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Christopher J. Tuohy, MD
Christopher J. Tuohy, MD
Conditions and Treatments
- Periarterial Sympathectomy
- Acromioclavicular Joint Reconstruction
- Arthrotomy
- Arthrocentesis
- Allograft
- Capsulorrhaphy
- Acromioclavicular Dislocation Treatment
- Arthrodesis
- Capsulotomy
- Carpal Tunnel Release
- Dupuytren's Contracture Release
- Hand Tenolysis
- Nerve Transposition
- Revision Median Nerve
- Subacromial Decompression
- Tendon Transfer Upper Extremity
- Trigger Finger Release
- Soft Tissue Tumor Excision/Resection
- Hand Tendon Transplantation
- Xiaflex Injections
- Wrist Arthroscopy
- Wrist Arthroplasty
- Arthritis
- Avascular Necrosis
- Frozen Shoulder
- Shoulder Dislocation
- Shoulder Pain and Problems
- Peripheral Vascular Disease (PVD)
- Ganglion Cyst
- Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Congenital Hand Deformities
- Elbow Arthritis
- Hand Pain and Problems
- Rotator Cuff Arthritis
- Shoulder (AC) Joint Separation
- Trigger Fingers
- Vascular Anomalies
- Collateral Ligament Repair
- Epicondyle Release
- Hemiarthroplasty
- Palmar Fasciectomy
- Rotator Cuff Repair
- Synovectomy
- Tenodesis
- Ulnar Nerve Revision
- Tumor Excision
- Osteochondral Allograft
- Elbow Arthroscopy
- Hand Arthroplasty
- Soft Tissue Tumor
- Osteoarthritis
- Elbow Ligament Injury
- Lateral Epicondylitis (Tennis Elbow)
- Shoulder Impingement Syndrome
- Shoulder Tendonitis
- Raynaud's Phenomenon
- Tendon Injuries
- Clavicle Problems
- Cubital Tunnel Syndrome
- Finger Pain and Problems
- Nerve Injuries
- Rotator Cuff Injuries
- Shoulder Arthritis
- Ulnar Collateral Ligament (UCL) Injury (Tommy John)
- Cubital Tunnel Release
- Ganglion Cyst Excision
- Nerve Neurolysis
- Percutaneous Fixation
- Shoulder Reconstruction
- Tendon Sheath Incision
- Tenolysis
- Upper Extremity Ligament/Tendon Repair
- Elbow Contracture Release
- Tendon Fusion
- Shoulder Arthroscopy
- Shoulder Arthroplasty
- Bursitis
- Osteomyelitis
- Elbow Pain and Problems
- Medial Epicondylitis (Golfer's Elbow)
- Shoulder Instability
- Vascular Malformations
- Fractures
- Camptodactyly
- Clinodactyly
- Dupuytren's Contracture
- Hand Injuries
- Polydactyly
- Scapular Dyskinesis
- Shoulder Tendon and Muscle Injuries
- Wrist Arthritis
Ratings and Reviews
4.7181 Ratings 41 Comments |
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| Listened to me | 4.8 |
| Cared about me | 4.7 |
| Addressed my questions and concerns | 4.8 |
Within Atrium Health, we use survey results to better understand what is important to our patients and how we can improve healthcare experiences. The overall Patient Rating score comes from the questions on our Medallia Patient Experience Survey. Responses are measured on a scale, where 0 represents "very poor" and 10 represents "very good.” Those scores are shown as 1 to 5 stars on the provider’s profile.
Patient Comments
- February 2, 2023 Dr Tuohy is the most knowledgeable and best shoulder replacement surgeon anywhere to be found!
- February 2, 2023 He listened to my concerns and was very helpful with considering future health alternatives. Outstanding doctor!
- January 31, 2023 Extremely good listener and proceeds with a very knowledgeable and professional manner!
- January 29, 2023 He explained the medical situation in terms I understood. He showed compassion and was positive on the outcome. He is a person of action. I felt much better after the visit.
- January 25, 2023 Dr. Tuohy listens to you. He explained the pros and cons of surgery. Very caring..
- January 21, 2023 Dr Tuohy is very personable, very professional, & patient with questions which I am sure he answers dozens of time every day.
- January 20, 2023 Dr Tuohy takes the time to be thorough and helps you understand exactly what is going to happening. I left his office feeling confident that my upcoming surgery was going to have a good outcome.
- January 17, 2023 Very knowledgeable, nice man.
