare
  • Tricare
  • United American
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - ACA
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • WPS Health Plan

Medical Specialties

Christopher E. Avendano has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Christopher E. Avendano has the following 8 areas of expertise

  • Angiographic Visualization
  • Asthma
  • Chest Infection
  • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
  • Emphysema
  • Pneumonia
  • Sleep Medicine
  • Tuberculosis (TB)

Certifications, License, & Education

33 Years Experience

Christopher E. Avendano holds an active medical license in the state of Ohio. They are board certified in Internal medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

Board Certifications

Board certified in Internal medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Ohio that expires in 2027.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Ohio State University Medical Center, University Of Michigan, Medical University of South Carolina Program, Med University Sc College Of Med, and University of Michigan Hospitals - Ann Arbor, Michigan.

Medical School

Graduated from Ohio State University / College of Medicine in 1993 and Ohio State University College of Medicine And Public Health,Columbus, Ohio, United States in 1993.

NPI Number

Christopher E. Avendano's NPI number is 1003868126.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Christopher Avendano accepting new patients?
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Does Christopher Avendano accept my insurance?
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Which hospitals is Christopher Avendano affiliated with?
Christopher Avendano is affiliated with Firelands Regional Medical Center.
Does Christopher Avendano accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Christopher Avendano has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Where is Christopher Avendano's office located?
Christopher Avendano's office is located at 1111 Hayes Avenue, Sandusky, OH, 44870.

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