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About Optimum

Deep expertise with a personal approach.

A small, independent medical practice designed to care for the whole person—and often the whole family—across every stage of life.

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Meet the physician

Christopher S. Burress, DO

Board Certified in Internal Medicine & Pediatrics

Dr. Burress completed his Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine degree at Kansas City University of Medicine and Biosciences and trained in Internal Medicine and Pediatrics at the University of South Alabama, where he served as chief resident.

His experience includes primary care, hospital medicine, complex chronic disease, care of older adults, pediatrics, hospice, rehabilitation medicine, and medical education. That broad background supports practical care for routine needs as well as complicated medical situations.

At Optimum, the relationship comes first: careful listening, plain explanations, evidence-based recommendations, and care shaped around the patient’s real life.

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Professional certification

ABIM Board Certified in Internal Medicine

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Professional certification

American Board of Pediatrics Certified

Dr. Burress is certified in Pediatrics through the American Board of Pediatrics. Use the verification link to check current certification information directly with the ABP.

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Professional certification

NBPAS Certified in Internal Medicine and Pediatrics

Dr. Burress is certified by the National Board of Physicians and Surgeons in Internal Medicine and Pediatrics. Select the badge or verification link to confirm certification through NBPAS.

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Professional membership

Fellow, American Academy of Pediatrics

Dr. Burress is a Fellow of the American Academy of Pediatrics and uses the professional designation FAAP. Select the badge or directory link to verify membership through the AAP member directory.

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Dr. Burress writes for patients, physicians, and other health professionals. Select the badge or profile link to visit his public Doximity page and explore his professional profile and published work.

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Compassion

Patients are treated with empathy, dignity, and the time needed to feel heard.

Evidence

Recommendations are grounded in current medical evidence and individualized clinical judgment.

Continuity

Caring for all ages makes it possible to build lasting relationships across families and generations.