Get to know Christopher Laird, MD, from General Surgeon

Dr. Christopher Laird is a pediatric general and thoracic surgeon at Children's Wisconsin and also a professor of Pediatrics at  the Medical College of Wisconsin. Dr. Laird specializes in advanced minimally invasive surgery and surgical critical care.

Dr. Laird’s philosophy is to provide compassionate and innovative care to his young patients and their families. 

With a profound commitment to utilizing cutting-edge techniques and technology, he strives to minimize discomfort and maximize outcomes, ensuring the best possible surgical experience for each child under his care. Through meticulous attention to detail and a deep understanding of pediatric surgical critical care, Dr. Laird is driven to rescue even the sickest of infants and children born or brought to our hospital and optimize their recovery and long-term well-being, empowering every child to thrive beyond their medical challenges.

Medical degree: University of Maryland, MD

Residency: University of Maryland (Baltimore, MD) - General Surgery

Fellowship: Children's Mercy Hospital (Kansas City, MO) - Pediatric Surgery;

Medical College of Wisconsin - Surgical Critical Care Fellowship

LocationMilwaukee Campus

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