Christopher Kaeding, MD
Physician, Professor
Orthopaedic Surgery & Sports Medicine
Conditions and expertise
- Athletic Injuries
- Knee Medial Collateral Ligament
- Knee Injuries
- Menisci, Tibial
- Surgical Specialties
- Mild Cognitive Impairment
Locations
- Jameson Crane Sports Medicine Institute
Academics and research
Department: Orthopaedics
About
- Gender
- Male
Biography
I believe that people should have their care personalized to fit their needs and situation.
I specialize in orthopaedic sports medicine surgery for active people. I enjoy helping people develop, maintain or return to an active lifestyle.
In my spare time, I enjoy hiking and climbing mountains. I have climbed mountains in Ecuador, Peru, Japan, Tanzania, Switzerland and across the U.S.
Highlights
- Rated in the top 10 percent of physicians in the nation for patient satisfaction, 2015, 2017 and 2018
- Ohio State Department of Athletics Medical Director
- Professor, Department of Orthopedics
- Published in more than 100 medical journals
- Named to the Castle Connolly list of 'America's Top Doctors'
- Named to Castle Connolly's Regional Top Doctors list
- Best Doctor in America, 2017
Conditions and expertise
- Athletic Injuries
- Knee Injuries
- Knee Medial Collateral Ligament
- Leg Injuries
- Menisci, Tibial
- Mild Cognitive Impairment
- Orthopedics
- Sports Medicine
- Surgical Specialties
Locations
Please note: Not all physicians schedule patients at each listed location.
Credentials
Education
- Fellowship - Sports Medicine
- Cleveland Clinic Foundation, Cleveland, OH, United States
8/1/1988 - 7/31/1989 - Residency - Orthopaedic Surgery
- Northwestern Memorial Hospital, Chicago, IL, United States
7/1/1983 - 6/30/1985 - Doctor of Medicine (MD)
- Northwestern University, Evanston, IL, United States
9/1/1979 - 6/1/1983
Certifications
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American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery/Sports Medicine
11/9/2007 -
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
7/12/1991
Academics and research
What I’m most proud of at The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center is our program that addresses anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injury treatment, prevention and outcomes. Our research program has resulted in numerous research publications that have helped shape the care of ACL injuries across the country.
Research interests
- Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL)
Academic information
- Department:
- Orthopaedics
- Division:
- Orthopaedics
More about my research
News and media
My news coverage
- MedTips: Awards and announcements from The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center
- MedTips: Awards and Announcements
- OSU Sports Medicine Hosts Inaugural ACL Meeting
- Open House for Ohio State's New Sports Medicine Institute
- Ohio State First to Use Plastic Meniscus Implant in FDA Clinical Trial
- Ohio State Doctor Shows Promise of Google Glass in Live Surgery
Ratings and reviews
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The comments are submitted by patients and reflect their view and opinions. The comments are not endorsed by and do not necessarily reflect the views of Ohio State Wexner Medical Center.
35 Patient Satisfaction Reviews
Patient Comments
Consulting and related relationships
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As of 11/3/2025 Christopher Kaeding has reported relationships with the companies or entities listed below. If you have questions about the relationships listed below, please ask the faculty member. If you have questions about how these relationships are monitored by The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, please contact our Compliance Office.
- American Orthopaedic Society for Sports Medicine
- Arthrex
Dr. Kaeding did a great job and helped me with my issue
Very professional and kind
Dr. Kaeding Is awesome
Dr. Kaeding was very attentive and went into great detail explaining my issue- very kind and thoughtful- excellent Dr in my opinion Will definitely go to him again with any issues I have concerning orthopedic issues.
He clearly described my condition with strong reference to the x-rays
Extremely nice knowledgeable, informative
None, everything was great
Dr was v good, v serious, examined v well
Doc was great to explain
Dr. Leading is outstanding. I felt I could trust his expertise and he showed a deep level of concern and care for me.
Professional, thorough, kind, patient, listened carefully, encouraging
Dr. Kaeding has a great bedside manner. He explained the problem with my knee in great detail and answered all my questions.