
Highlights
Age Groups Seen
- Adult 18-65
- Older Adult 65+
Languages
- English
Gender
MaleAffiliations
- Cooper University Hospital
About Christopher C Derivaux
Title
Thoracic Surgeon
Cooper Medical School of Rowan University Titles
Instructor of Surgery
Awards and Honors
SJ Magazine "Top Docs" - 2017, 2020, 2022, 2024
Philadelphia Magazine "Top Docs" - 2023, 2024, 2025
Professional Memberships
Society of Thoracic SurgeonsNew York Society of Thoracic SurgeonsCamden County Medical SocietyDepartments
Thoracic Surgery
Surgery
Programs & Centers
MD Anderson Cancer Center at Cooper
Lung Cancer Center
Practice Groups
Cooper University Physicians
Locations
- 303 Central Ave, Suite 4, Egg Harbor Township, NJ 08234
- Get Directions
- phone: 856-536-1810
- fax: 856-536-1815
- 2339 Route 70 West, 2nd Floor, Cherry Hill, NJ 08002
- Get Directions
- phone: 856-547-0201
- fax: 856-547-0316
- 400 W Route 38, Suite 100, Moorestown, NJ 08057
- Get Directions
- phone: 856-270-4001
- fax: 856-325-6555
- 2 Cooper Plaza, Camden, NJ 08103
- Get Directions
- phone: 855-632-2667
- fax: 856-735-6479
Education and Training
Education
- Fellowship: New York University Medical Center, Cardiothoracic Surg, 2002
- Fellowship: New York University Medical Center, Research, 2000
- Residency: Thomas Jefferson University Hospital, Surgery, 1999
- Fellowship: Thomas Jefferson University Hospital, Surg Critical Care, 1997
- Internship/Residency: Thomas Jefferson University Hospital, General Surgery, 1997
- Medical School: UMDNJ - Robert Wood Johnson Medical School, 1993
Board Certifications
- Thoracic and Cardiac Surgery: American Board of Thoracic Surgery, 2004
- Thoracic Surgery: American Board of Thoracic Surgery, 2004
Insurance
- Aetna Better Health Medicaid HMO
- Aetna Dental Health
- Aetna First Health (Coventry)
- Aetna HMO/PPO/POS
- Aetna Medicare
- Aetna Quality Health
- Aetna Whole Health
- Aetna Workers Comp
- AmeriHealth Comp Services (Workers Comp)
- AmeriHealth HMO/PPO/POS
- AmeriHealth Medicare
- AmeriHealth Value Network
- Braven Health Medicare
- Cigna Evernorth Behavioral Health
- Cigna HMO/PPO/POS
- Cigna Medicare
- Cigna One Health
- Clover Health Medicare PPO
- Consumer Health Network Workers Comp
- Fidelis Care Medicaid HMO
- First MCO Group Health
- First MCO Workers Comp
- Galaxy Health Network Group Health
- Galaxy Health Network Workers Comp
- Guardian
- Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey HMO/PPO
- Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey Omnia
- Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey State Benefit Plans
- Horizon NJ Health Medicaid HMO
- Horizon NJ Health NJ Family Kidcare
- Humana Medicare Advantage Medicare HMO
- Humana Medicare Advantage Medicare PPO
- Humana Military Prime
- Humana Military Standard
- Humana Military TriCare
- Independence Blue Cross Comp Services (Workers Comp)
- Independence Blue Cross IBC PPO
- Independence Blue Cross Keystone Healthplan East
- Independence Blue Cross Medicare
- Independence Blue Cross Personal Choice
- Jefferson Health Plans Medicare HMO
- Jefferson Health Plans Medicare PPO
- Liberty Mutual Auto
- Liberty Mutual Workers Comp
- Longevity Health Plan Medicare PPO I-SNP
- Magellan Behavioral Health
- MagnaCare Auto
- MagnaCare Group Health
- MagnaCare Workers Comp
- Medicaid (NJ)
- Medicare
- MultiPlan PHCS
- NJ Manufacturers Auto
- NJ Manufacturers Workers Comp
- Prime Health Services Auto/Workers Comp
- Prime Health Services Group Health
- QualCare Emblem Health
- QualCare HMO/PPO
- QualCare Workers Comp
- Railroad Medicare
- Three Rivers Contigo
- Three Rivers Devon
- United Behavioral Health Group Health
- United Behavioral Health Medicaid
- United Behavioral Health Medicare
- United Behavioral Health Optum
- United Healthcare AARP
- United Healthcare Community Plan Medicaid HMO
- United Healthcare Community Plan NJ Family Kidcare
- United Healthcare Dental
- United Healthcare Dual Complete D-SNP
- United Healthcare Group Health
- United Healthcare Medicaid
- United Healthcare Medicare
- United Healthcare Medicare Advantage
- US Family Health Plan
- VA Community Care Network
- WellCare Medicare
- Wellpoint Medicaid HMO
- Wellpoint Medicare
Ratings & Reviews
4.9 out of 5
167 ratings, 46 reviewsThe Patient Satisfaction Rating is an average of all responses to the care provider related questions shown below from our survey. Patients that are treated in outpatient or hospital environments may receive different surveys, and the volume of responses will vary by question.
- Reviewed on 1/8/2026
Dr. D and his PA are a fabulous team. Personable, professional,and kind. I would highly recommend them to everyone!
