Christian Gaffney, MD

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A Specialist in Orthopedic Spine Surgery

Christian Gaffney, MD, treats a wide variety of conditions that impact the neck, back and spine. He is devoted to helping patients return to their active, healthy lifestyles.

Dr. Gaffney offers:

  • Artificial disc replacement
  • Minimally invasive spine surgery
  • Scoliosis treatment
  • Spinal decompression
  • Spinal fusion
  • Spinal fracture treatment

Dr. Gaffney also provides outreach services in Gillette, WY.

Speaks: English

Specialties

  • Orthopedic Surgery - Spine

Types of Care

  • Spine Surgery

(605) 341-1414

Background Information

Education & Training History

Fellowship:
Orthopedic Spine Surgery: Twin Cities Spine Center, Minneapolis, MN
Residency:
Orthopedic Surgery: University of Utah, Salt Lake City, UT
Medical School:
Harvard Medical School, Boston, MA

Board Certifications:
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery

Idea of Care

I recognize that spine disorders are best managed with a team approach. I collaborate with other spine specialists to ensure that my patients have every possible treatment option available to them. I pursue nonsurgical methods whenever possible to ease pain and improve function. If surgery is needed, I aim to perform minimally invasive, motion-preserving procedures so my patients can achieve the best possible results and enjoy the fastest recovery.

Additional Locations

Black Hills Surgical Hospital

216 Anamaria Dr
Rapid City, South Dakota 57701

(605) 721-4700

Sanford Health Gillette Clinic

2201 South Douglas Hwy
Gillette, Wyoming 82718

(307) 228-9149

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