- January 17, 2023 Explained everything to me. listened. Answered all questions. Gave me to option what to do about surgery on my wrist and shoulder. Very personable.
- January 13, 2023 Dr. Tuohy is by far the most “down to earth” surgeon I have every interacted with or been taken care of by. He is always very attentive to everything I say and seems to really consider his words before answering so that I may understand him. I am very on top of my health and in tune with my body and with most of, if not all, other healthcare professionals I’ve dealt with they seem offended that I question what they’re doing for me. Dr. Tuohy doesn’t do that, he understands and seems to even appreciate the fact I’ve educated myself slightly and am familiar with the goings on of my body. I always feel welcome, cared for and get to leave with all my questions answered.
- January 10, 2023 Dr. Tuohy is excellent in all categories. One of the best at Wake!
- December 27, 2022 Excellent care, very personable, always get the results I am there to receive.
- December 27, 2022 Dr Tuohy Is a caring Dr and a good man.
- December 17, 2022 Cares about his patients
- December 13, 2022 Great office. Provider is awesome
- December 10, 2022 I think doctor Tuohy it is a excellent doctor maybe it was just the time a day I think with my situation he was a little confused about what was going on and so was I
- December 9, 2022 Very understanding and explained what had to be done
- December 7, 2022 Is always professional and attentive to the situation. Friendly and courteous. Listens to your description of what is happening and explains how and what is best way to resolve the issue.
- December 7, 2022 Good
- December 3, 2022 Again, Dr. Tuohy is a great surgeon. Always takes time to listen to any concerns, very professional. My ???go-to?? surgeon for any issues with arm or shoulder. And love the Davie facility.
- November 24, 2022 .
- November 23, 2022 I am very pleased with the care he gave me. He performed surgery on my wrist. I would highly recommend him to others.
- November 20, 2022 Dr. Tuohy always enters the exam room cheerful & acts like he is ready to help with my medical issues. He is very positive, informs about process, and several times paused to ask if I have questions. He makes you feel like you are the only patient he has seen that day; spending time with you so that you feel informed & ready to follow the plan of action.
- November 19, 2022 Very personable. I felt he really cared about me and listened to me.
- November 12, 2022 Was direct and gave good advice
- November 8, 2022 Dr. Tuohy was very compassionate about my concerns about having surgery. He was though with explaining the procedure and what happens during and afterwards. He was very friendly and concerned.
- November 6, 2022 Great doctor. Knowledgeable. Was concerned.
- November 5, 2022 Very knowledgeable great bedside manner
- November 1, 2022 Listened to my concerns and offered a number of alternatives for treatment. Very happy with this Dr and his approach to treatment!
- October 28, 2022 Always professional and knowledgeable
- October 26, 2022 He is an excellent physician, I have utmost confidence in his diagnoses and treatment.
- October 26, 2022 Wonderful 16 month experience, with great results one year out of surgery.
- October 24, 2022 Was not sympathetic to the pain I was feeling. And didn??t provide concern for the cause of my pain.
- October 23, 2022 My wait in the examination room was short, Dr. Tuohy was very polite and took time to explain my recovery needs and listen to any questions I had. I felt confident in his recommendations and would highly recommend his services to anyone needing his services.
- October 23, 2022 I really like Dr Tuohy??s professionalism
- October 22, 2022 Very personable and professional. Good listener and seemed to care about my concerns.
- October 22, 2022 He takes the time to listen to me and he remembers my personal situation. I am the caregiver for my husband.
- October 22, 2022 Always welcoming, knows who I am, has read ahead to know why I am there and need. He is concerned about what is happening and the best resolve to the situation. Have had two surgeries with Dr. Touhy and both went very well.
- October 17, 2022 Dr Tuohy was very good, likeable, listened, professional. But this is a hospital based office. I did not know this and all the procedures performed treated me as an out Patient hospital visitor. Consequently a procedure I had done in San Antonio Texas that cost me my Specialist 20$ copay cost m 277$. Same insurance it was hospital base that hit me. I like Dr Tuohy, he helped me. But I will be changing clinics. Can??t afford this care.
- October 8, 2022 Explained things to my understanding. Answered my questions
- October 8, 2022 The time that was spent with me and how Dr. Tuohy explain things to me and trying to help why the tips of my fingers are numb. Completely happy with Dr. Tuohy and staff. Thank you for helping with my shoulder surgery. Highly recommend Dr. Tuohy!!
