Christopher Jamyn You, MD| Bariatric Surgery, Obesity and Weight Management Nutrition | MedStar Health
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Christopher Jamyn You

Christopher Jamyn You, MD
Provider is directly employed by MedStar Health

4.8 out of 5 (765 reviews)

Specialties: Bariatric Surgery, Obesity and Weight Management Nutrition, General Surgery

Languages: English

(443) 777-6577

About me

Christopher You, MD, is a board-certified general and bariatric surgeon in Baltimore, MD. In addition to a busy bariatric surgery practice, Dr. You's clinical interests include foregut & reflux surgery, hernia surgery, and colon surgery. By utilizing minimally invasive techniques, including the use of the da Vinci surgical robot, Dr. You aims to minimize complications, enhance recovery, and get you back to work sooner.  

With almost 2000 robotic surgical cases, Dr. You is one of the most experienced robotic surgeons in the region. Dr. You is co-medical director of the comprehensive Robotic Surgery Program at MedStar Franklin Square Medical Center in Baltimore, MD. He is board certified by the American Board of Surgery.

Dr. You was named a 2016 "Top Doc" by Baltimore Magazine for bariatrics. He was previously named for 2012, 2013, 2014, and 2015. 

Clinical areas of focus

  • Abdominal Hernia
  • Gastric Plication
  • Gastric Sleeve With Duodenal Switch
  • Gastric Surgery
  • Laparoscopic Revision Of Gastric Restrictive Procedure
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Conditions and procedures

Conditions I treat

  • Abdomen, Lower Back, Pelvis, And Genital Injury
  • Abdomen, Lower Back, Pelvis, And Genital Open Wound
  • Abdominal Hernia
  • Accessory Sinuses Cancer
  • Acquired Absence Of Organs
  • Acute Cholecystitis
  • Acute Pancreatitis
  • Alimentary Tract Foreign Body
  • Anus And Rectum Diseases
  • Artery Disorders
  • Artificial Openings Complications
  • Biliary Tract Disease
  • Body Mass Index
  • Body Region Injury
  • Choledocholithiasis
  • Chronic Appendicitis
  • Colon Disease
  • Complications Of Cardiac And Vascular Prosthetic Devices
  • Cutaneous Abscess, Furuncle And Carbuncle
  • Deficiency Of B Group Vitamins
  • Diaphragmatic Hernia
  • Digestive System Complications
  • Digestive System Symptoms
  • Diseases Of Esophagus
  • Diseases Of Stomach And Duodenum
  • Duodenal Ulcer
  • Femoral Hernia
  • Functional Intestinal Disorders
  • Gastrojejunal Ulcer
  • Incisional Hernia
  • Malabsorption
  • Muscle Disorders
  • Myocarditis
  • Obesity
  • Paralytic Ileus And Intestinal Obstruction
  • Peripheral Vascular Disease Of The Intestines
  • Peritoneum Disorders
  • Pilar Cysts
  • Skin And Subcutaneous Tissue Disorders
  • Skin Swelling And Lumps
  • Tendinous Disorders
  • Vascular Disorders Of Intestine
  • Ventral Hernia
  • Vitamin Deficiency
  • Weight Loss Surgery Complications
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Procedures I perform

