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Christopher J. Drinkwater, M.D.
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10 Miracle Mile Drive
Rochester, NY 14623
About Me
I have served as the Director ...
I have served as the Director of the Evarts Joint Center, where over 2200 joint replacements are performed each year. I am a member of international Orthopaedic and surgical societies, have authored numerous journal articles and presented papers at local and national meetings. I have given guest lectures for surgeons training in direct anterior hip replacement and robotic techniques.
Certified Specialties
Orthopaedic Surgery - American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
Faculty Appointments
Associate Professor - Department of Orthopaedics (SMD)
Credentials
Residency & Fellowship
Fellowship, Washington Orthopaedic Services. 1995 - 1996
Fellowship, Sports Medicine, Institute for Bone and Joint Disorders. 1994 - 1995
Fellowship, Orthopaedic Surgery, Australian Orthopaedic Association Advanced Training Program Sydney (South Side). 1990 - 1993
Residency, Orthopaedic Surgery, The Hills Private Hospital. 1989 - 1990
Residency, Orthopaedic Surgery, Royal Sydney Children's Hospital (Australia). 1988 - 1989
Residency, Surgery (General Surgery), St. Vincent's Hospital. 1987 - 1988
Internship, Internal Medicine, St. Vincent's Hospital. 1986 - 1987
Awards
Awarded Commonwealth AIDS Research Grant 1989
Publications
Journal Articles
Ahmad CS, Guiney WB, Drinkwater CJ
Arthroscopy : the journal of arthroscopic & related surgery : official publication of the Arthroscopy Association of North America and the International Arthroscopy Association.. 2002 January 18 (1):95-8. Epub 1900 01 01.
Drinkwater CJ, Neil MJ
The Journal of arthroplasty.. 1995 April 10 (2):185-9. Epub 1900 01 01.
Hip Replacement - A Patient's Guide
Drinkwater, C.
N.S.W. Government Printers. 1989; .
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Patient Comments
All good. Much confidence felt by me.
Sep 13, 2024
Good explanations, answered all questions, patient, cared about me and my situation.
Aug 31, 2024
Dr Drinkwater was so down to earth and reassuring. He acted as if I was the most important thing to him at that moment.
Aug 28, 2024
Dr. Drinkwater has an excellent manner.
Aug 22, 2024
Extremely wonderful
Aug 20, 2024
Great
Aug 19, 2024
I would recommend Dr. Drinkwater to anyone with knee problems. He is the very best!
Aug 08, 2024
Very good
Aug 08, 2024
Dr. Drinkwater and his staff are outstanding
Aug 02, 2024
Excellent
Jul 22, 2024
Dr. Drinkwater is very knowledgeable, explained the procedure and answered all my questions.
Jul 20, 2024
Dr Drinkwater is the best ! I have recommended him several times
Jul 10, 2024
Excellent communication and compassion and knowledge and expertise!!
Jan 29, 2024
Simply put, Dr. Drinkwater is the best!
Dec 19, 2023
Very Good.
Dec 11, 2023
Dr. Drinkwater is the best doctor. He is friendly and really listens. Tells you straight up what is going going on and always truthful of all options of the situation.
Dec 10, 2023
Dr. Drinkwater is a caring and an excellent surgeon. I recommend him all the time.
Nov 15, 2023
I've already recommended him to my wife and family. Dr. Drinkwater is an awesome physician!
Nov 13, 2023
Only problem with this care giver is that he is so very good at what he does (knee replacement) that he is difficult to schedule for an appointment. [...]
Nov 11, 2023
[...] While doctor is not a man of many wards, he is good at what he does! A successful surgery & result.
Nov 08, 2023
[...] to get this doctor since a best friend uses him and many others I know highly recommend him. I am a very difficult patient since I fear this treatment. I have some hearing issues which also makes me difficult
Nov 04, 2023
Dr Drinkwater is the best and provided me with stellar service and advice
Oct 21, 2023
Very good
Oct 19, 2023
He is the best.
Oct 18, 2023
High marks, all around.
Oct 14, 2023
Dr. Drinkwater is exceptional in every way. He is kind, professional, and incredibly knowledgeable. He always takes time to answer questions.
Oct 03, 2023
Dr. Drinkwater and his staff have met and exceeded my expectations for the care I need
Sep 30, 2023
Dr. Drinkwater is the best surgeon!!
Sep 22, 2023
It was all good. Everything was great -
Sep 19, 2023
This surgeon performed a hip replacement on me 10 yrs. ago. I have the utmost faith in him.
Aug 01, 2023
Dr. Drinkwater was thorough, pleasant and knowledgeable. He listened. He followed up on any concerns I had brought up with the PA.
Jul 27, 2023
Dr. Drinkwater and the staff in his office are world-class.
Jul 19, 2023
It was a pleasure to visit Dr. Drinkwater and be the recipient of his medical expertise.
Jul 19, 2023
5/5 stars for my care provider.
