Christopher Yeung
About Christopher Yeung
Christopher Yeung is a Co-Owner of Phoenix Rising Football Club and serves as the Medical Director at SQUAW PEAK SURGICAL FACILITY INC. He has over 20 years of experience in spine surgery and has held various leadership roles in medical institutions in Phoenix, Arizona.
Work at Phoenix Rising Football Club
Christopher Yeung has served as Co-Owner of Phoenix Rising Football Club since 2016. He joined a group that purchased and rebranded Arizona United SC to Phoenix Rising FC, which competes in the United Soccer League. His involvement in the club reflects a commitment to enhancing the local sports landscape and contributing to the growth of soccer in the region.
Current Roles in Healthcare
Christopher Yeung currently holds several key positions in the healthcare sector. He serves as Medical Director at SQUAW PEAK SURGICAL FACILITY INC since 2019. Additionally, he has been a member of the Board of Directors at The CORE Institute Specialty Hospital since 2015. He also holds the position of President at Desert Institute for Spine Care, a role he has maintained since 2002. His extensive experience in these roles underscores his leadership in the medical community.
Education and Expertise
Christopher Yeung has a robust educational background in medicine and surgery. He earned his Doctor of Medicine (MD) from the University of Southern California from 1992 to 1996. He completed an Orthopedic Surgery Residency Program at UC Irvine from 1996 to 2001, followed by an Orthopedic Spine Surgery Fellowship at USC from 2001 to 2002. His education has equipped him with specialized skills in spine surgery and minimally invasive techniques.
Professional Contributions and Research
Christopher Yeung has made significant contributions to the field of spine surgery through product development and clinical research. He participated in design teams for the Stryker ES2 percutaneous pedicle screw system and the Globus Medical RISE expandable interbody prosthesis. He has also served as a principal investigator in numerous FDA clinical studies, including those for the M6-C artificial disc replacement. His work has advanced the understanding and application of spine surgery techniques.
Recognition and Awards
Christopher Yeung has been recognized multiple times for his expertise in spine surgery. He has been named one of the top Phoenix spine surgeons from 2009 to 2024. He received the Top Doctor Award by Castle Connolly from 2012 to 2014 and again from 2017 to 2024. In 2013, he was honored with the Becker’s Spine Leadership Award and was listed as one of Becker’s 'Spine Surgeons to Know' in 2016. These accolades reflect his impact in the medical field.