Summary

Dr. Christopher Whalen specializes in orthopedic surgery with eleven years of experience helping patients with bone, joint, and muscle conditions. He earned his medical degree from the Medical College of Wisconsin, where he developed the foundation for his surgical expertise. Dr. Whalen focuses on treating complex orthopedic problems that affect patients' mobility and quality of life.

Dr. Whalen practices at several locations throughout Wisconsin and Minnesota, including La Crosse and Winona. His expertise includes treating osteoarthritis in major joints like the knee and hip, conditions that can cause significant pain and limit daily activities. He offers both surgical and non-surgical treatment options, including physical therapy and strength training programs designed to help patients regain function. Dr. Whalen also performs extremity X-rays to accurately diagnose bone and joint problems before developing personalized treatment plans.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 1
  • 11 years of experience
  • Medical College Of Wisconsin
  • 1 written review
  • 1 specialty
  • 13 areas of expertise
  • 5 hospital affiliations
  • 5 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Christopher James Whalen has 5 locations

Gundersen La Crosse Clinic

1836 South AveLa Crosse, WI 54601
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

Gundersen Health System Orthopedics

1900 South AveLa Crosse, WI 54601
Mon7:00 am - 4:30 pm
Tue7:00 am - 4:30 pm
Wed7:00 am - 4:30 pm
Thu7:00 am - 4:30 pm
Fri7:00 am - 4:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Winona Health Hospital

855 Mankato AveWinona, MN 55987

Gundersen Lutheran Onalaska Clinic

3111 Gundersen DrOnalaska, WI 54650
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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11 Years of Experience 39 Years of Experience 33 Years of Experience 29 Years of Experience
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Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English Speaks English
La Crosse , WILa Crosse , WILa Crosse , WITomah , WI
Med School: Medical College Of Wisconsin Med School: Queens Univ Fac Of Med Med School: Rowan University School Of Osteopathic Medicine Med School: University Of Wisconsin School Of Medicine & Public Health
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Christopher James Whalen

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Medical Specialties

Dr. Christopher James Whalen has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Christopher James Whalen has the following 13 areas of expertise

  • Arthroscopy
  • Bone Fracture
  • Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
  • Herniated Disc
  • Hip Surgery
  • Joint Pain/Swelling
  • Joint Replacement
  • Knee Surgery
  • Laminectomy
  • Osteoarthritis
  • Scoliosis
  • Sports Medicine
  • Surgery

Certifications, License, & Education

11 Years Experience

Dr. Christopher James Whalen holds active and expired medical licenses in the states of Wisconsin and Minnesota.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Wisconsin that expires in 2027 and an expired medical license in the state of Minnesota that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from Medical College Of Wisconsin in 2015.

NPI Number

Dr. Whalen's NPI number is 1780070557.

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Dr. Christopher Whalen's office is located at 1836 South Ave, La Crosse, WI, 54601.
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Which hospitals is Dr. Christopher Whalen affiliated with?
Dr. Christopher Whalen is affiliated with University Of Wisconsin Health University Hospital, Gundersen Lutheran Medical Center, University Of Virginia Childrens Hospital, Winona Health Hospital, and Mayo Clinic Health System La Crosse.
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