Summary

Dr. Christopher Proctor is an orthopedic surgeon with four decades of experience treating bone, joint, and muscle conditions. He earned his medical degree from Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons and completed his residency at New York Presbyterian Hospital. Dr. Proctor specializes in both orthopedic surgery and general surgery, bringing extensive expertise to complex musculoskeletal cases. He is fluent in both English and Spanish.

Dr. Proctor practices at multiple locations throughout Santa Barbara, Solvang, and Oxnard and maintains hospital affiliations with Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital, Santa Ynez Valley Cottage Hospital, Saint Johns Regional Medical Center, and Goleta Valley Cottage Hospital. He frequently treats conditions such as shoulder sprains, arthritis, and shoulder bursitis. His surgical expertise includes shoulder instability repairs, minimally invasive arthroscopic procedures, and acromioplasty to relieve shoulder impingement. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.0 on Vitals.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4
  • 40 years of experience
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • New York Presbyterian Hospital
  • 1 written review
  • 2 specialties
  • 16 areas of expertise
  • 4 hospital affiliations
  • 8 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Locations

Dr. Christopher S Proctor has 8 locations

Alta Orthopaedics

511 Bath StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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

De La Vina Surgicenter

2323 De la Vina St Ste 102Santa Barbara, CA 93105
Mon6:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue6:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed6:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu6:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri6:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Alta Orthopaedics

2027 Village Ln Ste 101Solvang, CA 93463
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

Goleta Valley Cottage Hospital

351 S Patterson AveSanta Barbara, CA 93111

Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital

400 W Pueblo StSanta Barbara, CA 93105

Alta Orthopaedics

1701 Solar Dr Ste 190Oxnard, CA 93030
Mon8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 4:00 pm
WedClosed
ThuClosed
FriClosed
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Dr. Christopher S Proctor, MDDr. Michael Klassen, MDDr. Jaclyn Emily DerieuxDr. Jocelyn Dinolfi
Orthopedic SurgeryOrthopedic SurgerySurgerySurgery
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.9 
40 Years of Experience 37 Years of Experience 6 Years of Experience 6 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English
Santa Barbara , CAMonterey , CASanta Barbara , CASanta Barbara , CA
Med School: Columbia University College Of Physicians & Surgeons Med School: David Geffen School of Medicine - UCLA Med School: University Of Colorado School Of Medicine Med School: University Of Arizona College Of Medicine-Phoenix
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Christopher S Proctor

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid

Medical Specialties

Dr. Christopher S Proctor has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Christopher S Proctor has the following 16 areas of expertise

  • Arthroscopy
  • Bone Fracture
  • Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
  • Dupuytren's Contracture
  • Herniated Disc
  • Hip Osteoarthritis
  • Joint Pain/Swelling
  • Joint Replacement
  • Knee Osteoarthritis
  • Knee Surgery
  • Laminectomy
  • Osteoarthritis
  • Osteoarthritis (Hand and Wrist)
  • Scoliosis
  • Sports Medicine
  • Surgery

Certifications, License, & Education

40 Years Experience

Dr. Christopher S Proctor holds an expired medical license in the state of California.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of California that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at New York Presbyterian Hospital.

Medical School

Graduated from Columbia University College Of Physicians & Surgeons in 1986.

NPI Number

Dr. Proctor's NPI number is 1033291786.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What languages does Dr. Christopher Proctor speak?
Dr. Christopher Proctor speaks English and Spanish.
Does Dr. Christopher Proctor accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Christopher Proctor has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Where is Dr. Christopher Proctor's office located?
Dr. Christopher Proctor's office is located at 511 Bath St, Santa Barbara, CA, 93101.
Which hospitals is Dr. Christopher Proctor affiliated with?
Dr. Christopher Proctor is affiliated with Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital, Santa Ynez Valley Cottage Hospital, Saint Johns Regional Medical Center, and Goleta Valley Cottage Hospital.
Does Dr. Christopher Proctor accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Christopher Proctor accepts on their Vitals profile.

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