Summary

Dr. Christopher Sanborn is an internal medicine physician who specializes in metabolic and bariatric care. He earned his medical degree from Georgetown University in Washington, DC, and completed his general surgery residency at Madigan Army Medical Center. With 29 years of clinical experience, Dr. Sanborn holds board certification in surgery from the American Board of Surgery. He provides care in English for patients seeking weight management solutions.

Dr. Sanborn practices at CHI Memorial Hospital Chattanooga and Erlanger Baroness Hospital, with his primary location in Chattanooga, Tennessee. His clinical focus centers on helping patients with obesity and weight-related conditions, including pediatric obesity cases. He also treats patients experiencing GERD and performs diagnostic testing such as comprehensive metabolic panels and blood glucose monitoring. Patients have given Dr. Sanborn an average rating of 4.5 stars for his care.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.5
  • 29 years of experience
  • 43 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Madigan Army Med Ctr, General Surgery
  • 6 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 2 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 2 hospital affiliations
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Location

Erlanger Metabolic & Bariatric Surgery

979 E 3rd St Ste C620Chattanooga, TN 37403
Mon8:30 am - 4:00 pm
Tue8:30 am - 4:00 pm
Wed8:30 am - 4:00 pm
Thu8:30 am - 4:00 pm
Fri8:30 am - 12:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Med School: Georgetown University, Washington, DC Med School: Duke University School Of Medicine Med School: Warren Alpert Medical School Of Brown University
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Christopher Sanborn

  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Alliant Health Plans
  • Ambetter
  • AmeriGroup
  • AmeriGroup - Medicaid
  • AmeriGroup - Medicaid (HMO Plans)
  • AmeriGroup - Medicare
  • Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Georgia
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - Medicaid
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Carolina
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Tennessee
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Tennessee - Medicaid (Managed)
  • CHAMPVA
  • CHAMPVA - HMO
  • Cigna
  • Cigna - Medicare
  • Cigna-HealthSpring
  • Clover Health - Medicare
  • GEHA
  • HealthScope Benefits
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicare
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (HMO Plans)
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Mutual of Omaha
  • Simpra Advantage
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC - Medicare
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid (HMO Plans)
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • Wellcare
  • Wellcare - Medicare

Medical Specialties

Christopher Sanborn has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Christopher Sanborn has the following 2 areas of expertise

  • Weight Loss
  • Weight Loss (non-surgical)

Certifications, License, & Education

29 Years Experience

Christopher Sanborn holds an active medical license in the state of Tennessee. They are board certified in Surgery by the American Board of Surgery.

Board Certifications

Board certified in Surgery by the American Board of Surgery.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Tennessee that expires in 2026.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Madigan Army Med Ctr, General Surgery.

Medical School

Graduated from Georgetown University, Washington, DC in 1997.

NPI Number

Christopher Sanborn's NPI number is 1225186877.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which hospitals is Christopher Sanborn affiliated with?
Christopher Sanborn is affiliated with Chi Memorial Hospital Chattanooga and Erlanger Baroness Hospital.
Does Christopher Sanborn accept my insurance?
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How can I make an appointment with Christopher Sanborn?
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Is Christopher Sanborn accepting new patients?
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Where is Christopher Sanborn's office located?
Christopher Sanborn's office is located at 979 E 3rd St Ste C620, Chattanooga, TN, 37403.

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