- Reviewed on 12/18/2025
Dr. Derivaux was very personable and made me feel confident in my upcoming surgery. And very thankful he took my case! He made my Christmas! Thank you Doc.
- Reviewed on 12/17/2025
Everyone was very nice to me. I would recommend him and his staff to anyone. I feel very comfortable asking questions and just talking in general.
- Reviewed on 12/16/2025
I'm satisfied with my visit:thanks for your kindness!!! !
- Reviewed on 11/5/2025
Very professional and compassionate staff!
- Reviewed on 10/30/2025
Perfect!
- Reviewed on 10/23/2025
Explained everything completely and in plain speak. Compassionate and caring.
- Reviewed on 10/22/2025
I feel blessed to have Dr Derivaux as my Doctor
- Reviewed on 10/22/2025
Loved the service provided by everyone i interacted with. Also loved that your staff, who are Veterans were identified and had their branch of service showing beneath their name tag. Nice touch! Semper Fi!
- Reviewed on 10/1/2025
Dr. Christopher Derivaux is an excellent doctor. He. and his staff are very considerate.
- Reviewed on 9/27/2025
They work as a team
- Reviewed on 9/27/2025
Greatly appreciated the doctor for seeing me He has such sincere compassion for his patients. I always feel he has my best interest.
- Reviewed on 9/24/2025
Very professional, kind and friendly.
- Reviewed on 9/24/2025
Exceptional service from all staff specially the Doctor!! Very highly recommended! !
- Reviewed on 9/18/2025
The Dr and Nurse were excellent at explaining things to us.
- Reviewed on 9/17/2025
From the appointment process to the front desk to the doctor, Chris, was amazing. I felt like I was family as soon as he walked in. The nurse was outstanding and everyone treated me like I was family. I couldn't be happier. A real professional experience. and the best decision I've ever made. They all made me feel cared for.
- Reviewed on 9/10/2025
Very good experience. Everyone was very friendly and professional. Highly recommended.
- Reviewed on 9/4/2025
A very informative visit. Was put as ease knowing they were confident in their decision. Very nice people!
- Reviewed on 8/28/2025
Dr. Deriveau was compassionate, understanding and amazing.
- Reviewed on 7/31/2025
Great team
- Reviewed on 7/18/2025
I know that I have cancer my doctor is compassionate and caring and he is giving me hope that I can beat this.
- Reviewed on 7/17/2025
Dr.D and his give the best care.
- Reviewed on 7/17/2025
Perfect
- Reviewed on 7/16/2025
Dr. D and his PA are absolutely wonderful.
- Reviewed on 7/12/2025
I went outside to look at the flowers in the memorial garden and my name was called while I was out there. Because I didn't answer when the nurse called me, the she came looking for me instead of calling someone else. I felt very appreciative to her.
- Reviewed on 7/5/2025
First time I was at this office. Doctor and all staff very pleasant, and thorough. Would definitely recommend to others.
- Reviewed on 6/27/2025
A totally pleasant experience coming here. Everyone does their best to put you totally at ease. This doctor was new to me but I didn't feel that way when I left. Thank you for that!
- Reviewed on 6/19/2025
BEST patient experience!
- Reviewed on 6/13/2025
Dr derivaux is the best doctor.. he is nice and compassionate.. I would recommend him to anyone.
- Reviewed on 5/31/2025
I've been a patient of Dr. D for years and have never had a problem. He always explains everything is always very compassionate and professional. He's very good at what he does and I thank God years ago I was able to be treated by him. He's exceptional!
- Reviewed on 5/24/2025
I had surgery with Dr. Christopher DeRivo and everything went extremely smoothly. I have the ultimate trust in him and I was very, very pleased with the whole experience at Cooper. I would recommend him highly to anyone who needed him. Thank you.
- Reviewed on 5/17/2025
Excellent.
- Reviewed on 5/4/2025
Dr Derivaux & Ella Hawk are a great Team ! !Exceptional ! ! !I love Them Keep them around
- Reviewed on 4/17/2025
This was possibly the best experience I have ever had with a Doctor- the level of compassion and patience was exceptional! This office should train EVERY OTHER OFFICE on how people should be treated! Well done!
- Reviewed on 4/16/2025
I feel confident i will get the best care....more than 5 stars!
- Reviewed on 4/11/2025
comforting and informative
- Reviewed on 4/10/2025
He's an awesome surgeon
- Reviewed on 4/1/2025
this was my first visit very happy to meet with him
- Reviewed on 3/29/2025
Keep up the good work.
- Reviewed on 3/28/2025
Dr. Derivaux is the best! He is always professional, while still being caring and very personable. His expert knowledge and sincere concern for his patients simply cannot be equaled!
- Reviewed on 3/21/2025
I always look forward to the visit with Dr. Derivaux. He makes me feel safe and is a very caring physician, so special, giving me as much time as I need. I am truly grateful to know him.
- Reviewed on 3/12/2025
Everyone in the office treats me with the care and kindness that I don't experience in any other office . All my questions were answered with kindness and compassion.
- Reviewed on 2/19/2025
Terrific
- Reviewed on 2/19/2025
Dr. Derivaux was professional, courteous, and knowledgeable about my personal diagnosis.
- Reviewed on 2/6/2025
Like Dr.Derivaux very much. He takes his time to ask questions and explains situations very clearly.
- Reviewed on 2/6/2025
I will recommend Cooper every chance I get.