Dr. Christopher Lindsay, M.D., specializes in surgery of the back, neck, and spine. Common conditions that he treats include: disc herniations, spinal stenosis, pinched nerves, arthritic conditions of the spine, fractures, and deformity of the neck or spine, including work-related or on the job injuries. Dr. Lindsay has advanced training in spine conditions and procedures, which allow him to provide his patients with all available non-surgical and surgical treatment options.
Dr. Christopher Lindsay, M.D., specializes in surgery of the back, neck, and spine. Common conditions that he treats include: disc herniations, spinal stenosis, pinched nerves, arthritic conditions of the spine, fractures, and deformity of the neck or spine, including work-related or on the job injuries. Dr. Lindsay has advanced training in spine conditions and procedures, which allow him to provide his patients with all available non-surgical and surgical treatment options.
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Dr Lindsay was absolutely terrific
(6 days ago)
Sep-2026
Didn't feel like he had time to discuss my issues. Came in with what seemed like an already decided on plan, and didn't even know the medication I am taking.
(1 week ago)
Sep-2026
Very knowledgeable and helpful.
(1 week ago)
Sep-2026
I appreciate the thoroughness during office visits with Dr. Lindsay. He is professional, answers any questions and explains options.
(2 weeks ago)
Sep-2026
Great surgeon, always able to answer my questions in a manner that I can understand. Doesn't talk over my head.Listens very well to my concerns.
(2 weeks ago)
Sep-2026
Very friendly and knowledgeable
(3 weeks ago)
Sep-2026
Very professional, courteous.
(3 weeks ago)
Sep-2026
Took his time and was clear and kind
(1 month ago)
Sep-2026
Very professional. Explained my situation fully and clearly.
Dr. Christopher Lindsay, M.D., specializes in surgery of the back, neck, and spine. Common conditions that he treats include: disc herniations, spinal stenosis, pinched nerves, arthritic conditions of the spine, fractures, and deformity of the neck or spine, including work-related or on the job injuries. Dr. Lindsay has advanced training in spine conditions and procedures, which allow him to provide his patients with all available non-surgical and surgical treatment options.
Surgeries performed by Dr. Lindsay include: general orthopedic fracture care (broken bones in the arms or legs), as well as a variety of spine procedures, including discectomy, laminectomy, spinal fusions, cervical disc arthroplasty, cervical laminoplasty, and fracture stabilization and treatment. His special interest is in minimally invasive techniques, including microlaminectomy and microdiscectomy, as well as minimally invasive CT navigated fusion surgery, which use smaller incisions to still effectively treat the sources of pain in the spine.
Asheville is Dr. Lindsay’s hometown, though he has been away for 15 years prior to joining EmergeOrtho. He attended Virginia Tech for his undergraduate degree where he graduated summa cum laude with a degree in Biological Sciences. He received his M.D. from the University of North Carolina School of Medicine in Chapel Hill, and completed his orthopedic residency training in the historic University of Iowa Department of Orthopedics. After residency, he received additional training and experience in spine surgery at the University of Wisconsin Spine Surgery Fellowship, where he learned a variety of techniques from national and international leaders in the field. He is excited to be back home in the mountains of Western North Carolina, and in his free time enjoys hiking, biking, and being outdoors with his family.
He practices at EmergeOrtho’s South Asheville location, and operates at AdventHealth Hendersonville Hospital where he is the Medical Director of the Spine Center of Excellence, and also holds privileges at Pardee Hospital and Western Carolina Surgery Center.
Education B.S., Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University, Blacksburg, VA M.D., University of North Carolina School of Medicine, Chapel Hill, NC Orthopedic Surgery Residency: University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics, Iowa City, IA Adult Spine Surgery Fellowship: University of Wisconsin, Madison, WI Honors AOA Resident Leadership Forum Alpha Omega Alpha Medical Honor Society Gold Humanism Honor Society Phi Beta Kappa Howard Holderness Distinguished Medical Scholar J. Stuart Gaul, Sr., M.D. Loyalty Fund Scholar John B. Graham Research Society Eagle Scout
Dr Lindsay was absolutely terrific
Didn't feel like he had time to discuss my issues. Came in with what seemed like an already decided on plan, and didn't even know the medication I am taking.
Very knowledgeable and helpful.
I appreciate the thoroughness during office visits with Dr. Lindsay. He is professional, answers any questions and explains options.
Great surgeon, always able to answer my questions in a manner that I can understand. Doesn't talk over my head.Listens very well to my concerns.
Very friendly and knowledgeable
Very professional, courteous.
Took his time and was clear and kind
Very professional. Explained my situation fully and clearly.
Very knowledgeable, attentive!