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Christopher Phillips

Christopher Phillips, PA-C

Orthopedic Surgery

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Age Groups Seen

  • Adult

Languages

  • English

Gender

Male

About Christopher Phillips

Biography

Christopher Phillips, MPAS, RRT, PA-C is a physician assistant in the Cleveland Clinic Department of Orthopaedic Surgery located at both Chestnut Commons Family Health Center and Avon Lake Town Center Family Health Center. He is a graduate of Bowling Green State University with an Associate's degree in Respiratory Therapy and a Baccalaureate degree in science from Youngstown State University. He later graduated with a Masters' of Physician Assistant Studies from the University of Nebraska Medical Center College of Medicine. 

Chris began his orthopaedic career at Mercy Health Systems in 2005 working in both the outpatient clinic and surgery. He continued his practice at the Toledo Clinic (Toledo, OH) from 2010-2013 before joining the Cleveland Clinic in the summer of 2013. He continues his practice seeing patients with general joint issues both independently and alongside orthopedic surgeons. 

Christopher is a member of the American Academy of Physician Assistants and a member of the Ohio Association of Physician Assistants. 

Locations

  1. Elyria Family Health Center
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  2. Avon Lake Family Health Center
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Education & Board Certifications

Education

  • Graduate School: University of Nebraska College of Medicine, 2007
  • Undergraduate: Cuyahoga Community College, 2005
  • Undergraduate: Youngstown State University, 2000
  • Undergraduate: Bowling Green State University, 1999

Board Certifications

  • Physician Assistant: National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants, 2005

Research & Publications

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As of 2025-10-02, Dr. Phillips has reported no financial relationship with industry that is applicable to this listing.

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Ratings & Reviews

4.8 out of 5

360 ratings, 11 reviews

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    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/23/2026

    Every time I go in to get knee shots, it''s a good time.....our PA , Chris Phillips is efficient and gets right to the work. That''s WONDERFUL!!!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/27/2026

    Very approachable and listens with out presuming. Great Doctor

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/31/2025

    Great Dr.

    2 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/31/2025

    PA spent less than 5 minutes with me and addressed surface problem only; was not interested in exploring deeper concerns as to how injury occurred.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/23/2025

    Doc was terrific with explaining shots...thank you, thank you!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/13/2025

    Chris has been awesome and a very important part of my career Team I thank him for great Care

    3 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/1/2025

    Dr Phillips never had a conversation with me

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/10/2025

    Christopher was excellent in his diagnosis, treatment and explanation. Very much appreciated this.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/29/2025

    Dr Phillips was very kind and helpful

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/20/2025

    Very caring. Explained injury and further tests needed.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/20/2025

    The PA was excellent!!! Listened attentively. Made me feel my concern was valid. I will highly recommend him to my friends.