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Dr. Christine Hammer, MD

Neurosurgery* Age 43
Dr. Christine Hammer, MD
3.4 (9 Ratings)

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Dr. Christine Hammer, MD is a Neurosurgery Specialist in Olympia, WA.
Dr. Christine Hammer, MD
3.4 (9 Ratings)
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Dr. Christine Hammer, MD

Neurosurgery* Age 43
Olympia, WA
Accepting new patients
13 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Dr. Christine Hammer, MD is a Neurosurgery Specialist in Olympia, WA.

About

Dr. Christine Hammer, MD is a Neurosurgery Specialist in Olympia, WA and has 13 years experience. They graduated from Indiana University Medical Center. They currently practice at Practice and are affiliated with St. Joseph Medical Center. Dr. Hammer has experience treating conditions like Intervertebral Disc Disease, Back Pain and Spinal Stenosis among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Hammer received an average rating of 3.4/5 from patients and has been reviewed 9 times. Their office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. Hammer accepts multiple insurance plans.

Offers Telehealth

This provider offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule.

Locations

  1. 1 Olympia Orthopaedic Associates Pllc
    3909 9th Ave Sw, Olympia, WA 98502
    Monday
    07:00 - 17:00
    Tuesday
    07:00 - 17:00
    Wednesday
    07:00 - 17:00
    Thursday
    07:00 - 17:00
    Friday
    07:00 - 17:00
    Saturday
    Closed
    Sunday
    Closed

Experience and Background Check

Intervertebral Disc Disease
Back Pain
Spinal Stenosis
Intervertebral Disc Disease
Back Pain
Spinal Stenosis
Degenerative Disc Disease
Cauda Equina Syndrome
Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak (CSF Leak)
Cerebrovascular Disease
Cervical Spine Myelopathy
Cervical Stenosis
Epilepsy
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Herniated Disc
Low Back Pain
Lumbar Spine Fracture
Myelopathy
Nerve Root Injury and Plexus Disorders (incl. Pinched Nerve)
Osteoarthritis of Spine
Radiculopathy
Scoliosis
Spinal Cord Injury
Spinal Stenosis with Neurogenic Claudication
Spine Deformities
Spondylolisthesis
Subdural Hemorrhage
Thoracic Spine Fracture
Thoracic Stenosis
Traumatic Brain Injury
Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI)
Upper Back Pain
Brain Surgery
Lamina Procedures (incl. Laminectomy, Laminoplasty, Laminotomy)
Spinal Cord Stimulation
Spinal Fusion
Aneurysm
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Ankylosing Vertebral Hyperostosis
Benign Neoplasm of Brain
Bone Cancer
Brain Abscess
Brain Injury
Broken Neck
Cerebral Artery Thrombosis
Cerebral Edema
Cerebral Palsy
Cervical Spinal Cord Injury
Chiari Malformation Type 1
Chiari Malformation Type 2
Chiari's Deformity
Chordoma
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Compressed Spinal Cord
Cranial Trauma
Hydrocephalus
Hypothalamus Cancer
Idiopathic Intracranial Hypertension
Intracerebral Hemorrhage
Meningiomas
Myelomalacia
Nerve Sheath Tumors
Neurogenic Bowel
Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus
Obstructive Hydrocephalus
Pathological Spine Fracture
Pinched Nerve in Back
Pituitary Gland Cancer
Pituitary Tumor
Polyneuropathy
Post-Laminectomy Syndrome
Secondary Malignancies
Stroke
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Subarachnoid Hemorrhage
Tethered Cord Syndrome
Thoracic Radiculopathy
Thoracic Spinal Cord Injury
Thoracic Spine Myelopathy
Traumatic Cerebral Edema
Craniectomy
Craniectomy, Craniotomy, Surgery of Skull Base, Neuroendoscopy
Craniotomy
Destruction of Brain Tumor
Dural Repair or Other Spinal Cord Repair
Herniated Disc Surgery
Laminoplasty
Neuroplasty
Neurostimulation
Neurostimulator Implantation
Spinal Cord Stimulator Implant
Stereotaxis

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Apr 07, 2024
Thorough explanation of procedures and what to expect after surgery.
Kandace R Lucas — Apr 07, 2024
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About Me

Care Philosophy
  • Christine Hammer, MD, is a neurosurgeon who specializes in adult spine neurosurgery. She treats degenerative conditions, tumors, cysts and Chiari malformations; implants spinal cord stimulators, pain pumps and shunts; and performs arthroplasty and laminoplasty. Dr. Hammer pursues an evidence-based, comprehensive care plan that has been individualized to each patient in order to address their unique needs. While she has trained with the most advanced tools and technology, she understands the circumstances that indicate when a minimally invasive or open surgical approach should be used. Dr. Hammer is a member of the American Association of Neurological Surgeons, Congress of Neurological Surgeons and Counsel of State of Neurological Societies. Outside of work, she enjoys spending time with family and being active.

Care Philosophy
Biography
  • Dr. Christine Hammer, MD is a neurosurgery specialist in Olympia, WA and has over 12 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from Indiana University Medical Center in 2011. She specializes in Neurosurgery.
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Specialties*
Neurosurgery
Specialties*
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Education

Medical Education

Medical Education
  • Indiana University Medical Center
    2011
Medical Education

Internship

Internship
  • Thomas Jefferson University, Philadelphia, Pa
Internship

Fellowship

Fellowship Hospital
  • Emory University - Atlanta, Georgia
Fellowship Hospital
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Christine Hammer, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Hammer's profile.

Dr. Hammer frequently treats the following conditions: Intervertebral Disc Disease, Back Pain and Spinal Stenosis. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. Christine Hammer, MD is affiliated with St. Joseph Medical Center.

Dr. Hammer has over 13 years of healthcare experience.

Hospital Affiliations

  • St. Joseph Medical Center

    1717 S J St, Tacoma, WA

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