Dr. Christopher Meadows is a dual board-certified physician in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation (PM&R) and Electrodiagnostic Medicine, specializing in functional and regenerative medicine in Spokane.
With expertise in musculoskeletal medicine, neurological rehabilitation, diagnostic ultrasound, and performance recovery, he helps patients optimize health, recover from injury, and pursue age-defying vitality. A former UCLA athlete, Dr. Meadows integrates exercise science, nutrition, and advanced recovery therapies into his holistic approach at Clinic 5C.
Before and After
EDUCATION & TRAINING
- MD, Michigan State University College of Human Medicine 2016
- Chief Resident, Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation, Mary Free Bed Rehabilitation Hospital 2017–2020
- Internship, Internal Medicine, University of Arizona – Banner University Medical Center 2016–2017
- BS in Physiological Science, University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) 2009
CERTIFICATIONS & PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS
- Board Certified, American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation (ABPMR)
- Board Certified, American Board of Electrodiagnostic Medicine
- Clinical Assistant Professor, Elson S. Floyd College of Medicine, Washington State University
- Member, American Academy of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation (AAPM&R)
- Member, Association of Academic Physiatrists (AAP)
- Member, American Academy of Neurology and Electrodiagnostic Medicine
Who is Dr. Christopher Meadows?
A: Dr. Christopher Meadows is a dual board-certified physician in Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation (PM&R) and Electrodiagnostic Medicine. He leads the Regenerative Medicine program at Clinic 5C in Spokane, helping patients improve recovery, performance, and longevity.
What are Dr. Meadows’ areas of expertise?
A: Dr. Meadows specializes in neurological rehabilitation, musculoskeletal medicine, diagnostic and procedural ultrasound, and electrodiagnostic testing. His unique background gives him the ability to both diagnose complex conditions and design personalized recovery protocols.
What is Dr. Meadows’ approach to regenerative medicine?
A: Dr. Meadows takes a scientific, performance-driven approach that integrates exercise, nutrition, supplementation, regenerative therapies, and advanced recovery tools. His goal is to promote healing, enhance physical performance, and support age-defying longevity.
How does Dr. Meadows’ athletic background influence his medical practice?
As a former UCLA collegiate athlete, Dr. Meadows understands the principles of training, performance, and recovery. He applies these insights to patient care, guiding individuals to maximize their health, whether that’s recovering from an injury, improving daily function, or excelling in sports.
What academic and leadership roles has Dr. Meadows held?
A: In addition to his clinical work, Dr. Meadows serves as a Clinical Assistant Professor at Washington State University’s Elson S. Floyd College of Medicine. He has authored chapters in leading rehabilitation textbooks, is an editor for the American Journal of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, and frequently presents at national conferences. He is also the medical director of NW Wound Specialists, providing in-home care to patients across the Inland Northwest.
What does Dr. Meadows do outside of medicine?
A: Outside of his medical practice, Dr. Meadows lives what he teaches by committing to fitness, strength training, Olympic lifting, and triathlon racing. He also coaches youth sports and runs athletic development programs for young athletes, reflecting his lifelong passion for performance and mentorship.
Awards & Recognition
- Paul T. Werner, MD Endowed Family Scholarship
- Peer-elected Chief Resident, Mary Free Bed Rehabilitation Hospital
- Invited Speaker, American Academy of Physiatry National Conference Cervical Dystonia, 2023
Academic & Research Contributions
- Editor, American Journal of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
- Contributor, Essentials of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, 5th Edition 2024
- Contributor, DeLisa’s Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation: Principles & Practice, 7th Edition 2024
- Published author on lumbar facet arthropathy Medscape, 2024
- Presenter and poster author at AAPM&R and AAP national conferences