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Christopher M. Bonfield MD

Associate Professor of Neurological Surgery, Director, Adult and Pediatric Neurosurgery Scoliosis and Spine Deformity Program, Director, Pediatric NeuroSpine Program, Neurosurgery Director, Pediatric Craniofacial Program, and Director, International Neurosurgery Program
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About Christopher M. Bonfield

Areas of Expertise

  • Congenital Malformations of the Brain and Spinal Cord
  • Craniofacial Surgery
  • Neurologic Surgery
  • Neurological Disorders, Surgery
  • Neurological Surgery
  • Orthopaedics
  • Pediatric Neurologic Surgery
  • Pediatric Neurosurgery
  • Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery
  • Spinal Surgery
  • Spine
  • Spine, Comprehensive

Locations

Vanderbilt Children's Cleft and Craniofacial Program
2200 Children's Way, 7th Floor
Nashville, TN 37232
Vanderbilt Children's Neurosurgery
2200 Children's Way, 9th Floor
Nashville, TN 37232
Vanderbilt Spine Center
Vanderbilt Health One Hundred Oaks
719 Thompson Lane, Suite 23108
Nashville, TN 37204

Languages

  • English

Education

  • Doctor of Medicine - University of Pittsburgh, 2007
  • Fellowship - University of Pittsburgh Medical Center, 2011
  • Residency - University of Pittsburgh Medical Center, 2014
  • Fellowship - British Columbia's Children's Hospital, 2015

Board Certifications

  • Pediatric Neurological Surgery - American Board of Pediatric Neurological Surgery, 2017
  • Neurological Surgery - American Board of Neurological Surgery, 2018

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Patient Comments

Patient Comments are gathered from the Press Ganey Patient Experience Survey and displayed in full. Patients are not identified in order to respect patient privacy.
Even though I was late Dr. Bonfield was extremely attentive and took a great deal of time to explain all aspects of my spinal problems and the various treatment options. He was extremely detailed demonstrating is his extensive experience in this area.
February 1, 2024
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GREAT EXPLANATION OF ISSUES, USED VISUAL MRI TO EXPLAIN. GREAT EXPLANATION OF GAME PLAN TO TREAT. SHOWEDGENUINE CONCERN FOR MYSELF THE PATIENT
January 30, 2024
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He was the best surgeon we have spoke with. He made it feel like our time was valued to him and explained everything and even answered all my questions and explained those answered in depth.
September 29, 2023
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Dr. Bonefield was very professional, considerate and knowledgeable. He listed to all concerns and took my personal desires into consideration. He didn't beat around the bush but gave concise and clear answers to all questions. He had a great "bedside" manor and was really nice. He made me feel confident in his medical judgement
September 19, 2023
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Outstanding
August 7, 2023
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My life would look completely different without the help and care of Vanderbilt Health. I have the highest respect for Dr. Bonfield and I have nothing but good things to say about him and his office.
August 1, 2023
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We always have a great experience when we come here. We really trust the doctor and nurses.
July 26, 2023
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Extraordinarily positive experience with the physician!!!
June 28, 2023
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He is truly the best! We are blessed to have him as our Neurosurgeon!
June 18, 2023
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