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Dr. Christopher Doran, MD

Dr. Christopher Doran, MD

Interventional Pain Medicine*
20+ years of experience

Dr. Christopher Doran, MD is an interventional pain medicine physician in Carmel, IN and has over 20 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Illinois College of Medicine in 2004. He is affiliated with medical facilities IU Health West Hospital and Hendricks Regional Health. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.5 Star Rating
Based on 55 reviews 4.5 Star Rating (55 reviews)

Practice

13345 Illinois St Carmel, IN 46032
Telehealth available

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At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Doran specializes in the areas of Anesthesiology & Pain Medicine. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ See hospitals
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Dr. Doran's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Doran

4.5
55 ratings, 39 with a written review
5 star
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3 star
4%
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2 star
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1 star
11%
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A just read a patient review from a woman who was referred to Dr Doran, was initially pleased with his bedside manner, etc. however after two unsuccessful rounds of injections, she was told there’s nothing more he could offer. She spoke about how she pleaded for possible alternative treatments or even suggestions referrals for other possible doctors or recommendations. She was told flat out there was nothing he could offer and that she should see a psychiatrist. She spoke about the MRI results illustrating reasons for her pain and how her pain was not in her head. As I read this, I felt sad for this patient as I also have had a very similar experience. I've not been told it's in my head or that I should see a psychiatrist but I strongly feel that the communication between doctor and patient is not good. He doesn't appear interested in what the patient feels or understands how difficult it is to explain wide range pain throughout an area of the body. Very disappointing and hurtful.
What went well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
2 others found this helpful
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Feb 07, 2025
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Infuriated!
After months of chiropractic care and physical therapy, I was referred to a neurosurgeon for extreme pain and very limited range of motion in my neck. I was referred to Dr. Doran and was initially pleased with his bedside manner and competency. However after two unsuccessful rounds of neck injections, I was told there’s nothing more he could offer. I literally pleaded for possible alternative treatments or even suggestions/referrals for other possible doctors or recommendations. I was told flat out there was “nothing he could offer” and that I should “see a psychiatrist!” My MRI clearly shows degenerative disc disease and my condition is NOT in my head! The pain is constant and I drive for a living, with extreme difficulty turning my head. I am in disbelief that a doctor would just turn me out and say there is nothing at all I can do to alleviate this life-altering pain, discomfort, and potential danger when driving!
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
4 others found this helpful
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Feb 17, 2024
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Everyone at Dr. Doran’s office in Avon, Indiana is welcoming, pleasant and professional. They are truly concerned about the health and well-being of their patients. There was a glitch in the switch of my employer’s new insurance for 2022 and the ladies in the office took care of it so that I could make my appointment. I am very glad to be a new patient of Dr. Doran and Goodman Campbell Brain and Spine.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Kate McDonough – Jan 04, 2022
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I would highly recommend Dr Doran and his staff. Highly competent and very friendly also. Will always try to answer any questions you may have.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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Dec 22, 2021
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Timely and professional
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Dec 07, 2021
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I came to Goodman Campbell upon the recommendation of both my doctors office and my physical therapist due to recurring back pain. Dr. Doran was my dr and recommend an injection which I had today. I feel better already and think this procedure will help me ease the pain that has kept me from exercising and other activities. He has such a genuinely kind and open manner and listened closely to my concerns. Not only that, he was interested in me as a person. Not necessary for him to be good at his job, but it sure made me feel I was in compassionate hands.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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NANCY LEE – Dec 07, 2021
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Everyone was very nice and courteous. My service was prompt and I was told step by step of everything going on during my procedure. Dr. Doran is as always very professional and makes sure that I am okay during and after the procedure.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Pamela L. Lewis – Dec 01, 2021
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It went great
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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James Rork – Nov 24, 2021
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Dr Doran was very reassuring and communicated well with me throughout the procedure. He was technically gifted getting the spinal needle into place despite my scoliosis and arthritis. I would confidently recommend him
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Sara – Nov 22, 2021
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Friendly, professional. Explained everything fully.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Nov 01, 2021
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Fast, friendly, and thorough.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Oct 27, 2021
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Dr. Doran has been giving me cortisone injections for many years. I first had injections in my neck until my degenerative disc disease had progressed to the point of my needing a cervical disk fusion in two areas. He has been giving me Lumbar injections for quite awhile now! He came highly recommended to me by a friend that I worked with at Indiana Internal Medicine. I would not want to go to anyone else when it comes to my spine issues. I also have arthritis and bone Spurs in my lumbar spine area. He has kept me out of pain for multiple years and away from having to take any kind of drugs or having to have surgery through these injections! Today’s injections went very well just as they always have!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Carla Hampton – Oct 27, 2021
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Spinal injection. On target and effective.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Oct 26, 2021
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Dr. Doran is great. My injection was quick and easy. I was amazed when he said he was done.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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TB – Oct 09, 2021
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Dr. Doran is professional, a great listener, and plan maker. He does not rush and adjusts medical plan(care) as needed.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Oct 06, 2021
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Office and staff very helpful and friendly
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
No results
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gary – Sep 29, 2021
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I have been seeing Dr. Doran for injections for my lower back. Very professional, yet friendly and always has the comfort of the patient in mind. I would definitely recommend him to anyone seeking relief from back pain. I am sure he treats other areas of pain, but I see him for my lower back.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Neila – Sep 29, 2021
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The staff was great working finding an appointment for me and the staff in the office were so kind. Dr. Doran was great! All of the staff with Goodman Campbell are so professional, caring and extremely helpful.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Sonja R – Sep 22, 2021
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Dr. Doran is fantastic. Very knowledgeable and has great bedside manner.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Janel – Sep 11, 2021
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Dr Doran and his office employees are amazing. I’ve had to be seen numerous times and all visits have been comfortable and helpful. Dr. Doran is professional and my neck has been helped over and over again.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Danielle – Sep 01, 2021
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About Me

care philosophy

The mission of Goodman Campbell Brain and Spine is to be the leader in advancing the health of adults and children with neurosurgical disorders by providing comprehensive, compassionate and superior care in a state-of-the-art environment of healing, teaching and discovery.

biography

Dr. Christopher M. Doran completed his anesthesiology residency at Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis, as well as a fellowship in interventional pain management at Northwestern University in Chicago. His goal is to form an individualized...read more
  • Interventional Pain Medicine

  • Anesthesiology

  • Pain Medicine Anesthesiology

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  • Northwestern University Of Chicago

    Fellowship Hospital, 2009
  • Washington University, St Louis

    Residency Hospital, 2008
  • University Of Illinois College Of Medicine

    Medical School, 2004
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Anesthesiology®
Anesthesiology
Pain Medicine
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Locations

Practice

Unavail13345 Illinois St Carmel, IN 46032
1

Practice

Mid America Clinical Laboratories LLC2001 W 86th St Indianapolis, IN 46260
2

Practice

Office120 Avon Market Pl Ste 100 Avon, IN 46123
3

Affiliated Hospitals

  • Hendricks Regional Health

    1000 E Main St
    Danville, IN 46122
    Recipient of 7
    hospital awards

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2023, 2022)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    89%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    5% higher than the national average

    82%
    Patients would recommend the hospital to friends and family

    17% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • IU Health West Hospital

    1111 Ronald Reagan Pkwy
    Avon, IN 46123
    Recipient of 8
    hospital awards

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    87%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% higher than the national average

    79%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    3% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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