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Duke Spine Center40 Duke Medicine Circle, Clinic 1B/1C, Durham, NC 27710 map
Dr. Christopher Shaffrey is a neurosurgeon in Durham. He provides surgical treatments for a range of conditions affecting the nervous system, such as epilepsy and Parkinson's disease.
Duke Spine Center
Accepting New Patients?
Yes, Dr. Christopher I. Shaffrey is accepting new patients at this office.
Phone
Address
40 Duke Medicine Circle, Clinic 1B/1C, Durham, NC 27710
Office Details
Insurance Accepted
- Medicare
Bio
Dr. Christopher Shaffrey graduated from University of Virginia School of Medicine in 1986.
Dr. Shaffrey has one office in North Carolina where he specializes in Neurosurgery, Orthopedic Surgery and Orthopedic Spine Surgery.
Specialties
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Neurosurgery
As a neurosurgeon, Dr. Shaffrey is trained to perform highly technical surgeries to correct disorders of the central, autonomic or peripheral nervous systems. He may provide both invasive and minimally-invasive surgical treatment options, depending upon the patient's condition. Neurosurgeons may treat spinal disorders, traumatic brain injuries, tumors, Parkinson's disease, and more.
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Orthopedic Surgery
Being an orthopedic surgeon in North Carolina, Dr. Shaffrey is qualified to detect and treat all types of damage to the musculoskeletal system, such as the joints, muscles, bones, tendons, and ligaments. After arriving at a diagnosis, Dr. Shaffrey will usually suggest surgery after less-invasive treatment options have been exhausted or eliminated. Patients might need the care and attention of an orthopedic surgeon for fractures, torn ligaments, sprains, sports injuries, and more.
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Orthopedic Spine Surgery
Specializing in orthopedic spine surgery, Dr. Shaffrey can diagnose and treat a range of conditions affecting the spine. These may include degenerative diseases, arthritic conditions, fractures, tumors, deformities such as scoliosis, and other conditions. Treatment techniques may range from invasive to minimally-invasive surgeries of the spine and vertebrae. However, depending upon the patient's diagnosis and medical history, treatments may be non-surgical in nature.
Education & Training
Hospital Affiliations
- Rector & Visitors of the University of Virginia
- Augusta Health Care Inc
- Winchester Medical Center
- Carilion Medical Center
- Sentara Rmh Medical Center
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