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Dr. Christopher Drinkwater, MD

Dr. Christopher Drinkwater, MD

Orthopedic Surgery*

Dr. Christopher Drinkwater, MD is an orthopedic surgeon in Rochester, NY. He is affiliated with medical facilities Highland Hospital and Strong Memorial Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4 Star Rating
Based on 49 reviews 4 Star Rating (49 reviews)

Practice

601 Elmwood Ave Rochester, NY 14642
Telehealth available

Make an Appointment

(585) 275-5321

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Drinkwater is affiliated with Highland Hospital Rochester, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Drinkwater specializes in the area of Orthopedic Surgery. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Highly Recommended Hospital
    Patients recommend this hospital to family and friends. • See hospitals
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Dr. Drinkwater's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Drinkwater

4.0

49 ratings, 14 with a written review
5 Star
71%
71%
4 Star
2%
2%
3 Star
0%
0%
2 Star
4%
4%
1 Star
22%
22%

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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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John Antonucci – Feb 28, 2025
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
1 person found this helpful
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Time is our most precious commodity – Apr 30, 2024
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
David J. Samer – Nov 27, 2023
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
Just a guy – Aug 12, 2023
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
MB – Apr 05, 2023
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
Peter Brizee – Dec 10, 2022
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
9 people found this helpful
Helpful
Apr 22, 2019
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
9 people found this helpful
Helpful
Chuck in Rochester, NY – Feb 06, 2018
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
35 people found this helpful
Helpful
Rochester,ny – Sep 04, 2017
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
7 people found this helpful
Helpful
barbara T in Victor, NY – Sep 01, 2017
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
11 people found this helpful
Helpful
Ted. L in Lyons, NY – Jan 20, 2017
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
5 people found this helpful
Helpful
Lorie T in Rochester NY – Oct 16, 2016
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
17 people found this helpful
Helpful
Lauren Wetzelberg in Pittsford, NY – Jul 05, 2016
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
37 people found this helpful
Helpful
Cynthia L. Rau in Honeoye Falls, NY – Feb 03, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. Christopher Drinkwater, MD is an orthopedic surgeon in Rochester, NY. He is affiliated with medical facilities Highland Hospital and Strong Memorial Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

  • Orthopedic Surgery

  • Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgery

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • St. Vincent`s Medical Center-australia

    Residency Hospital, 1988
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery®
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Orthopedic Surgery
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Locations

Practice

University of Rochester601 Elmwood Ave Rochester, NY 14642
1
Ur Medicine Labs-Highland Hospital1000 South Ave Rochester, NY 14620
2

Practice

Strong Memorial Hospital-University of R10 Miracle Mile Dr Rochester, NY 14623
3

Affiliated Hospitals

  • Strong Memorial Hospital

    601 Elmwood Ave
    Rochester, NY 14642
    Recipient of 4
    hospital awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    88%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    4% higher than the national average

    77%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    1% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Highland Hospital

    1000 South Ave
    Rochester, NY 14620
    Recipient of 6
    hospital awards

    Surgical Care Excellence Award™ (2024)

    Superior clinical outcomes in surgical care across 15 of the most common in-hospital surgical procedures including cardiac, vascular, joint replacement, prostate, spine, and gastrointestinal surgeries

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    86%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% higher than the national average

    77%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    1% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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