Summary

Dr. Christopher Skillern is a vascular surgeon with over three decades of experience treating complex blood vessel conditions. He earned his medical degree from the University of California San Diego School of Medicine and completed his residency at the University of Tennessee Graduate School of Medicine. With 31 years of dedicated practice in vascular surgery, Dr. Skillern brings extensive expertise to both surgical and non-surgical vascular treatments. He is fluent in English and Spanish.

Dr. Skillern practices at multiple locations throughout Ventura and Oxnard, California, with hospital affiliations including Ventura County Medical Center, Saint Johns Regional Medical Center, and Community Memorial Health System. He specializes in treating atherosclerosis and peripheral artery disease, conditions that affect blood flow throughout the body. His diagnostic expertise includes performing Doppler ultrasounds and ankle-brachial index tests to evaluate circulation problems. Patients rate Dr. Skillern 4.2 out of 5 stars for his comprehensive vascular care.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.2
  • 31 years of experience
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • University Tn Grad School Of Medicine
  • 4 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 6 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 5 hospital affiliations
  • 6 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Locations

Dr. Christopher Shawn Skillern has 6 locations

West Coast Vascular Ventura

100 N Brent St Ste 201Ventura, CA 93003
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

Pacific Cardiovascular And Vein Institute

2000 Outlet Center Dr Ste 225Oxnard, CA 93036
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

Santa Paula Hospital

825 N 10th StSanta Paula, CA 93060

Ventura County Medical Center

300 Hillmont AveVentura, CA 93003

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Dr. Christopher Shawn Skillern, MDDr. Kurt Lee Blickenstaff, MDDr. Robert John MartinDr. Said Ahmed H Shehata
Vascular SurgerySurgerySurgerySurgery
Accepts New Patients
4.2 
4.7 
4.2 
31 Years of Experience 41 Years of Experience 41 Years of Experience 64 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English Speaks English
Ventura , CAVentura , CAVentura , CASanta Barbara , CA
Med School: University Of California San Diego School Of Medicine Med School: Spencer Fox Eccles School Of Medicine At The University Of Utah Med School: University Of California San Francisco School Of Medicine Med School: University Of Alexandria Faculty Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Christopher Shawn Skillern

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid

Medical Specialties

Dr. Christopher Shawn Skillern has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Christopher Shawn Skillern has the following 6 areas of expertise

  • Aneurysm
  • Deep Vein Thrombosis
  • Diabetes Complications
  • Surgery
  • Varicose Veins
  • Vascular Malformations

Certifications, License, & Education

31 Years Experience

Dr. Christopher Shawn Skillern 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 University Tn Grad School Of Medicine.

Medical School

Graduated from University Of California San Diego School Of Medicine in 1995.

NPI Number

Dr. Skillern's NPI number is 1205936697.

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Which hospitals is Dr. Christopher Skillern affiliated with?
Dr. Christopher Skillern is affiliated with Ventura County Medical Center, Saint Johns Regional Medical Center, Community Memorial Health System, Saint Johns Hospital Camarillo, and Santa Paula Hospital.
Where is Dr. Christopher Skillern's office located?
Dr. Christopher Skillern's office is located at 100 N Brent St Ste 201, Ventura, CA, 93003.
What languages does Dr. Christopher Skillern speak?
Dr. Christopher Skillern speaks English and Spanish.

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