  • Abdominal Wall Stoma Repair
  • Abdominal Wall Supplement
  • Abdominal Wall Tumor Resection
  • Appendix Resection
  • Colectomy
  • Colectomy With Removal Of Terminal Ileum
  • Da Vinci Gastrectomy
  • Da Vinci Robotic Gastric Bypass Surgery
  • Duodenoileostomy
  • Endoscopic Stomach Feeding Device Insertion
  • Enterectomy
  • Enterocele Repair
  • Enteroscopy
  • Esophagectomy
  • Excision Of Jejunum
  • Excision Of Stomach
  • Excision Of Stomach Pylorus
  • Excision Stomach
  • Gallbladder Resection
  • Ganglion Cyst Excision
  • Gastrectomy
  • Gastrectomy With Roux
  • Gastric Artery Restriction
  • Gastric Plication
  • Gastric Sleeve Reversal
  • Gastric Sleeve With Duodenal Switch
  • Gastric Surgery
  • Gastric Switch
  • Gastrojejunostomy
  • Gastrorrhaphy, Suture Of Perforated Duodenal Or Gastric Ulcer
  • Gynecologic Laparotomy
  • Heller Myotomy
  • Hernia Repair
  • Iliopopliteal Bypass
  • Incision And Removal Of Foreign Body
  • Jejunum To Ileum Bypass
  • Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy With Cholangiography
  • Laparoscopic Colectomy With Anastomosis And Coloproctostomy
  • Laparoscopic Colostomy Or Cecostomy
  • Laparoscopic Enterectomy
  • Laparoscopic Gastric Partitioning
  • Laparoscopic Gastrostomy
  • Laparoscopic Revision Of Gastric Restrictive Procedure
  • Laparoscopic Sleeve Gastrectomy
  • Laparoscopic Splenectomy
  • Laparoscopic Splenic Flexure Mobilization
  • Laparoscopy
  • Minimally Invasive Gastric Restrictive Surgery
  • Minimally Invasive Surgery
  • Muscle Flap
  • Omentum Release
  • Partial Colectomy
  • Percutaneous Cholecystostomy
  • Peritoneal Cavity Drainage
  • Peritoneal Release
  • Repair Of Anterior Abdominal Hernia
  • Revision Of Gastric Feeding Device
  • Revision Synthetic Substitute
  • Robotic Cholecystectomy
  • Robotic Colectomy
  • Robotic Colpopexy
  • Robotic Esophagectomy
  • Robotic Gastric Bypass Surgery
  • Robotic Hiatal Hernia Repair
  • Robotic Surgery
  • Robotic-Assisted Bariatric Surgery
  • Roux-En-Y Bypass
  • Single Incision Laparoscopic Appendectomy
  • Small Intestine Cancer Surgery
  • Splenectomy
  • Stomach Reposition
  • Subclavian Artery Extirpation
  • Total Proctocolectomy
  • Urinary Diversion
  • Venous Access Device Removal
  • Ventral Hernia Repair With Mesh
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Practice locations

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12 MedStar Blvd
Ste 170
Bel Air, MD, 21015

410-877-8088
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miles away

Fax 410-877-8081

9105 Franklin Square Dr
Ste 305-307
Baltimore, MD, 21237

443-777-1158
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miles away

Fax 855-304-5289

Insurance

This list represents the major payors accepted by MedStar Health.

NOTE: Payor contracts change and not all plans associated with a payor may be covered. Payors may offer multiple plans. If you have a question related to your insurance, please contact your insurance plan directly. Contact information is located on your health insurance ID card.

*Denotes limited participation. Specific providers and practices may NOT be participating. Please contact your insurance plan directly.

  • List of insurance plans we accept
    • Aetna
    • CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield of Maryland
    • Cigna Health Care
    • Kaiser Permanente*
    • MedStar Select (Administered by CareFirst)
    • United HealthCare
    • Aetna
    • CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield of Maryland
    • Healthspring
    • Humana
    • Medicare & Railroad Medicare
    • United HealthCare
    • Aetna Better Health of Maryland *
    • Medical Assistance/Medicaid
    • MedStar Family Choice MD
    • Priority Partners *
    • United HealthCare Community Health Plan MD
    • Wellpoint MD
    • AmeriHealth Caritas
    • Health Services For Children With Special Needs (HSCSN)
    • Medical Assistance/Medicaid
    • MedStar Family Choice DC
    • Johns Hopkins Employer Health Programs *
    • Johns Hopkins US Family Health Plan *
    • MultiPlan
    • Private Healthcare Systems
    • Tricare/Humana Military
    • VA Community Care Network (VACCN)

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Education

Board Certification: American Board of Surgery, General Surgery

Fellowship: Sinai Hospital Of Baltimore (2008)

Fellowship: Northwest Hospital (2008)

Residency: MedStar Union Memorial Hospital at Baltimore (2007)

Internship: MedStar Union Memorial Hospital at Baltimore (2002)

Medical School: Medical College Of Georgia (2001)

Awards

  • Baltimore Magazine Top Doc: 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2023

News and publications

Sharbaugh ME and You CJ. Robotic Bariatric Surgery. Robotic Surgery: Clinical Perceptions, Approaches and Challenges. January 2019.

Ratings and reviews

  • Explanations the care provider gave you about your problem or condition

    4.8
  • Extent to which the care provider listened to you

    4.8
  • Care provider’s discussion of any proposed treatment (options, risks, benefits, etc.)

    4.8
  • Provider included you in decisions

    4.8
  • Concern the care provider showed for your questions or worries

    4.8
  • Likelihood of recommending this care provider to others

    4.8
  • Jun 26, 2026

    Found a doctor who could finally answer my questions

  • Jun 19, 2026

    The Provider did exactly what he was supposed to do.

  • Mar 7, 2026

    It was a great visit