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Dr. Christopher Pankiw, MD

Dr. Christopher Pankiw, MD

Orthopedic Surgery*
10+ years of experience

Dr. Christopher Pankiw, MD is an orthopedic surgeon in Chattanooga, TN and has over 10 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Pankiw has extensive experience in Shoulder & Upper Arm Surgery and Hand & Wrist Surgery. He graduated from Mercer University in 2011. He is affiliated with medical facilities Parkridge Medical Center and Parkridge East Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

5 Star Rating
Based on 23 reviews 5 Star Rating (23 reviews)

Locations

Parkridge Bone and Joint East

Parkridge Bone and Joint East2205 McCallie Ave Ste 200 Chattanooga, TN 37404
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Hospital Highlight

Dr. Pankiw is affiliated with Parkridge Medical Center Chattanooga, a highly rated and top awarded hospital for orthopedic surgery.

At a Glance

  • Areas of ExpertiseDr. Pankiw specializes in the areas of Hand Surgery & Orthopedic Surgery. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions WellPatients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Offers TelehealthThis doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top HospitalAmerica’s 100 Best Hospitals for Orthopedic Surgery Award™ See hospitals

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Dr. Pankiw's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Pankiw

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23 ratings, 22 with a written review
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Dr. Pankiw was able to see me in a timely manner and he was professional and attentive to my needs.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
1 other person found this helpful
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Sandra Barnwell – Jun 19, 2024
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Dr. Pankiw is the Best of the Best! I had wrist and hand pain in both of my arms for a long time. After surgery I am pain free! I call him magic fingers. The whole experience was Wonderful from the staff to the doctor! Thank You Dr. Pankiw!!!
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
1 other person found this helpful
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Kathy – Jul 27, 2023
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Very skilled and a pleasure to deal with
Kind and considerate, listens and boy does he know his stuff....his staff is very kind also....after three different operations I am very thankful I found Dr Pankiw
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
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Apr 22, 2023
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Excellent
Dr. Pankiw and all the staff at Parkridge are amazing. They are compassionate, listen well, answered all my questions, and explained my condition in detail. Dr. Pankiw operated on my one wrist and I have no pain, and an unnoticeable scar. By far the best doctor and doctor’s office I’ve been to.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
6 others found this helpful
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A. – Jan 18, 2023
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Dr Pankiw did my wrist surgeries for carpal tunnel and he was amazing!! You can’t even see the incisions. He is so talented, professional, friendly. He takes time to listen to you. His staff is wonderful!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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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Tina C – Sep 19, 2021
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I cannot say enough good things about Dr Pankiw. I had a pervious hand surgery by Dr Julie Adams and began to have post-op problems that a Dr need to address, however, for some unknown reason when I called for a follow-up I was told that Dr Adams was no longer with the group. I had to find a new doctor pretty quickly. Through a friend's referral I contacted Dr Pankiw's Office he was able to see very Quickly. After some testing it turned out that my pervious surgery was done incorrectly. Dr Pankiw was able to correct the issue through a second surgery and now because of his quick and accurate determination of problem and his prompt actions in the redoing the first surgical mistake I am now on the road to recovery with an excellent prognosis going forward. Thank You Dr Pankiw
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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 others found this helpful
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Wayne0922 – Jun 05, 2021
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He has done bilateral carpal tunnel surgeries and a few trigger finger release procedures for me. They have all been great- alittle pain & quick recovery times! I’ve sent 3 friends to him already !
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Jill Helton – Feb 09, 2021
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Friendly staff, Dr. Pankiw is awesome. Took him less than 5 minutes to figure out my problem that my previous could not determine. He was also great at answering all of my questions - 3 pages of them to be exact. It did not phase him one little bit. He was very patient and kind. I've never had one ounce of trouble getting an appointment immediately when needed.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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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Lynne S. – Feb 19, 2020
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Very comprehensive. Professional, very thorough explanation.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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 others found this helpful
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Mbsig4evr – Oct 27, 2019
