Christopher M. Annis, MD

Anesthesiologist / Pain Management Physician

Biography

Pain management specialist Christopher Annis, MD, joined the OSMC staff in 2011 after completing a fellowship in pain medicine at the University of Chicago. His impressive academic accomplishments started at Augustana College in Rock Island, Illinois, where he graduated summa cum laude with a degree in pre-med and biology. Next, he spent time with Syracuse University’s Summer Abroad Program, studying health policy and law in London, Geneva, and Amsterdam, before returning to the U.S. to earn his MD degree at the University of Illinois at Chicago in 2006. Upon earning his MD, he took up a residency in anesthesiology at The Ohio State University where, during his senior year, he was voted chief resident in addition to Hardest-Working Resident two years in a row.

Dr. Annis is a member of the American Society of Anesthesiologists, the American Society of Regional Anesthesia and Pain Medicine, and the Indiana Society of Anesthesiologists. He is board certified in anesthesiology as well as pain management by the American Board of Anesthesiology. Additionally, he has been a frequent presenter and lecturer at medical conferences focused on advanced pain management and anesthesiology techniques and has contributed to several research projects, journal articles, and texts.

Beyond his hands-on medical practice, Dr. Annis takes an active interest in advancing appropriate anesthesia-related legislation. He also enjoys a life outside the medical community, spending time on wood refinishing, stained glass, cooking, and playing guitar.

Education

University of Illinois College of Medicine

Associations

American Society of Anesthesiologists
American Society of Regional Anesthesia and Pain Medicine
Indiana Society of Anesthesiologists

Board Certifications

American Board of Anesthesiology

Hospital Affiliations

Elkhart General Hospital
OSMC Outpatient Surgery Center, Elkhart

Patient Testimonials

Dr. Annis was kind, clear, and detailed in his explanations. He provided a shared treatment plan starting immediately, plus, he explained a plan B that brought me peace.

- Patient

Dr. Annis spent the time to explain everything thoroughly and completely, using vivid, visual analogies to explain complex medical terminology in a way anyone could understand. It was really a great experience.

- Patient

Dr Annis is a wonderful pain doctor. He’s not afraid to take time with me and discuss anything I want to discuss, new ideas, different things to try, natural healing, new treatments… You will not be a number with him, he actually cares.

- Patient

This was my first appointment with Dr. Annis, who was highly recommended by a friend of mine. Dr. Annis did an excellent job of asking questions, explaining things, and working with me on a plan of action.

- Patient