WELCOME TO Dr. Klifto's Website

I am Dr. Christopher Klifto, Board Certified Orthopedic Surgeon Specializing in Upper Extremity Care, with a focus on treating injuries and conditions of the fingers, wrist, hand, elbow and shoulder. This website is specially designed for my patients to have all the necessary information related to the upper extremity. In addition to this, the site also provides information on appointments, latest news, contact details and much more.

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Benefits of Arthroscopic Surgery

  • Smaller Incisions
  • Minimal Soft Tissue Trauma
  • Less Post-Operative Pain
  • Faster Healing Time
  • Lower Infection Rate
Patient Reviews

Patient Reviews

  • Dr. Klifto is one of the best and most caring physicians I've ever met.
  • Dr. Klifto is among the most highly qualified surgeons I have ever had the privilege to be a patient of.
  • Dr Klifto knows my physical therapist and the surgeon who did the earlier surgery and about the ultra sound dealing with the torn rotor cuff. Appreciate that!
  • Dr. Klifto is wonderful!!! He repaired my fractured wrist perfectly and has agreed to care for my shoulder. I would highly recommend him. I trust him implicitly to operate on my shoulder when necessary.
  • Amazing bedside manner, kind and seemed very intuitive
  • The nurses and doctor klifto are really good

High Quality Personalized Care

Dr. Klifto is dedicated to providing his patients with the highest level of care tailored to meet their individual needs.

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North Carolina Orthopaedic Clinic

3609 SW Durham Drive
Durham, NC 27707