Locations
Hours of Operation
Mon - Fri: 8 am - 5 pm
Hours of Operation
Mon - Fri: 8 am - 5 pm
Hours of Operation
Mon - Fri: 8 am - 7 pm
Credentials
Education
- BS, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, 1993
- MD, Wake Forest University, 2001
- MMCI, Duke University, 2018
Residency
- Pediatric Orthopedic Surgery, Shriners Hospital for Children, 2004
- Pediatric Orthopedic Surgery, St. Christopher's Hospital for Children, 2004
- General Surgery, Albert Einstein Medical Center, 2006
Fellowship
- Hand and Upper Extremity, Vanderbilt University Medical Center, 2007
- Shoulder and Elbow, Thomas Jefferson University Hospital, 2008
Board Certifications
- American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery, Surgery of the Hand
- American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery, Orthopaedic Surgery
Memberships
- North Carolina Society for Surgery of the Hand
- American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons
- North Carolina Medical Society
- North Carolina Orthopedic Association
- American Society of Surgery of The Hand
Positions
- Physician
- Section Head for Clinical Operations , Orthopaedic Surgery
- Associate Professor, Orthopaedic Surgery
Insurance
This chart is a list of the most common health insurance plans we accept. This list is subject to change. Please check your individual plan to confirm their participation and the coverage allowed.
Due to the different physician groups and hospitals within the Wake Forest Baptist system, physician services and hospital services are billed separately. Please remember that health insurance coverage varies, so some services may not be covered.
If you don’t see your plan or you have questions, please call our Customer Service Center at 877-938-7497. We will do our best to work with you and your plan.
Key
WFUHS - Wake Forest University Health Sciences (professional services)
NCBH - North Carolina Baptist Hospital
LMC - Lexington Medical Center
CHC - Cornerstone Healthcare
Wilkes - Wilkes Regional Medical Center
HPR- High Point Regional
N/A - Not applicable to services provided at facility and/or CHC
NC -Not Contracted, very low to no volume for facility and/or CHC
Wake Forest Baptist Health Managed Care/MA Contracts - January2022
AETNA CONNECTED ACA/Exchange: Accepted at all locations
AETNA (PPO & HMO): Accepted at all locations
AETNA MEDICARE: Accepted at all locations
AETNA WHOLE HEALTH: Accepted at all locations
ALIGNMENT HEALTHCARE MEDICARE ADVANTAGE: Accepted at WFUHS, NCBH, Davie, LMC, CHC and Wilkes (not applicable to services provided at High Point)
AMBETTER OF NC: Accepted at all locations
AMERIHEALTH CARITAS NEXT ACA/Exchange: Accepted at all locations
APEX MEDICARE ADVANTAGE: Accepted at all locations
BCBSNC (PPO & HMO): Accepted at all locations
BCBS HIGH PERFORMANCE (NATIONAL NETWORK): Accepted at all locations
BLUE LOCAL (WFBH INDIVIDUAL & WFBH X_Group): Accepted at all locations
BLUE MEDICARE: Accepted at all locations
BLUE VALUE: Accepted at all locations
CAROLINA BEHAVIORAL HEALTH: Accepted at WFUHS, NCBH and CHC (not applicable to services provided at Davie, LMC, Wilkes and High Point)
CIGNA: Accepted at all locations
CIGNA BEHAVIORAL HEALTH: Accepted at NCBH and High Point (not applicable to services provided at Davie, LMC, CHC and Wilkes)
CIGNA HEALTHSPRING MEDICARE ADVANTAGE: Accepted at WFUHS, NCBH, Davie, LMC, CHC and High Point (not applicable to services provided at Wilkes)
CIGNA LIFESOURCE (TRANSPLANTS): Accepted at WFUHS and NCBH (not applicable to services provided at Davie, LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)
COVENTRY/WELLPATH: Accepted at all locations
CRESCENT PPO (ASHEVILLE): Accepted at WFUHS and NCBH (not contracted, very low to no volume for Davie, LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)
DEVOTED HEALTH: Accepted at all locations
DIRECT NET: Accepted at WFUHS, NCBH, Davie, LMC, Wilkes and High Point (not contracted, very low to no volume for CHC)
FIRST HEALTH (COVENTRY): Accepted at all locations
