3.8
20 Ratings with 2 written Reviews
Summary
Dr. Christopher Formal is an orthopedic surgeon who specializes in physical medicine and rehabilitation with a focus on sports medicine. He earned his medical degree from the University of Maryland at Baltimore and completed his residency training in physical medicine and rehabilitation at Thomas Jefferson University Hospital. With 47 years of clinical experience, Dr. Formal is board certified in physical medicine and rehabilitation by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation. He provides care in English.
Dr. Formal practices at Magee Rehabilitation Hospital in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. His expertise includes treating patients with paralysis, spinal cord injuries, and paraplegia. He offers comprehensive rehabilitation services including physical therapy, strength training, and manual therapy to help patients regain function and mobility. Patients rate Dr. Formal 3.8 out of 5 stars on average for his care.
Dr. Formal practices at Magee Rehabilitation Hospital in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. His expertise includes treating patients with paralysis, spinal cord injuries, and paraplegia. He offers comprehensive rehabilitation services including physical therapy, strength training, and manual therapy to help patients regain function and mobility. Patients rate Dr. Formal 3.8 out of 5 stars on average for his care.
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Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 47 years of experience
- 44 insurance plans accepted
- speaks English
- Thomas Jefferson University Hospital Program
- 2 written reviews
- 3 specialties
- 10 areas of expertise
- 1 board certification
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 1 office location
- Male
Office Location
Jefferson Moss-Magee Rehabilitation Hospital - Center City
1513 Race StPhiladelphia, PA 19102 Tel: (215) 587-3000
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| Orthopedic Surgery | Orthopedic Surgery | Orthopedic Surgery | Orthopedic Surgery |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients |
| 47 Years of Experience | 43 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 | Speaks English |
| Philadelphia , PA | Wilmington , DE | Wilmington , DE | Newark , DE |
| Med School: University of Maryland At Baltimore / Professional Schools | Med School: Hahnemann University School of Medicine | Med School: University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine | Med School: Medical College of Virginia |
Current Profile | View Profile | View Profile | View Profile |
Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Christopher S. Formal
Medical Specialties
Dr. Christopher S. Formal has the following 3 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Christopher S. Formal has the following 10 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
47 Years Experience
BOARD CERTIFICATIONS
American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
MEDICAL LICENSE
Medical Doctor, Pennsylvania, 2026, Active
EDUCATION & TRAINING
Residency
Thomas Jefferson University Hospital Program
Thos Jefferson Univ Hosp, Physical Medicine And Rehabilitation
Medical School
University of Maryland At Baltimore / Professional SchoolsGraduated in 1979
University of Maryland School of MedicineGraduated in 1979
University of Md Sch of Med, Baltimore MdGraduated in 1979
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