Published by Commons Clinic. [Web version](https://commonsclinicreviews.com/review-topics/communication/christopher-combs-md/) Reviewer names are abbreviated. Patient reviews describe individual experiences. Review counts describe source records, not unique patients or clinical outcomes; the acquired snapshot may not include complete platform histories. Clinical education and patient accounts do not replace a consultation. Listening and clear explanations · Patient experiences # Christopher Combs, MD. *Listening and clear explanations reviews.* 13 five-star reviews for Dr. Christopher Combs discuss listening and clear explanations. Patients describe Dr. Combs as professional and great. Their stories also speak to clear explanations and professional care. Feeling heard matters. Read how patients describe their conversations, then think about the questions you want answered. Read the full patient accounts and original sources below. 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Whether evaluating injuries, exploring pain management options, or recommending surgery, Dr. Combs is known for getting to the heart of the issue—quickly and clearly. Patients describe him as direct, informative, and compassionate. He’s praised for offering clear explanations, listening closely, and delivering care that’s both effective and efficient. Many say he makes procedures feel easy, recovery straightforward, and communication simple—no confusion, no fluff. Total Hip Replacement Total Knee Replacement Partial Knee Replacement Total Shoulder Replacement Hip Arthroscopy Knee Arthroscopy [Meet Christopher Combs at Commons Clinic ↗](https://commonsclinic.com/physicians/christopher-combs-md/) ## Keep getting to know us. 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Read what our patients say about listening, explanations and getting their questions answered. - How can I ask for an explanation that makes sense to me? - Which details in these patient accounts would I like to ask our team about? In their own words ## Care feels personal. *So do these stories.* These are individual experiences. A topic mention does not establish who performed a procedure, medical suitability or a typical result. This collection shows written reviews rated 4 or 5 stars that mention listening and clear explanations. You can read every rating and written review on [the full clinician profile](https://commonsclinicreviews.com/physicians/christopher-combs-md/) . 13 written reviews Highest rated first · Newest within each rating > Dr combs has operated on my body a few times.. rotator cuff, hip replacement, miniscule. Always excellent work. No problems. Listens to you. I refer him, indeed. God bless him. D. De Wolfe Rating: 5/5 · Source: Google · Date: 42 weeks ago [Reviewer’s Google activity](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/107575064822593809016/place/ChIJH2XhMeQy3YARbezZye2vIhY) Source link type: reviewer place Attributed clinician: Christopher Combs, MD > Great doctor, he takes enough time to explain your issues and very informative. The staff is also amazing. C. Carreon Rating: 5/5 · Source: Google · Date: Nov 6, 2024 [Reviewer’s Google activity](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/115375730681578063464/place/ChIJH2XhMeQy3YARbezZye2vIhY) Source link type: reviewer place Attributed clinician: Christopher Combs, MD > I have been suffering from excruciating pain in my shoulder for the past 4 months,I went to see Dr Christopher combs and had hydrocortisone injection today. This is the best decision I made.Dr Combs listens and explains in layman’s words.He gives you the options and let’s you decide. M. Ramanathan Rating: 5/5 · Source: Google · Date: Oct 18, 2024 [Reviewer’s Google activity](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/109392561636536090273/place/ChIJH2XhMeQy3YARbezZye2vIhY) Source link type: reviewer place Attributed clinician: Christopher Combs, MD > Takes time to listen. Explains all. P. Didion Rating: 5/5 · Source: Google · Date: Oct 3, 2023 [Reviewer’s Google activity](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/111963638909451192909/place/ChIJH2XhMeQy3YARbezZye2vIhY) Source link type: reviewer place Attributed clinician: Christopher Combs, MD > Omg! Dr. Christopher Combs and his entire staff is awesome, I haven’t seen this kinda professional service in so many years thank you 🙏🏽 I had knee surgery 9/7/2022 and the doctor took good care of me he explained everything detail about my surgery and what to expect after words and always asked if I had any concerns or questions and his entire staff did there part from making sure my meds were sent to the pharmacy explaining everything to me also taking care of my disability and job paperwork. I wish it were more doctors and staff like them. L. Morales Rating: 5/5 · Source: Google · Date: Nov 9, 2022 [Reviewer’s Google activity](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/101504677520685338392/place/ChIJH2XhMeQy3YARbezZye2vIhY) Source link type: reviewer place Attributed clinician: Christopher Combs, MD > Dr. Combs is very good doctor!! He made me comfortable about getting a hip replacement. Excellent bed side manners. He answered all my questions and he was very professional!..thank you Dr. COMBS D. Allen Rating: 5/5 · Source: Google · Date: Sep 16, 2022 [Reviewer’s Google activity](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/111116493297862581001/place/ChIJH2XhMeQy3YARbezZye2vIhY) Source