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Prompt & Professional.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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Lloyd Holloway – Aug 28, 2019
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Dr. Pankiw displays genuine concern for his patients with an attitude that is friendly and caring. Unlike some doctors, who think the patient should just accept their instructions without question, Dr. Pankiw takes the time to educate you on your illness and makes you a part of the decision making process. He explains the pros and cons of each treatment option and this really helps with patient buy-in of the treatment plan chosen. I have seen another doctor in the group and honestly wouldn't take my dog there for treatment; the difference between him and Dr. Pankiw is that stark and we are lucky to have him in our area. Anyone in need of his service could not make a better choice in doctors. And his staff is every bit as friendly and professional as he is. Any time I have trouble with my hand you can be sure Dr. Pankiw will be the doctor I go to.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Ron Morgan – Aug 17, 2019
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He has performed 3 surgeries on my hands. He will do a 4th in about 6 months, I suffer from rheumatoid arthritis and each operation has taken away a lot of my pain. One has taken away all of my pain in my left hand/wrist. I trust them so much when my wife hurt her knee I sent her here. That is trust! Thanks Doc, you are making my life easier to live.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Gregg (RA pain is gone) – Jul 04, 2019
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Very positive.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Ethel Starnes in Chattanooga, TN – Jun 06, 2019
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I was very pleased with Dr Pinkiw! He is a very skilled Surgeon !
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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May 14, 2019
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Dr. Pankiw is a terrific surgeon. I saw him in August of 2018. I had broken my left arm both bones. He did reconstruction surgery. What a tremendous job. He is caring, compassionate, along with the staff at Park Ridge Bone and Joint . Everyone is fabulous there. Dr. Pankiw, thank you for your outstanding expertise. You are a Godsend!! I share with everyone about Park Ridge Bone and Joint. Thank you all!!!
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Apr 17, 2019
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Wrist pain they are very friendly and polite and helpful make you feel welcome
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Apr 09, 2019
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Very happy with my experience using Dr. Pankiw. Surgery went very smoothly and no complications or pain.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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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C. Palmer in Chattanooga, TN – Feb 23, 2019
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this is one of the best orthopedic doctors i have been to.Did a great job with surgery on my right wrist,now he is going to do the left..Thank you Dr.Pankiw..
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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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teresa wheeler in rossville, GA – Sep 21, 2018
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Great first visit! Staff were friendly. Dr. Pankiw was very informative and polite.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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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Kristi – Aug 26, 2018
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From the moment I walked in I felt very comfortable! Staff super friendly! I had a great experience,. I feel at ease an comfortably with Dr. Pankiw. Would recommend to everyone!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Lorri Clemons in Hixson, TN – Aug 13, 2018
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biography

Dr. Christopher Pankiw is an Orthopaedic Surgeon practicing at Parkridge Bone and Joint in Chattanooga. Dr. Pankiw provides general orthopaedic services and specializes in upper extremity conditions, especially those conditions of the hand and...read more
  • Orthopedic Surgery

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  • Thomas Jefferson University - Philadelphia Hand Center

    Fellowship Hospital
  • University Of Tennessee - College Of Medicine At Chattanooga

    Residency Hospital
  • University Of Tennessee - College Of Medicine At Chattanooga

    Internship Hospital
  • Mercer University

    Medical School, 2011
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery®
Hand Surgery
Orthopedic Surgery
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Parkridge East Hospital

    941 Spring Creek Rd
    Chattanooga, TN 37412
    Recipient of 23
    hospital awards

    America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Orthopedic Surgery Award™ (2025, 2024)

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

    View all awards
  • Parkridge Medical Center

    2333 McCallie Ave
    Chattanooga, TN 37404
    Recipient of 43
    hospital awards

    America’s 50 Best Hospitals for Surgical Excellence Award™ (2025)

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

    America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Orthopedic Surgery Award™ (2025, 2024)

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

    View all awards

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

    83%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% lower than the national average

    78%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    2% higher than the national average

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