Christian Edward Sampson, MD

Christian Edward Sampson, MD

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4.968586 average rating from 191 patient reviews

Specialties

Affiliation

Mass General Brigham

Provider Locations

  • Boston, MA
  • Foxborough, MA

Dr. Christian Sampson is a staff surgeon in the Division of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery and an Assistant Professor of Surgery at Harvard Medical School. He holds a subspecialty certification in Hand Surgery. Dr. Sampson specializes in the management of all hand and upper extremity conditions including carpal tunnel syndrome, cubital tunnel syndrome, medial and lateral epicondylitis, tendon repairs and transfers, and nerve repair. He further specializes in complex hand microsurgery in the management of vascular compromise of the hand due to hypothenar hammer syndrome, Raynaud’s syndrome, and other conditions. Dr. Sampson’s practice philosophy is to treat all patients equally and to ensure each patient fully understands their diagnosis and treatment plan, and to be readily available throughout the course of treatment.

Dr. Sampson’s research interests include the use of Botulinum A Toxin as a means of therapeutic management of digital ischemia and Raynaud’s disease.

Education & Training

  • Fellowship: Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai, Hand Surgery- Saint Luke's- Roosevelt hospital center, 1994
  • Residency: Brigham and Women's Hospital, Plastic Surgery, 1993
  • Residency: Boston University Chobanian & Avedisian School of Medicine, General Surgery, 1991
  • Medical Education: Boston University, 1986

Board Certifications

  • Surgery of the Hand, American Board of Plastic Surgery
  • Plastic Surgery, American Board of Plastic Surgery

Languages Spoken

  • English

Age Group Treated

  • Adults

Patient Feedback

4.968586 average rating from 191 reviews

  • The reason I choose Mass General Brigham is because of the level of expertise, care, knowledge, any ability to work with me to achieve the best care plan. My latest experience had all of those things.

    2026-07-06

  • met all my expectatations.

    2026-06-30

  • The entire staff was wonderful I would not go to any other place

    2026-07-01

  • Excellent care

    2026-06-24

  • Hes kind, gentle and takes his time.

    2026-06-24

  • Very competent and pleasant to converse with

    2026-06-16

  • Dr. Sampson interacted with me in a personable and professional manner. He was patient as he intently listened to my saga. He explained what my problem was and explained the available treatment options. Should I elect a surgical solution I will definitely be returning to Dr Sampson.

    2026-06-17

  • Very nice manured person

    2026-06-16

  • Excellent practice! [redacted]

    2026-06-15

  • Generally, excellent

    2026-06-13

  • This was my sixth and most serious hand surgery with Dr. Sampson and I am positively delighted at the outcome. I expected months before I had dexterity back. I am two weeks and one day in and I'm at about 90% and I'm pain-free. I could not recommend Dr. Sampson highly enough or anybody else in the day surgery unit. Everybody was wonderful, but none more than Dr. Sampson. I would be happy if he has other patients that are on the fence about this surgery to talk to any of his patients and highly recommend him. It's changed my life, basically. I have no pain in my hand and I'm almost back to full use of it.

    2026-06-11

  • Knowledgeable, fast & efficient

    2026-06-07

  • Everything went really well. I got to see Dr. Sampson right away. He explained everything great [redacted]. So I was very happy.

    2026-06-05

  • My Dr. is very kind and compassionate. He did plastic surgery on my chest after two chest surgeries and the results are spectacular! There is no scar he is a great doctor

    2026-06-03

  • A great experience in every way. Everyone was very professional, friendly, informative and a real pleasure to have h we lping me.

    2026-05-25

  • No complaints! Was very satisfied.

    2026-05-25

  • World class expert - a gentleman and a scholar - was grateful to be cared for by him

    2026-05-25

  • Dr Sampson is a very good doctor

    2026-05-22

  • I have been seeing Dr Sampson since he was a fellow under Dr. [redacted]. I later saw DrSampson after a car accident when I had a hand injury and then for carpal tunnel surgery. Sampson is eminently qualified and his bedside manner is something all doctors should have. He is a gem and Brigham is fortunate to count him as one of their own.

    2026-05-20

  • Dr Sampson was a good listener and very informative about my condition.

    2026-05-20

  • Dr Sampson was a great Dr. This was a followup from surgery last year. Very easy to talk to.

    2026-05-19

  • Dr. Sampson is one of the only doctors I would trust with my dominant hand. He is wonderful.

