

Orthopaedics
Claiborne Christian, M.D.
Southaven, MS
Originally from Virginia, Dr. Christian is a veteran athleteplaying multiple sports in high school and college. It was his early athletic experiences that initiated his interest in sports medicine. He has previously served as the physician representative on the Department of Labor's Workers' Compensation Cost Containment Committee. Currently, he resides and practices in Mississippi, and has been named DeSoto's Best Orthopaedist multiple times. Dr. Christian evaluates and treats all areas of orth
40+
Years in Practice
Peer Recognition
- Castle Connolly — Top Doctor
2024-2026 (3 years)
- Healthgrades — Healthgrades Honor Roll
Clinical Focus
Subspecialties
Sports Medicine
Conditions & Treatments
Arthroscopic SurgeryACL & Ligament ReconstructionSports InjuriesMusculoskeletal Conditions
Practice Details
Hospital Affiliations
- St Francis Hospital
- Baptist Memorial Hospital Desoto
- Magnolia Regional Health Center
- Northwest Missississippi Regional Medical Center
- Highland Community Hospital
Experience
40+ years in practice