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Dr. Christopher Lai, MD

Dr. Christopher Lai, MD

Orthopedic Surgery*
30+ years of experience

Dr. Christopher Lai, MD is an orthopedic surgeon in Brawley, CA and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Lai has extensive experience in Knee & Lower Limb Surgery and Shoulder & Upper Arm Surgery. He graduated from Rosalind Franklin University Chicago Medical School in 1994. He is affiliated with medical facilities Pioneers Memorial Healthcare District and El Centro Regional Medical Center. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4 Star Rating
Based on 27 reviews 4 Star Rating (27 reviews)

Practice

196 W Legion Rd Brawley, CA 92227
Telehealth available

Make an Appointment

(760) 344-9093

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Lai 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.
  • Clean Hospital
    Patients said the hospital this doctor practices at is clean. • See hospitals
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Dr. Lai's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Lai

4.0

27 ratings, 12 with a written review
5 Star
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74%
4 Star
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3 Star
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2 Star
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1 Star
26%
26%

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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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May 29, 2024
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Fernando Acosta – Mar 18, 2024
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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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Josefina Arelio – Mar 14, 2024
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What went well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Engracia Gonzalez – Mar 12, 2024
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What went well
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
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Diana Curiel – Jan 23, 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
Aug 03, 2022
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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
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
7 people found this helpful
Helpful
Mar 27, 2018
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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
6 people found this helpful
Helpful
Miguel Montano in Calexico, CA – Mar 10, 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
No results
6 people found this helpful
Helpful
Garry G. in Calexico, CA – Feb 09, 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
Tracey Raybon in El Centro, CA – Jan 13, 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
Felix R. in Imperial, CA – Jul 05, 2016
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
10 people found this helpful
Helpful
Tom K. in Brawley, CA – Apr 15, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. Christopher Lai, MD is an orthopedic surgeon in Brawley, CA and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Lai has extensive experience in Knee & Lower Limb Surgery and Shoulder & Upper Arm Surgery. He graduated from Rosalind...read more

  • Orthopedic Surgery

  • Orthopedic Hand Surgery

  • Bone & Joint Non-Surgical Orthopedics

  • Orthopedic Foot & Ankle Surgery

  • Hip & Knee Orthopedics

  • Orthopedic Shoulder & Elbow Surgery

  • Orthopedic Sports Medicine

  • Orthopedic Trauma Surgery

  • Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgery

  • Orthopedics

  • Hand and Upper Extremity 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.

  • University Of Minnesota Hospital And Clinics

    Residency Hospital

  • Rosalind Franklin University Chicago Medical School

    Medical School, 1994
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery®
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Orthopedic Surgery
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  • California Orthopaedic Association, Member

  • English

  • Mandarin

  • Spanish

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Locations

Practice

Christopher C. Lai MD A Professional Corp.196 W Legion Rd Brawley, CA 92227
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Practice

Immediate Family Medical Care El Centro1441 W State St El Centro, CA 92243
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  • Fax
  • Hours
    • Mon: 8:30am - 4:45pm
    • Wed: 8:30am - 4:45pm
  • Directions

Practice

Clinicas De Salud Del Pueblo Inc900 Main St Brawley, CA 92227
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Pioneers Memorial Healthcare District

    207 W Legion Rd
    Brawley, CA 92227

    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

    74%
    Patients said their room and bathroom were always kept clean

    7% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • El Centro Regional Medical Center

    1415 Ross Ave
    El Centro, CA 92243

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

    77%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    7% lower than the national average

    72%
    Patients said their room and bathroom were always kept clean

    5% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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