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Dr. Christopher Kalhorn, MD

Dr. Christopher Kalhorn, MD

Neurosurgery*
25+ years of experience

Dr. Christopher Kalhorn, MD is a neurosurgeon in Washington, DC and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Kalhorn has extensive experience in Cranial Neurosurgery. He graduated from Loyola University Chicago Stritch School of Medicine in 1996. He is affiliated with MedStar Georgetown University Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.9 Star Rating
Based on 46 reviews 4.9 Star Rating (46 reviews)

MedStar Health: Neuroscience at MedStar Georgetown University Hospital

3800 Reservoir Rd NW Washington, DC 20007
Telehealth available

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(202) 295-0540

Dr. Kalhorn is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Neurosurgery

The Healthgrades Choice designation helps you understand the most important factors to consider when choosing a healthcare professional. This designation is earned based on four set standards.
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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions
  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Kalhorn specializes in the area of Neurosurgery. • 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. Kalhorn's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Kalhorn

4.9

46 ratings, 31 with a written review
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Feb 26, 2025
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Feb 25, 2025
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Dec 26, 2024
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Oct 23, 2024
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Jun 21, 2024
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May 08, 2024
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May 01, 2024
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Apr 22, 2024
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Apr 15, 2024
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Mar 18, 2024
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Jan 19, 2024
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Feb 22, 2023
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Jan 30, 2023
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Jan 26, 2023
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About Me

care philosophy

Chris Kalhorn, MD, is a Professor of Clinical Neurosurgery, co-director of the Movement Disorders Program and Director of Medstar Georgetown&rsquos epilepsy, pediatric and functional Neurosurgery Program. He received his medical degree from Loyola...read more

biography

Chris Kalhorn, MD, is a Professor of Clinical Neurosurgery, co-director of the Movement Disorders Program and Director of Medstar Georgetown&rsquos epilepsy, pediatric and functional Neurosurgery Program. He received his medical degree from Loyola...read more

  • Neurosurgery

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  • Loyola University Chicago Stritch School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1996
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Neurological Surgery®
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Neurosurgery
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Dr. Kalhorn is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Neurosurgery

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    Locations

    MedStar Health: Neuroscience at MedStar Georgetown University Hospital

    MedStar Health: Neuroscience at MedStar Georgetown University Hospital3800 Reservoir Rd NW Washington, DC 20007
    1

    MedStar Health: Neurosurgery at Chevy Chase

    MedStar Health: Neurosurgery at Chevy Chase5454 Wisconsin Ave Ste 1225 Chevy Chase, MD 20815
    2

    Affiliated Hospitals

    • MedStar Georgetown University Hospital

      3800 Reservoir Rd NW
      Washington, DC 20007
      Recipient of 1
      hospital award

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

      85%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      1% higher than the national average

      79%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      3% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback
    Learn more about how Healthgrades measures Hospital Quality