Summary

Dr. Christopher Rippel is a urologist with 18 years of experience treating conditions affecting the urinary system and male reproductive health. He earned his medical degree from the University of Pittsburgh and focuses his practice on urological care. Dr. Rippel speaks English and brings nearly two decades of expertise to his patient care.

Dr. Rippel is affiliated with Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center and practices at locations in Christiansburg and Pearisburg, Virginia. He specializes in treating prostate cancer, including recurrent and advanced cases. His procedures include CT scans for diagnostic imaging and radiation therapy for cancer treatment. Patients have given him an average rating of 5.0, reflecting their confidence in his care.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 5
  • 18 years of experience
  • 35 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • University of Pittsburgh / Main Campus
  • 1 written review
  • 1 specialty
  • 7 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 2 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Christopher A. Rippel has 2 locations

Carilion Clinic Urology - Christiansburg

120 Akers Farm RdChristiansburg, VA 24073
Mon8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:30 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Carilion Clinic Urology - Giles

159 Hartley WayPearisburg, VA 24134
Mon8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:30 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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UrologyUrologyFamily MedicineUrology
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3.6 
18 Years of Experience 49 Years of Experience 9 Years of Experience 13 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English
Christiansburg , VAMount Airy , NCSalem , VABethesda , MD
Med School: University of Pittsburgh / Main Campus Med School: A T Still University Kirksville College Of Osteopathic Medicine Med School: Uniformed Services Univ Of The Health Sciences F E Hebert Schl Of Medicine Med School: Texas Tech University Health Science Center School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Christopher A. Rippel

  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna Better Health
  • Aetna Better Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - Federal Employees Program
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Carolina
  • GEHA
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Keystone First
  • Magellan Health
  • Magellan Health - DSNP
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Mutual of Omaha
  • Optima Health
  • Piedmont Community Health Plan
  • Transamerica
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Virginia Premier Health Plan
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Christopher A. Rippel has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Christopher A. Rippel has the following 7 areas of expertise

  • Bladder Issues
  • Erectile Dysfunction (ED)
  • Kidney Stones
  • Overactive Urinary Bladder
  • Prostate Cancer
  • Prostatitis
  • Urologic Emergencies

Certifications, License, & Education

18 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Virginia, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Medical School

University of Pittsburgh / Main CampusGraduated in 2008

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Dr. Christopher A. Rippel speaks English.
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Dr. Christopher A. Rippel's office is located at 120 Akers Farm Rd, Christiansburg, VA, 24073.
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