Dr. Chris Koford M.D.
Physiatrist (Physical Medicine) | Pain Medicine
7210 E Orchard Grass Blvd Crestwood KY, 40014About
Dr. Chris Koford is a physiatrist practicing in Crestwood, KY. Dr. Koford is a medical doctor specializing in physical medicine and rehabilitation. As a physiatrist, Dr. Koford focuses on a patients ability to function, and can treat multiple conditions that affect the brain, nerves, spine, bones, muscles, joints, ligaments and tendons. Dr. Koford can diagnose and treat pain that is a result of injury, disease or a disabling condition. Physiatrists often lead a team of physical therapists, occupational therapists and physicians in a patients treatment or prevention plan.
Education and Training
Univ of Louisville Sch of Med, Louisville Ky 1999
Board Certification
Physical Medicine and RehabilitationAmerican Board of Physical Medicine and RehabilitationABPMR
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