Christopher Y. Kweon M.D.

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Christopher Y. Kweon M.D.
Medical Specialties
- Orthopedic surgery
- Sports medicine surgery
- Knee surgery
- Shoulder and elbow surgery
- Sports medicine
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Languages
- English
Patient Ratings and Reviews
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Dr Kweon took the time to explain things in depth
Dr. Kweon is THE best. He has treated me and both my kids. We trust him implicitly. [...]
Dr. Kneow, was very very professional so helpful caring answered all my concerns my[...] went beautifully his nurse was very very good [...] I got the best treatment ever [...]
Dr. Kweon's service & support, plus that of his team, has always been excellent. Thank you!
Dr. Kweon and his PA (Jen) are seriously the BEST. They listen, they care, and they work great as a team. I had some complications after my surgery, which is a scary ordeal, but I never felt scared because they were always taking care of me. I knew that whenever I called, they called back and whenever I sent a message they answered that day. I just felt like they were responsive. It was that responsiveness that resulted in my positive outcome.
Very reassuring, clear milestones, very professional & prepared.
Dr.Kweon is probably one of the best orthopedic surgeons I have seen before. Very caring and listens. He also responds promptly when I send messages.
Dr Kweon is an excellent doctor and very nice and very thorough
Outstanding care.
The Doctor explained everything so that I could understand and gave me options and a sense of confidence
Answered all our questions and explained everything to me.
The medical team that I saw at UW Sports Med was one of the most competent and friendly staff that I've been seen by over the last two years. I apologize for not remembering last names. But I was treated by [...] and Chris was the primary physician. Absolutely outstanding experience.
I was pretty well informed before arriving. Dr. Kweon adjusted his discussion accordingly and I had a very beneficial interaction, both with him and his medical student.
Dr Kweon made my experience better
Dr Kwan and his physician assistant [...] were so welcoming and empathetic. Explaining everything
Dr. Kweon and his team are very caring and professional. They made me feel special and welcomed.
About Christopher Y. Kweon
Christopher Kweon, M.D., is a board certified orthopaedic surgeon at the Sports Medicine Centers at Husky Stadium and a UW assistant professor of Orthopedics and Sports Medicine.
Dr. Kweon specializes in providing comprehensive treatment of sports injuries using arthroscopic and minimally invasive surgical techniques. He strives to create active partnerships with his patients to achieve the best possible outcomes.
Dr. Kweon earned his M.D. from the UW and did fellowship training in sports and shoulder surgery at the University of Michigan. His clinical interests include treating disorders of the knee, shoulder, elbow and ankle in patients with sports injuries. His research interests include outcomes after treatment of sports medicine conditions, quality and value in orthopedics and sports medicine, healthcare utilization and efficacy for common sports injuries and resident education.
Personal Interests
Dr. Kweon enjoys spending time with his family outdoors, rooting for Husky Athletics, eating BBQ and playing softball.
Education and Training
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Univ. of Michigan SOMFellowship, 2014, Sports MedicineBanner Good Samaritan Orthopaedic ResidencyResidency, 2013, Orthopaedic SurgeryUniv. of Washington, School of MedicineMedical Education, 2008
Board Certifications
- Sports Medicine, 2026, American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
- Orthopaedic Surgery, 2016, American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery