Dr. Christopher J. Coufal, MD | Brentwood, CA | Trauma Surgeon

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Dr. Coufal is one of two full-time orthopedic trauma surgeons at Muir Orthopaedic Specialists. He has extensive experience in fracture care, including fractures of the pelvis and accetabulum, and specialized in Ilizarov techniques for the treatment of acute fractures, alunions, non-unions, and correction of angular deformities. He sees both pediatric and adult fracture patients. Dr. Coufal began practicing medicine in 1998. He completed his medical school and orthopedic residency at the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston. He is a fellowship trained orthopedic traumatologist from Henry Ford and Detroit Receiving Hospitals in Michigan. Currently he is a full-time orthopedic trauma surgeon at John Muir Medical Center, the regional trauma center.

accepting new patients
4.1

24 Ratings
34 years of experience
45 insurance plans accepted
speaks English, Spanish
University Of Texas Health Science Center
13 written reviews
3 specialties
17 areas of expertise
3 board certifications
1 hospital affiliation
2 office locations
Male

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

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Dr. Coufal's Ratings and Reviews

4.1

24 Ratings with 13 written Reviews

Average Wait Time 14 Minutes

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Gave an accurate diagnosis: (16) Did WellNeeds Improvement (3)
Had a good bedside manner: (15) Did WellNeeds Improvement (4)
Spent time with me: (15) Did WellNeeds Improvement (4)
Provided follow-up after the visit: (15) Did WellNeeds Improvement (4)
Flexible scheduling: (14) Did WellNeeds Improvement (3)
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I have had several surgeries in my lifetime and Dr Coufal has been the best surgeon by far..I met him during an trauma er visit and he took very good care of me..and his after care was just as well..very detailed with his explanations and made sure I understood everything..

November 13th, 2024

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He provided me with amazing care following a shattered elbow. Performed a radial head arthroplasty and prepared me very well for the surgery and what to expect after. Through the course of recovery, he was there to guide and advise and we had follow up appointments monthly for a year post op. Really good demeanor, very smart, and direct. Kind and caring and friendly, and no ego. I count my blessings I got this surgeon following an extremely traumatic injury.

September 3rd, 2024

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Dr.Coufal wonderful! Very caring and patient. He repaired my tibia plateau fracture in Dec 2023. He did ha great job. Unfortunately I had to have a bar and seven pins put in to hold my leg together.

July 8th, 2024

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Dr. Coufal repaired my broken ankle through surgery. Excellent doctor. His expertise was even talked about by the hospital staff. His objective is to get you up and moving and back to normal as quickly as possible

May 28th, 2023

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This doctor jumped in to help me when I was desperate with a broken femur. He fixed what would have been a devastating break in a leg already compromised and he has given me myalife. You can depend on him absolutely and surely to take the best care of you that you can imagine. In the world of surgery he is the best.

April 6th, 2023

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Whom ever said Dr.Coufal has a God like complex MUST be a WORKERS COMP CLAIMS ADJUSTER!!!!!! Dr.Coufal saved my life and continues to help heal me along with his colleagues. I HAVE BEEN 100% SATISFIED John Muir!!!!!!!!!!!. GOD BLESS ALL OF YOU AT JOHN MUIR.

January 10th, 2017

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Arrogant and condescending. Fair surgeon with God like complex â?? Much better surgeons out there with better personality and bedside manner.

December 1st, 2015

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Very friendly and an amazing surgeon. I was a trauma patient with many complications. Excellent

May 9th, 2015

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This guy is the greatest. A master at his work

January 30th, 2015

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Outstanding MD - The absolute best at what he does, bedside manner is amazing. Just can't say enough good things about the experience. Still under his care and very thankful he was available when the trauma occured.

May 31st, 2014

Golden State Orthopedics & Spine

350 John Muir Pkwy Ste 100Brentwood, CA 94513

Tel: (925) 939-8585

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Dr. Christopher Joseph Coufal, MD	Dr. Mark Alexander Reiley	Dr. Charles William Barnes	Dr. Adam Joseph Murrietta
Trauma Surgery	Orthopedic Surgery	Orthopedic Surgery	Orthopedic Surgery
Accepts New Patients
4.1 (24 Ratings)	4 (4 Ratings)	5 (2 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)
34 Years of Experience	47 Years of Experience	69 Years of Experience	7 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish	Speaks English	Speaks English
Brentwood , CA	Berkeley , CA	Alamo , CA	Boston , MA
Med School: Mcgovern Medical School At The Univ Of Texas Health Science Ctr At Houston	Med School: George Washington University School Of Medicine & Health Sciences	Med School: Univ Of Toronto Fac Of Med	Med School: Keck School Of Medicine Of The University Of Southern California
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Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at University Of Texas Health Science Center.

Medical School

Graduated from Mcgovern Medical School At The Univ Of Texas Health Science Ctr At Houston in 1992.

NPI Number

Dr. Coufal's NPI number is 1467402859.

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