    2026-05-18

  • I was seen by the doctor and my experience was very good, timely treatment.

    2026-05-17

  • Dr. Sampson is very knowledgeable and understanding of my symptoms and provided me with excellent care.

    2026-05-14

  • Dr Sampson is absolutely outstanding.

    2026-05-12

  • Very quick and efficient, in and out of the appointment in no time at all and on time. Much appreciated!

    2026-05-10

  • Dr. Sampson is the best!

    2026-05-09

  • Dr. Sampson is an excellent and knowledgeable practitioner who sets my mind at ease about my condition. He explains well about the current state and future possibilities. Years ago, he revised a scar that didn't heal well from a serious surgery. It was so much better and he was reassuring and realistic along the way.

    2026-05-08

  • Chris Sampson is a wonderful doctor and person.

    2026-05-07

  • Excellent care from Dr. Sampson and his team, highly recommend!

    2026-05-05

  • All providers were excellent! All health providers greatly lessened the stress of surgery.

    2026-05-02

  • Excellent experience

    2026-04-30

  • It was first rate all the way!

    2026-04-26

  • This was my first meeting with Dr. Sampson. He seems very kind and considerate.

    2026-04-21

  • Dr. Sampson is the best.

    2026-04-21

  • Dr. Sampson is one of the finest physicians I've ever seen in my whole life. Kudos to him.

    2026-04-23

  • Consistently excellent care by Dr. sampson

    2026-04-22

  • He & the dr. who saw me ahead of him were both kind & their information was clear.

    2026-04-20

  • Dr. Sampson does a great job. He is always on time and spends as much time as you need. He is very efficient also

    2026-04-20

  • Really fantastic in every way.

    2026-04-20

  • I really appreciated this provider's calm and reassuring manner. His experience and knowledge were impressive and he did not rush the appointment. A follow up surgical procedure was needed and the office accomodated this later the same day--all very impressive !

    2026-04-09

  • Very satisfied.

    2026-04-08

  • Dr [redacted] and Dr Simpson were both great! I was actually seen earlier than my appt.

    2026-04-06

  • Dr. Sampson is warm and smart,

    2026-04-05

  • I am so grateful to have Dr. Sampson. He is not only extremely competent, but also very kind and available to answer any questions!!

    2026-03-24

  • Excellent experience

    2026-03-23

  • Dr. Sampson is always kind and thorough in his examination and I feel confident that my soon-to-be scheduled surgery with Dr. Sampson will be successful.

    2026-03-21

  • Absolutely fantastic. I have been seeing Dr Sampson for many years and the visit is always informative and professional

    2026-03-18

  • Dr. Sampton, exceptionally skilled and made me feel very comfortable. Very kind Dr!

    2026-03-18

  • Dr. Sampson is a wonderful physician. He is attentive, experienced, thoughtful, reassuring, and efficient. I am a physician at this hospital and have seen him for hand issues several times spread out over the past decade or so and he continues to inspire confidence and the utmost respect.

    2026-03-07

  • Dr Sampson was on time, listened carefully. Gave me the appropriate information far a good outcome. He was easy to communicate with and very pleasant.

    2026-03-04

  • I was seen immediately upon were any changes. entering the office. All questions were answered. My meds didn't need to be gone over as they were in computer and I was asked if there were any changes which there were none. I liked that I was in and out. No long wait.

    2026-02-22

  • It was all good...very professional and respectful and knowledgeable.

    2026-02-18

  • It was very positive & explanation was clear.

    2026-02-04

  • Excellent experience

    2026-02-02

  • Wonderful manner with his patients.

    2026-01-29

  • Dr. Sampson was on time and extremely knowledgeable about my hand concerns

    2026-01-21

  • On time, courteous and efficient

    2026-01-20

  • Yes, dealing with Dr. Sampson and his staff, especially [redacted], was a wonderful experience. [redacted] Dr. Sampson continued to treat me very much with respect and kindness and showing kindness to everybody he meets with. So, a very wonderful experience. Thank you very much.

    2026-01-19

  • Very professional and efficient but also friendly and pleasant.

    2026-01-16

  • Dr. Sampson is superb, caring, and very knowledgeable. Highly recommend him to anyone!

    2026-01-14

  • I was quite satisfied with my visit with this provider.

    2026-01-09

  • Good service

    2026-01-06

  • Cared about my issue

    2026-01-05

  • I felt that I was in very good hands

    2026-01-05

  • Dr. Sampson was excellent. He explained my options and the procedure very well. The office was very timely in setting up an appointment for me, kept in touch with me, were very, very outgoing and welcoming in the office. And the procedure went exactly how I had been told it would, and it was a success. So it was an overall very good experience.