link type: reviewer place Attributed clinician: Christopher Combs, MD > (Translated by Google) Excellent service and customer support; they explain and show you your results immediately. They offer options for improving your health. Blessings. > > (Original) > Buen servicio y atención al cliente, le esplican y muestran sus resultados al momento, > Dan opciones para su mejoría de salud.. Bendiciones. J. Valderrama Rating: 5/5 · Source: Google · Date: Mar 15, 2022 [Reviewer’s Google activity](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/103155581737947125559/place/ChIJH2XhMeQy3YARbezZye2vIhY) Source link type: reviewer place Attributed clinician: Christopher Combs, MD > I just saw Dr.Combs first time today. It's a Monday and during Covid19, so it was a bit busy in the office. I had to wait for about 45 minutes to see him. > He explained everything to me, my current prognosis, my options, surgical and non surgical treatments. > He does Not prescribe pain medications as it was my first time there. I will be calling my primary doctor today. > He didn't treat me as an assembly line patient which is nice. > Will post more once I have the surgery. P. Gutsche Rating: 5/5 · Source: Google · Date: Sep 20, 2021 [Reviewer’s Google activity](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/100576908306347366755/place/ChIJH2XhMeQy3YARbezZye2vIhY) Source link type: reviewer place Attributed clinician: Christopher Combs, MD > Dr. Combs is very informative and friendly. Made me feel like I was actually being listened to and would definitely go back if needed. J. R. Rating: 5/5 · Source: Google · Date: Oct 15, 2019 [Reviewer’s Google activity](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/113915058521694432128/place/ChIJH2XhMeQy3YARbezZye2vIhY) Source link type: reviewer place Attributed clinician: Christopher Combs, MD > Dr. Combs is great. He is knowledgeable and answers questions thoroughly. The office staff needs work, definitely not the best customer service and not always polite. I will update in 2 months after my hip replacement surgery. T. Howell Rating: 5/5 · Source: Google · Date: Mar 28, 2019 [Reviewer’s Google activity](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/108717713292371554327/place/ChIJH2XhMeQy3YARbezZye2vIhY) Source link type: reviewer place Attributed clinician: Christopher Combs, MD > I've always had a very difficult time trying to set an appointment. A year later when I need to make an appointment I get the same excuse. Your primary needs to send the referral. I did that and they said they did not receive it. But gone through this before in the past with this doctor's office and frankly I'm fed up. Dr Combs is great but his office staff sucks big time. If I ever get to see doctor comes again I'm going to tell him how bad his staff is. The lady that answer the phone had a really bad attitude. Z. Zeissman Rating: 5/5 · Source: Google · Date: Mar 29, 2018 [Reviewer’s Google activity](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/107263963902067188864/place/ChIJH2XhMeQy3YARbezZye2vIhY) Source link type: reviewer place Attributed clinician: Christopher Combs, MD > They sae me quickly. He read my xrays and gave me my options. He even drew a picture aa best he could to explain whats wrong and got me a surgery appointment for the next day. He was professional, introduced himself shook my hand and got me in and out quickly D. May Rating: 5/5 · Source: Google · Date: Mar 12, 2018 [Reviewer’s Google activity](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/112023635779162783099/place/ChIJH2XhMeQy3YARbezZye2vIhY) Source link type: reviewer place Attributed clinician: Christopher Combs, MD > Outstanding bedside manner - he truly listens to the patient. S. Helmers Rating: 5/5 · Source: Google · Date: Aug 1, 2017 [Reviewer’s Google activity](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/117874083135967253258/place/ChIJH2XhMeQy3YARbezZye2vIhY) Source link type: reviewer place Attributed clinician: Christopher Combs, MD A little more understanding ## Feel ready for *your next conversation.* Patient experience ### [A coordinated care team: 6 questions before treatment starts](https://commonsclinicreviews.com/articles/listening-explanations-and-care-coordination/) A treatment decision can involve a physician, a therapist, an imaging center, and people helping you at home. Coordination becomes easier to understand when you know who does what, how information moves, and whom to contact when something changes. Start with these five questions before the next stage of care. [Read the guide](https://commonsclinicreviews.com/articles/listening-explanations-and-care-coordination/) ## Complete review collection [Read all 13 written reviews in this collection](https://commonsclinicreviews.com/review-topics/communication/christopher-combs-md/all.md) ## Review pages in Markdown Previous: This is the first review page. Next: This is the last review page. - [Page 1](https://commonsclinicreviews.com/review-topics/communication/christopher-combs-md/index.md) ## Publisher & attribution Commons Clinic Reviews is operated by Commons Clinic. This website is not affiliated with, sponsored by, or endorsed by Google, Zocdoc, or Yelp. Google, Google Maps, and Google Business Profile are trademarks of Google LLC. Zocdoc and the Zocdoc logo are trademarks of Zocdoc, Inc. 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