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Dr. Christopher Michael Sullivan, MD

Accepting New Patients

(11 Ratings)

Specializes in: Obstetrics & Gynecology

Rush Medical College (2004)

Professional interests include: colporrhaphy (vaginal wall repair), laparoscopic hysterectomy, fibroids (leiomyoma), and more.

3 Riverside Circle
Roanoke, VA 24016

(540) 526-2273

Dr. Christopher Michael Sullivan, MD is an obstetrician and gynecologist in Roanoke, VA specializing in obstetrics & gynecology. He graduated from Rush Medical College in 2004 and has 21 years of experience. Dr. Christopher Michael Sullivan, MD is affiliated with Carilion Medical Center and Carilion Clinic.

Office Locations

Address:

3 Riverside Circle
Roanoke, VA 24016

Some issues Dr. Christopher Michael Sullivan, MD can help you with:

Endometrial Ablation

Endometrial ablation is a procedure that destroys and removes a thin layer of the uterine lining. It is usually performed to treat heavy menstrual bleeding, especially if bleeding cannot be controlled by medications. After an endometrial ablation, periods often stop completely. If they do not, they are much lighter and easier to manage.

There are many different ways that the uterine lining can be removed, including radiofrequency, heat, microwaves, and cold. Ablations are usually performed with local anesthetic by an OB/GYN. A probe is inserted into the uterus through the vagina, and the end of the probe is expanded or moved around to access the uterine lining. Cramping and discharge afterwards are normal, but the procedure is not particularly painful.

Endometrial ablation is not for everyone. It shouldn't be done by women who have reached menopause, or women with uterine cancer or uterine infections. It is important to remember that an endometrial ablation does not remove the uterus or ovaries, so regular pelvic exams are still important after this procedure. Women who are considering endometrial ablation should also be done having children. Pregnancy is possible after an endometrial ablation, though not likely. If pregnancy does occur, an ablation increases the risks of miscarriage and other problems, so reliable birth control must be used after endometrial ablation all the way through menopause.

Hysterectomy (Uterus Removal)

A hysterectomy is an extremely common surgery performed to remove the uterus. Sometimes the fallopian tubes, ovaries, or cervix will be removed as well. A woman who has had a hysterectomy will no longer have periods and cannot get pregnant.

There are a variety of reasons that women have hysterectomies, including:

Heavy bleeding or pain, such as that due to fibroids, endometriosis, or adenomyosis
Cancer
Prolapsed uterus, where the pelvic muscles can no longer completely hold the uterus in place

It is important to note that having any of these conditions does not necessarily mean that a hysterectomy is necessary. There are other available treatment options in most cases.

Although the uterus is responsible for a period, it is the ovaries that control the hormonal changes that women go through every month. So if a woman has a hysterectomy but keeps her ovaries, she might still experience hormonal swings every month even if she no longer has a period. Alternately, if a younger woman has a hysterectomy where her ovaries as removed, she will essentially be in immediate menopause.

A hysterectomy can be performed traditionally through one large cut in the abdomen, laparoscopically using tiny incisions and small tools, or through the vagina. Full recovery may take four to six weeks. After a hysterectomy, patients might experience sexual changes such as vaginal dryness or a change in libido. It is common to experience strong emotions after a hysterectomy, including both grief and relief. If a patient's ovaries were removed, they may be at higher risk for certain diseases, such as heart disease and osteoporosis. Taking hormonal birth control might reduce this risk.

Hysteroscopy

A hysteroscopy is a diagnostic procedure performed to examine the inside of the uterus. A thin tube with a camera and light at the end, called a hysteroscope, is inserted through the vagina. It allows the physician to view the cervix and uterine walls. Sometimes, gas or liquid is used to expand the uterus and allow a better view. If necessary, tiny instruments can also be passed through the tube and used for certain procedures, such as taking a biopsy or removing a polyp.

Hysteroscopy is often done to figure out the cause of abnormal menstrual bleeding. However, it can also be used to:

Identify the cause of recurrent miscarriage
Remove polyps or fibroids, non-cancerous growths in the uterus
Remove adhesions, scar tissue within the uterus
Identify uterine septums, a wall of tissue dividing the uterus
Perform ablation, the removal of excess uterine lining

If surgery is necessary, hysteroscopy is often used along with laparoscopy, a kind of surgery performed through small incisions in the abdomen. Tiny tools are passed through the incisions, and the hysteroscope guides the doctors while surgery is performed.

