Christopher D. Hamilton, MD

Dr. Christopher Hamilton is an orthopedic surgeon who specializes in treating injuries and conditions affecting the musculoskeletal system. He earned his medical degree from UCLA School of Medicine at the University of California, Los Angeles. Dr. Hamilton completed his orthopedic surgery residency at Yale-New Haven Hospital in 1989, followed by specialized fellowship training in sports medicine and orthopedic surgery at the renowned Kerlan-Jobe Orthopaedic Clinic. With 38 years of experience in orthopedic care, he holds board certification in orthopedic surgery from the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery. Dr. Hamilton provides care in English.

Dr. Hamilton practices at the Southern California Orthopedic Institute in Bakersfield, California, and maintains hospital privileges at Adventist Health Simi Valley. His expertise focuses on common orthopedic concerns including joint pain, osteoarthritis, and knee problems. He performs various diagnostic and treatment procedures such as …extremity X-rays and arthrograms to evaluate bone and joint conditions. Dr. Hamilton also specializes in arthroscopic surgery and treating shoulder instability issues. Patients have rated him 4.4 out of 5 stars on average for his orthopedic care.