FIRSTCAROLINACARE (PINEHURST, NC): Accepted at NCBH (not contracted, very low to no volume for WFUHS, Davie, LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)
GATEWAY HEALTH ALLIANCE (VIRGINIA): Accepted at WFUHS and NCBH (not contracted, very low to no volume for Davie, LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)
GOLDEN RULE INS (UNITED): Accepted at all locations
HEALTHGRAM (formerly PRIMARY PHYSICIAN CARE): Accepted at WFUHS, NCBH and LMC (not contracted, very low to no volume for Davie, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)
HEALTHTEAM ADVANTAGE: Accepted at all locations
HUMANA CHOICECARE: Accepted at all locations
HUMANA MEDICARE ADVANTAGE: Accepted at all locations
LIBERTY ADVANTAGE (MEDICARE ADVANTAGE): Accepted at WFUHS and NCBH (not applicable to services provided at Davie, LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)
MAGELLAN (BEHAVIORAL HEALTH): Accepted at WFUHS, NCBH and CHC (not applicable to services provided at Davie, LMC, Wilkes and High Point)
MEDCOST: Accepted at all locations
MEDCOST ULTRA: Accepted at WFUHS, NCBH, Davie, LMC, Wilkes and High Point (not applicable at CHC)
OPTUMHEALTH (TRANSPLANTS - APPLICABLE TO NCBH/WFUHS ONLY): Accepted at WFUHS and NCBH (not applicable to services provided at Davie, LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)
PREFERRED CARE OF VA INC: Accepted at WFUHS and NCBH (not contracted, very low to no volume for Davie, LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)
SOUTHERN HEALTH SVCS (COVENTRY-PPO ONLY): Accepted at WFUHS, NCBH, Davie and CHC (not contracted, very low to no volume for LMC, Wilkes and High Point)
TWIN COUNTY (VIRGINIA): Accepted at WFUHS and NCBH (not contracted, very low to no volume for Davie, LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)
UNITED BEHAVIORAL HEALTH: Accepted at WFUHS, NCBH, CHC and High Point (not applicable to services provided at Davie, LMC and Wilkes)
UNITED BEHAVIORAL HEALTH INTENSIVE OUTPATIENT PROGRAM (WFUHS ONLY): Accepted at WFUHS (not applicable for services provided at NCBH, Davie, LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)
UNITED HEALTHCARE: Accepted at all locations
UNITED HEALTHCARE ESSENTIALS ACA/EXCHANGE: Accepted at all locations
UNITED HEALTHCARE MEDICARE: Accepted at all locations
VA CCN: Accepted at all locations
WELLCARE: Accepted at all locations
WELLPATH (COVENTRY): Accepted at all locations
Key
WFUHS - Wake Forest University Health Sciences (professional services)
NCBH - North Carolina Baptist Hospital
LMC - Lexington Medical Center
CHC - Cornerstone Healthcare
Wilkes - Wilkes Regional Medical Center
HPR- High Point Regional
N/A - Not applicable to services provided at facility and/or CHC
NC - Not Contracted, very low to no volume for facility and/or CHC
Research
- Is Grit Associated with Burnout and Well-being in Orthopaedic Resident and Faculty Physicians? A Multi-institution Longitudinal Study Across Training Levels. Lee DH, Reasoner K, Lee D, Davidson C, Pennings JS, Blazar PE, Frick SL, Kelly AM, LaPorte DM, Lese AB, Mercer DM, Ring D, Salazar DH, Scharschmidt TJ, Snoddy MC, Strauch RJ, Tuohy CJ, Wongworawat MD. Clin Orthop Relat Res. 2021 12; 479(12):2576-2586.
- Early to midterm radiographic loosening of the press fit radial head prosthesis. Rafla S, Carroll EA, Wiesler ER, Li Z, Tuohy CJ, Nunez F, Graves BR, Papadonikolakis A. Injury. 2021 Mar;
- Modeling a rotator cuff tear: Individualized shoulder muscle forces influence glenohumeral joint contact force predictions. Vidt ME, Santago AC, Marsh AP, Hegedus EJ, Tuohy CJ, Poehling GG, Freehill MT, Miller ME, Saul KR. Clin Biomech (Bristol, Avon). 2018 12; 60:20-29.
- Peripheral Nerve Injury After Elbow Arthroscopy: An Analysis of Risk Factors. Jinnah AH, Luo TD, Wiesler ER, Li Z, Poehling GG, Tuohy CJ, Graves BR, Freehill MT, Papadonikolakis A. Arthroscopy. 2018 05; 34(5):1447-1452.
- Extensive Hand Thermal and Blast Injury From Electronic Cigarette Explosion: A Case Report. Satteson ES, Walker NJ, Tuohy CJ, Molnar JA. Hand (N Y). 2018 May; 13(3):NP1-NP5.