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Dr. Christopher Sanborn, MD

Bariatric Surgery
4.6 (31)
Map Pin Small Chattanooga, TN
Accepting new patients
26 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Overview of Dr. Christopher Sanborn, MD

Dr. Christopher Sanborn, MD is a Bariatric Surgery Specialist in Chattanooga, TN. They specialize in Bariatric Surgery, has 26 years of experience, and is board certified in General Surgery. They graduated from Univ Of Tn Hlth Sci Ctr and is affiliated with Erlinger Baroness Hospital.

Dr. Sanborn works at Erlanger Health System in Chattanooga, TN. They frequently treat conditions like Gastric Bypass Surgery, Laparoscopic, Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy With Robotic Assistance and Obesity along with other conditions at varying frequencies. They are accepting new patients and accepts Aetna, Anthem and Blue Cross Blue Shield as well as other major insurance plans. Please call ahead to schedule an appointment and to confirm all accepted insurance plans.

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Dr. Sanborn's Office Locations

  1. 1
    Erlanger Medical Center
    975 E 3rd St, Chattanooga, TN 37403 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (423) 778-7000
    Monday
    9:00am - 4:30pm
    Tuesday
    9:00am - 4:30pm
    Wednesday
    9:00am - 4:30pm
    Thursday
    9:00am - 4:30pm
    Friday
    8:30am - 12:00pm
    Saturday
    Closed
    Sunday
    Closed
  2. 2
    Erlanger Surgical Weight Loss
    979 E 3rd St Ste C620, Chattanooga, TN 37403 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (423) 778-2906

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  • Erlinger Baroness Hospital

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    4.6
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    Based on 31 ratings
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    Dec 20, 2019
    Dr Sanborn is top notch. I’m two years post gastric bypass, and I feel like he truly saved my life. He’s invested in the success of his patients, and takes all the time needed to answer your questions. I had some post op complications (due to me not drinking and getting dehydrated). He met me in the ER in a Friday night at 9pm without complaint. He sat with me in the waiting room until an exam room was available. He had me examined, tested, and admitted within two hours at a busy trauma center that was on shutdown due to a major accident. I can’t say enough good things about this man. He’s truly a wonderful doctor.
    Lost79 — Dec 20, 2019
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    About Dr. Christopher Sanborn, MD

    Specialties
    • Bariatric Surgery
    Specialties
    Years of Experience
    • 26 years of experience
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    Languages Spoken
    • English
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    NPI Number
    • 1225186877
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    Education & Certifications

    Internship
    • Madigan Army Mc
    Internship
    Medical Education
    • Univ Of Tn Hlth Sci Ctr
    Medical Education
    Board Certifications
    • General Surgery
    Board Certifications
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    Frequently Asked Questions

    Dr. Christopher Sanborn, MD is accepting new patients on Healthline FindCare. You can check to see if Dr. Sanborn is offering online scheduling or call the provider’s office for more information.

    Dr. Sanborn has an average wait time of 10 – 15 minutes at their office(s).

    Dr. Sanborn has indicated that they do offer telehealth services. Please call the provider’s office at for more information.

    Dr. Sanborn works at Erlanger Health System in Chattanooga, TN. View the full address on Dr. Sanborn’s profile.

    Dr. Sanborn has seen patients for Gastric Bypass Surgery, Laparoscopic, Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy With Robotic Assistance and Obesity, and more. You can see other conditions treated by Dr. Sanborn on their profile. Please call the provider’s office to confirm all visit reasons.

    31 patients have reviewed Dr. Sanborn. The overall rating for this provider is 4.6. You can read verified reviews and ratings and leave your own review based on your experience with Dr. Sanborn.

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