Summary

Dr. Christopher Palma is a rheumatologist with 15 years of experience treating patients with arthritis and other joint conditions. He earned his medical degree from the University of Rochester School of Medicine & Dentistry. Dr. Palma speaks English and specializes in helping patients manage complex inflammatory and degenerative joint diseases.

Dr. Palma practices at several locations throughout Rochester and Canandaigua, New York, with affiliations at Highland Hospital, Frederick Ferris Thompson Hospital, Golisano Children's Hospital at Strong, and Strong URMC. He treats patients with rheumatoid arthritis and osteoarthritis, helping them find relief from joint pain and mobility issues. His approach includes comprehensive blood work and metabolic testing to monitor disease activity, and he works closely with physical therapy teams to improve patient movement and function.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 15 years of experience
  • speaks English
  • University Of Rochester School Of Medicine & Dentistry
  • 1 specialty
  • 4 hospital affiliations
  • 3 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Christopher Robert Palma has 3 locations

Ur Medicine Rheumatology

400 Red Creek Dr Ste 240Rochester, NY 14623
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 - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Highland Hospital

1000 South AveRochester, NY 14620

University Of Rochester Rheumatology Clinic

395 WEST ST STE 007CANANDAIGUA, NY 14424
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 - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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RheumatologyRheumatologyPediatricsRheumatology
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
3.8 
15 Years of Experience 31 Years of Experience 8 Years of Experience 8 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish
Rochester , NYParamus , NJRochester , NYRochester , NY
Med School: University Of Rochester School Of Medicine & Dentistry Med School: Sackler School Of Medicine Med School: St Georges University School Of Medicine Med School: Instituto Tecnologico De Santo Domingo (Intec) Fac De Ciencias De La Salud
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Christopher Robert Palma

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Medical Specialties

Dr. Christopher Robert Palma has the following specialty

Certifications, License, & Education

15 Years Experience

Dr. Christopher Robert Palma holds an active medical license in the state of New York.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of New York that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from University Of Rochester School Of Medicine & Dentistry in 2011.

NPI Number

Dr. Palma's NPI number is 1811286032.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Dr. Christopher Palma accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Christopher Palma has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Where is Dr. Christopher Palma's office located?
Dr. Christopher Palma's office is located at 400 Red Creek Dr Ste 240, Rochester, NY, 14623.
What languages does Dr. Christopher Palma speak?
Dr. Christopher Palma speaks English.
Which hospitals is Dr. Christopher Palma affiliated with?
Dr. Christopher Palma is affiliated with Highland Hospital, Frederick Ferris Thompson Hospital Inc, Golisano Childrens Hospital At Strong, and STRONG URMC.
Does Dr. Christopher Palma accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Christopher Palma accepts on their Vitals profile.

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