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Dr. Rommel Childress, MD

Dr. Rommel Childress, MD

Orthopedic Surgery*
40+ years of experience

Dr. Rommel Childress, MD is an orthopedic surgeon in Memphis, TN and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from UNIVERSITY OF ALASKA / ANCHORAGE CAMPUS in 1980. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Saint Francis Bartlett Medical Center and Methodist University Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

3.7 Star Rating
Based on 3 reviews 3.7 Star Rating (3 reviews)

Practice

1444 E Shelby Dr Ste 203 Memphis, TN 38116

Make an Appointment

(901) 345-2833

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Childress is affiliated with Methodist Olive Branch Hospital Olive Branch, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Childress specializes in the area of Orthopedic Surgery. • See board certifications
  • Friendly Staff
    Patients said the staff was friendly. • See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Joint Replacement Award™ • See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Childress' Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Childress

3.7
3 ratings
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1 star
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About Me

biography

Dr. Rommel Childress, MD is an orthopedic surgeon in Memphis, TN and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from UNIVERSITY OF ALASKA / ANCHORAGE CAMPUS in 1980. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Saint...read more

  • Orthopedic Surgery

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  • University Of Alaska / Anchorage Campus

    Medical School, 1980
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery®
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Orthopedic Surgery
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Locations

Practice

Optimal Home Health & Living1444 E Shelby Dr Ste 203 Memphis, TN 38116
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Methodist Olive Branch Hospital

    4250 Bethel Rd
    Olive Branch, MS 38654
    Recipient of 1
    hospital award

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2023)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    View all awards

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

    84%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% lower than the national average

    81%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    3% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Methodist University Hospital

    1265 Union Ave
    Memphis, TN 38104
    Recipient of 2
    hospital awards

    America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Joint Replacement Award™ (2025)

    Superior clinical outcomes in knee and hip replacement

    View all awards

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

    81%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% lower than the national average

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

    2% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Baptist Memorial Hospital-Desoto

    7601 Southcrest Pkwy
    Southaven, MS 38671

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

    80%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    4% lower than the national average

    74%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    2% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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