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Dr. Christopher Marinakis, MD

Dr. Christopher Marinakis, MD

Urology*
25+ years of experience

Dr. Christopher Marinakis, MD is a urologist in Asheville, NC and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from East Carolina University Brody School of Medicine in 1999. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Mission Hospital and Atrium Health Carolinas Medical Center. He is accepting new patients.

4.1 Star Rating
Based on 28 reviews 4.1 Star Rating (28 reviews)

Practice

1100 Tunnel Rd Asheville, NC 28805

Make an Appointment

(282) 987-9118

Dr. Marinakis is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Urology

The Healthgrades Choice designation helps you understand the most important factors to consider when choosing a healthcare professional. This designation is earned based on four set standards.
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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions
  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Marinakis specializes in the area of Urology. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Prostate Surgery Award™ • See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Marinakis' Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Marinakis

4.1

28 ratings, 14 with a written review
5 Star
71%
71%
4 Star
7%
7%
3 Star
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2 Star
0%
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1 Star
21%
21%

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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Big Pain – Jan 19, 2024
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Susan G. – Dec 05, 2019
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Nov 30, 2019
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Aug 13, 2019
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Mar 29, 2019
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Mar 29, 2019
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What went well
  • 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 person found this helpful
Helpful
Jan 29, 2019
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
RaccoonMom in Sunny Hills – Jul 28, 2018
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Linda Katsoudas in Lansing, NC – Sep 29, 2017
Linda, thank you for your review and for being...Read More
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What went well
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Boone – Jul 11, 2017
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
Ashe Co – Jul 05, 2017
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
4 people found this helpful
Helpful
Boone – Mar 20, 2016
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
4 people found this helpful
Helpful
Boone, NC – Jan 06, 2016
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Long wait times
6 people found this helpful
Helpful
Billy S in Boone, NC – Dec 17, 2015
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About Me

biography

Dr. Christopher Marinakis, MD is a urologist in Asheville, NC and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from East Carolina University Brody School of Medicine in 1999. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as...read more

  • Urology

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • Geisenger Medical Center

    Residency Hospital, 2004

  • Geisinger Medical Center

    Internship Hospital, 2000

  • East Carolina University Brody School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1999

  • East Carolina University (graduate School)

    Undergraduate School, 1995

  • Appalachian State University

    Undergraduate School, 1987
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Urology®
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Urology
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Dr. Marinakis is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Urology

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    Locations

    Practice

    Asheville Veteran Medical Center1100 Tunnel Rd Asheville, NC 28805
    1
    Unavail423 S South St Mount Airy, NC 27030
    2

    Practice

    Boone Urology Center P.A.935 State Farm Rd Boone, NC 28607
    3

    Practice

    Cmha dba Atrium Health Urology Lincoln441 McAlister Rd Ste 1200 Lincolnton, NC 28092
    4

    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Spartanburg Medical Center

      101 E Wood St
      Spartanburg, SC 29303
      Recipient of 1
      hospital award

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

      88%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      4% higher than the national average

      82%
      Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

      7% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback

    • Novant Health Huntersville Medical Center

      10030 Gilead Rd
      Huntersville, NC 28078
      Recipient of 5
      hospital awards

      Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

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

      1% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback

    • Atrium Health Carolinas Medical Center

      1000 Blythe Blvd
      Charlotte, NC 28203
      Recipient of 14
      hospital awards

      Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2023)

      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.

      85%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      1% higher than the national average

      77%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      1% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback
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