**Gender**
Male	0
Female	25

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	25
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	0
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	13

**Gender**
Male	0
Female	40

**Age**
From 65 to 74	0
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	28

Hypertension	53
High Cholesterol	45
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	0
Depression	55
Chronic Kidney Disease	0
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	30
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

**Gender**
Male	0
Female	78

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	52
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	0
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	46

Hypertension	56
High Cholesterol	38
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	0
Depression	59
Chronic Kidney Disease	0
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	31
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

**Gender**
Male	0
Female	46

**Age**
From 65 to 74	0
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	23

Hypertension	50
High Cholesterol	39
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	0
Depression	43
Chronic Kidney Disease	0
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	30
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

pelvic imaging	18
ultrasound (sonogram)	18
women's imaging	18

**Gender**
Male	0
Female	68

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	55
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	29
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	28

Hypertension	46
High Cholesterol	38
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	19
Depression	44
Chronic Kidney Disease	31
Asthma	22
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	16
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	29
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

doctor visit	31
pelvic imaging	19
ultrasound (sonogram)	19
women's imaging	19

**Gender**
Male	0
Female	96

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	74
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	33
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	48

Hypertension	57
High Cholesterol	46
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	22
Depression	46
Chronic Kidney Disease	34
Asthma	14
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	14
Diabetes	29
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

doctor visit	17
pelvic imaging	10
ultrasound (sonogram)	10
women's imaging	10

**Gender**
Male	0
Female	63

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	47
Black	16
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	21
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	27

Hypertension	60
High Cholesterol	32
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	0
Depression	35
Chronic Kidney Disease	21
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	29
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

doctor visit	13
pelvic imaging	14
ultrasound (sonogram)	14
women's imaging	14

**Gender**
Male	0
Female	56

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	41
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	12
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	32

Hypertension	59
High Cholesterol	34
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	0
Depression	48
Chronic Kidney Disease	34
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	25
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2013 - 2021

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Christopher Michael Sullivan, MD for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Christopher Michael Sullivan, MD treated as an obstetrician and gynecologist in Roanoke, VA were ultrasound (sonogram), pelvic imaging, women's imaging and breast exam.

breast exam	11
doctor visit	22
gynecologic procedures	11
pelvic imaging	14
ultrasound (sonogram)	14
women's imaging	14

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2013 - 2021

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Christopher Michael Sullivan, MD.

**Gender**
Female	47
Male	0

**Ethnicity**
Black / African American	1
Asian / Pacific Islander	0
Non-Hispanic White	29
Native American / Alaskan Native	0
Hispanic	0
Other	0

**Age**
85 and over	0
75 to 84	0
Less than 65	24
65 to 74	9

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Christopher Michael Sullivan, MD From 2013 - 2021

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Christopher Michael Sullivan, MD treated were hypertension, depression, high cholesterol and diabetes.

Hypertension	38
High Cholesterol	27
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	4
Depression	33
Chronic Kidney Disease	12
Asthma	3
Osteoporosis	0
Heart Failure	1
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	1
Diabetes	20
Atrial Fibrillation	0
Cancer	0
Dementia	0

Education & Training

Dr. Christopher Michael Sullivan, MD graduated from Rush Medical College in 2004. He completed residency at University of Vermont/Fletcher Allen Health Care. He is certified by the Board Certification: AB Obstetrics & Gynecology - Obstetrics & Gynecology and has a state license in Vermont.

Medical School: Rush Medical College (2004)

Residency: University of Vermont/Fletcher Allen Health Care

Board Certification: Board Certification: AB Obstetrics & Gynecology - Obstetrics & Gynecology

Licensed In: Vermont

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. Christopher Michael Sullivan, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

Carilion Medical Center

Carilion Clinic

Ratings & Reviews

Dr. Christopher Michael Sullivan, MD has an exceptional overall rating with an average of 4.89 out of 5 stars based on 11 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. Christopher Michael Sullivan, MD from all over the web to help you find the right in Roanoke, VA.

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General Payments

These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Christopher Michael Sullivan, MD. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.

**Payments by Company**
Ethicon US, LLC	$1,109 Energy: Harmonic $1,061	Sutures $35	Biosurgicals $13
Applied Medical Resources Corporation	$20 GELPOINT $20

**Types of Payments**
Travel and Lodging	$937
Food and Beverage	$193

Biography

Dr. Christopher Sullivan's specialty is obstetrics & gynecology. He is a graduate of Rush Medical College and a graduate of the University of Vermont/Fletcher Allen Health Care's residency program. His clinical interests include polyps, colposcopy, and myomectomy (fibroid removal). The average patient rating for Dr. Sullivan is 5.0 stars (out of 5). He is affiliated with Carilion Medical Center. Doctor.com reports that Dr. Sullivan is accepting new patients at his office in Roanoke, VA.