Jun 28, 2023
[...] Dr Drinkwater was great and informed me he only does replacements and I don't need one. [...]
Jun 25, 2023
I was in serious conflict with myself on how I wanted to proceed with my care. I had such a good conversation with both dr. and PA and left feeling relieved and confident.
Jun 21, 2023
Very thorough, explained the process, very easy to talk with and extremely courteous.
Jun 14, 2023
Second procedure with Dr Drinkwater, so I do have confidence
May 20, 2023
Worth the 1 1/2 drive to a trusted provider and facility.
May 16, 2023
Good experience.
May 15, 2023
He's a GREAT guy!
May 09, 2023
Dr. Drinkwater is the best and we all know it!
Apr 29, 2023
Dr. Drinkwater is patient and informative. I have no worries about upcoming medical treatments.
Apr 22, 2023
Dr. Drinkwater is the best of the best!
Apr 17, 2023
Both my children are doctors, several customers are doctors. ALL COMPLAIN THEY ARE NOT GIVEN ENOUGH TIME TO DO THE BEST CARE. I AM CERTAIN DR. DRINKWATER IMPACTED HIS LUNCH TIME SPENDING EXTRA TIME WITH ME. [...]
Apr 09, 2023
Dr. Drinkwater is an outstanding provider. Helped me to make an informed decision about my healthcare. Very good bedside manner.
Apr 08, 2023
I have already recommended Dr. Drinkwater to several people, all of whom thanked me profusely.
Feb 15, 2023
I already have recommended Dr. Drinkwater for knee replacement!
Jan 21, 2023
Wonderful experience.
Jan 18, 2023
Dr. Drinkwater is an excellent physician. I called in a panic, as I thought that from a dentists' visit the previous week, I may have gotten an infection in my new hip! He, and his also excellent PA that worked with me also that day ( sorry I can't recall her name ) got me in the very day I called and did tests that dispelled that fear. Also prescribed PT! To fit me in just as the holidays are just around the corner was so generous! But I can now relax with my family!
Dec 21, 2022
Excellent physician!!
Dec 15, 2022
VERY GOOD
Dec 14, 2022
Based on previous THR surgical outcome I have high confidence in Dr. Drinkwater and his team. [...]
Dec 07, 2022
Highly recommend Dr. Drinkwater as an orthopedic surgeon.
Dec 05, 2022
Knowledgeable about my issues, felt confident in his recommendations. Professional, friendly, cheer, good listener.
Nov 19, 2022
Dr Drinkwater is the best and his nurse is just ausome and I'm glad they agreed to give me a hip replacement
Nov 16, 2022
Excellent surgeon. Very poor bedside/personal manner.
Nov 07, 2022
Dr, Drinkwater is excellent!
Oct 20, 2022
Attentive, excellent analysis and care.
Oct 13, 2022
Good
Sep 30, 2022
Great listener, interested in my care. Friendly, knowledgeable and I trust him completely.
Sep 14, 2022
I have the utmost confidence in Dr. Drinkwater's ability. He listens to any concerns, provides answers and solutions that are easy to understand and provides excellent medical services, all with a friendly smile.
Aug 06, 2022
Excellent
Jul 20, 2022
Dr. Drinkwater is wonderful. I'm very glad I was referred to him.
Jul 13, 2022
Excellent surgeon.
Jun 16, 2022
Linda and Dr. Drinkwater are the best. I trust no one else.
Jun 15, 2022
Excellent patient care!!
Jun 11, 2022
Very fortunate to have Dr. Drinkwater for my orthopedic doc. He's the best!!
May 28, 2022
Dr. Drinkwater is so kind and informative.
May 25, 2022
DR DRINKWATER IS THE BEST !!!!
May 25, 2022
The care provider was in the room such a short time that I don't think he even closed the door.
May 21, 2022
Dr Drinkwater is sooo good!!!
May 18, 2022
Excellent.
May 16, 2022
This provider is excellent - I have total confidence in him and would definitely use him again.
May 12, 2022
Drinkwater is well known as a leading surgeon.he also has an excellent "bedside manner" listening to my concerns and making appropriate suggestions. He even helped point me to the correct exercise machines to use, as well as avoid at my gym.
Apr 27, 2022
Dr. Drinkwater is an excellent provider.
Apr 20, 2022
Dr. Drinkwater listens attentively and explains himself well.
Apr 16, 2022
Dr. Drinkwater is a very, very good surgeon. You should be very proud having him working for Strong. If Dr. Drinkwater wasn't in charge of my surgery, I am confident I would not be on this earth right now. He took the bull by the horns and took off running. Very compassionate and concerned.
Mar 21, 2022
Very attentive to my needs.
Mar 18, 2022
I have and will continue to express my confidence and satisfaction of the skills of Dr Drinkwater !
Mar 18, 2022
Pre visits went very well. Surgery went very well. Post visits also went very well. No complaints from me.
Mar 14, 2022
Dr Drinkwater and all his staff were exceptional!
Mar 02, 2022