    2026-01-01

  • Dr. Sampson always has and continues to exceed my expectations for a medical professional. Unlike many others he is always prompt, spends enough time to answer all my questions and thoroughly explains every step he is taking with my treatment and any procedures.

    2025-12-29

  • Dr. Sampson is professional, skilled, and knowledgeable. When I injured myself, I knew he was the person I wanted caring for me. I will continue recommending him to others.

    2025-12-29

  • I am so grateful for the excellent care I have always received from the doctors at Brigham and Fonder. Thank you so much.

    2025-12-22

  • The best doctor ever, professional, kind and respectful to my needs

    2025-12-20

  • Dr. Sampson and his staff were excellent. I highly recommend them. And this is my second time going to him, I was there [redacted] and he's still as good as he was before. And I highly recommend him. A plus plus plus thank you.

    2025-12-20

  • [redacted] Dr. Sampson is an amazing provider. Always happy when I see him. [redacted]

    2025-12-09

  • Dr sampson was kind and thoughtful and had a respectful interaction with all colleagues as well

    2025-12-09

  • Professional. Thoughtful. Personable. Good listener.

    2025-12-08

  • He was very professional and kind

    2025-11-19

  • Knowledgeable

    2025-11-17

  • Exceptional - competent and kind

    2025-11-17

  • Excellent!

    2025-11-15

  • Dr. Sampson has extensive experience and great clinical judgment which I appreciate

    2025-11-08

  • There is no other Dr. Sampson. He is the best of the best!!

    2025-11-06

  • I was surprised that I wasn't asked if I had any questions. I was also surprised that I wasn't given any recommendations about whether I could continue current activities, or whether I should wear a brace or not. I had to ask (wasn't told) what would happen if the test results were positive (surgery).

    2025-11-06

  • Professional and personable.

    2025-11-04

  • Exceptional care

    2025-11-03

  • Dr. S Christian is one of the most accommodating doctors I know. he listens, is thoughtful, and kind. He understands the problem and I get results. He is a keeper.

    2025-10-29

  • I've been a patient of Dr, Sampson for about 12 years. He has always been outstanding on all my needs and surgeries that he performed.

    2025-10-28

  • The doctor was nice enough to see me quickly although I had arrived 30 minutes early for the apopointment.

    2025-10-29

  • Excellent!

    2025-10-27

  • I had the best doctor operate on me in the best hospital. Its as good as it gets.

    2025-10-22

  • Dr. Sampson is an excellent HCP. He listened to me, didn't make me feel rushed, took my concerns seriously, explained everything clearly (I wish he could be my PCP). And clearly he is a great boss because all of his staff were lovely, nice, and professional. And his office was spotless.

    2025-10-09

  • Dr Sampson is one of the best doctors at this hospital. He has performed 3 surgeries at different times on my hands. I would recommend him very highly to anyone. On a personal note Dr Sampson is compassionate, caring, respectful, and so very nice.

    2025-10-01

  • Dr. Sampson is an immensely skillful surgeon: listens carefully; is friendly, warm, and reassuring; and has what was formerly referred to as bedside manner. Have had multiple hand surgeries with Dr. Sampson, all with excellent outcomes.

    2025-10-01

  • Dr. Sampson was thoughtful, patient and his explanations were clear and concise.

    2025-09-24

  • By far the best doctor I've ever had, ever seen, ever dealt with, above and beyond what he needed to do. Great, great, great doctor and a great person.

    2025-09-26

  • Thorough and gets straight to the point

    2025-09-24

  • Dr. Sampson is kind, courteous, warm, listens well, explains very clearly and calmly and is incredibly clinically competent. I trust him totally.

    2025-09-22

  • Dr. Sampson is remarkable. He also offered that I could speak with him remotely if I had a question as my post-amputation neuroma evolved. This was a precious added kindness because of the time and difficulty to get to Brigham's.

    2025-09-14

  • Smart couteous and helpful.

    2025-09-12

  • Dr Sampson provided a level of care that was truly exceptional. How fortunate I felt and continue to feel knowing that he is alongside me as we set out to navigate through working solutions to allow for me to stay super active.

    2025-09-10

  • Great

    2025-09-04

  • Very impressed and grateful friends referred me to him

    2025-08-19

  • Outstanding

    2025-08-16

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