What patients are saying
Overall rating
4.66
Average wait time
4.87
Bedside manner
4.70
“Very good listener and made me feel comfortable and made me feel like my concerns mattered and were addressed.”
Initials hiddenMarch 20, 2026Video visit
“He was clear and helpful. Gave me the correct options and steered me in the correct direction for the questions I had. ”
Christopher D.October 30, 2025Video visit
About Christopher Banks
*Please note: Circle Medical is unable to see patients who are on a Medicaid or MediCal insurance plan, as it could result in you losing your insurance coverage. If after booking with us it is found that you have a plan that is part of Medicaid or MediCal, your appointment will be cancelled.*
Christopher Banks is proud to be a member of Circle Medical, a digital-first, patient-focused experience that makes quality care more accessible than ever.
Experienced Family/Emergency Nurse Practitioner since 2013 and as a Registered Nurse since 1998. Graduated from the Nurse Practitioner program at the University of Texas Health Science Center in Houston in 2012. Also completed a post graduate program for Emergency Medicine at the University of Texas Health Science Center in Houston in 2013. Practiced in Emergency Medicine and Primary Care since 2013. Experienced at managing both chronic and acute conditions. He is passionate about educating individuals on methods to improve health and wellness. In his personal life, he is passionate about traveling with his family and seeing this beautiful country.
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Education and background
Practice names
Education and training
- University of Texas, Houston, Master's in Family Nursing
- University of Texas, Houston (Emergency Medicine)
Languages spoken
- English
Provider's gender
Male
NPI number
1558601211
Patient reviews
All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
Overall rating
4.66
Wait time
4.87
Bedside manner
4.70
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185 reviews
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Very good listener and made me feel comfortable and made me feel like my concerns mattered and were addressed.
March 20, 2026Initials hiddenVideo visit
He was clear and helpful. Gave me the correct options and steered me in the correct direction for the questions I had.
October 30, 2025Christopher D.Verified patientVideo visit
Communicated everything well, was kind and made the process easy simple and straightforward
November 26, 2025Austin L.Verified patientVideo visit
Very prompt and straight to the point! Much more convenient than having to go in office.
November 14, 2025Tahitia C.Verified patientVideo visit
Convenient having a video appt.l due to my transient lifestyle.
He was efficient yet very thorough as a practitioner.
October 19, 2022Initials hiddenVideo visit
The appointment started promptly, we had great discussions, and ended with good next steps.
More than 1 year agoInitials hiddenVideo visit
Excellent, responsive care that adddress all of my concerns and medical needs. Highly recommend to anyone
More than 1 year agoInitials hiddenSource: Partner
DO NOT BOOK IF TOU TAKE MULTIPLE MEDICATIONS ALREADY THIS WAS A HUGE WASTE OF TIME AND MMONEY
March 23, 2023Kristian J.Verified patientVideo visit
Dr. Bains was vey polite and very informative.
I got my prescriptions right away. Thank you.
More than 1 year agoInitials hiddenSource: Partner
Great visit. Very happy with the customer service and professionalism.
March 23, 2024Duane G.Verified patientVideo visit
Convenient and thorough. I’ve already scheduled a follow up appointment.
July 10, 2023Sharon W.Verified patientVideo visit
Great provider — super kind and honest which I greatly appreciated.
May 28, 2022Brandy B.Verified patientVideo visit
the ease of access and low cost of talking to medical professionals
More than 1 year agoInitials hiddenSource: Partner
Efficient device
Pleasant NP
Received diagnosis when promised
More than 1 year agoInitials hiddenSource: Partner
Great service with fast turn around time.
Thank you.
More than 1 year agoInitials hiddenSource: Partner
I felt heard.
September 9, 2025Initials hiddenVideo visit
He was super clear and very helpful!
February 28, 2025Alexander P.Verified patientVideo visit
Just not a good fit—online provider, awkward
More than 1 year agoInitials hiddenVideo visit
Was on the chat line 10 minutes before the appointment. The Dr never made the appointment but I bet I got charged. This was much needed appointment and I’m sorry I didn’t get to speak with him. I’m in distress as the rest of my family. It’s very hard to get through this time. If it’s possible I would like to book another appointment and try again ASAP
June 5, 2024John G.Verified patientVideo visit
Direct and to the point. He answered everything that I needed to know. He was very personal but professional. Felt like I had an existing relationship with him, although it was my first time meeting him. Would definitely recommend
May 26, 2024Eddie P.Verified patientVideo visit
If you’re looking for a great FNP, look no further. My appointment was on time, he took a thorough history and addressed my concerns.
January 28, 2024Elizabeth P.Verified patientVideo visit
This Doctor makes you download an app... ok, fine. But the app was buggy. They said on Zocdoc that my insurance was accepted, but would trigger an error every time I used it. The "help desk" lady told me it was insurances issue and to contact them, even though their system would auto-trigger the error. So, I talked to insurance and insurance told me that I had to talk to the help desk again and to call the insurance.... around and around like that for a couple hours. Finally, I could see the doctor. He was oddly judgmental. Calling my occasional kratom use for back-pain "chronic opiate" usage and that they refuse to treat opiate patients. I have medications that need to be refilled to function at my job and around the house, this doctor refused to refill anything and informed me it would be a couple months until I was able to get a refill... for my anxiety medication... that I can't just stop taking..... Circle medical group now hounds me with 3 messages a day via email & app. No rec.
September 28, 2023Brian H.Verified patientVideo visit
Very nice provider with great communication skills but appt was not successful because he could not treat me without me seeing another physician first.
More than 1 year agoInitials hiddenVideo visit
Heard all my concerns. Thank you for listening
May 5, 2023Naomi G.Verified patientVideo visit
Great overall!
February 8, 2023Trevor L.Verified patientVideo visit
Great PA very helpful and knowledgeable
January 19, 2023Jack S.Verified patientVideo visit
Great experience and very thorough
May 18, 2022James L.Verified patientVideo visit
Very convenient
More than 1 year agoInitials hiddenVideo visit
Very attentive and helpful!
April 27, 2022Riley M.Verified patientVideo visit
He was very nice and wanted to help.
April 6, 2022Initials hiddenVideo visit
Good, professional care provider.
January 21, 2022Kaream D.Verified patientVideo visit
Easy
January 4, 2022Tanya S.Verified patientVideo visit
We spent most of the time on my background. When I would elaborate he would cut me off. I have extremely high anxiety when it comes to doctors because i don't want to miss anything related to my situation,, but he didn't want to hear it. Overall, he was like any other average dr. I tried early on telling him whhim works and doesn't. Then it came to talking about medicine and it was like he didn't hear what I was explaining early on. I told him a medicine I wanted to be on for my ocd, and insomnia but he suggested other ones, which if he wasn't interrupting me he would have heard.
January 3, 2022Brandon J.Verified patientVideo visit
Good service and great technology
More than 1 year agoInitials hiddenSource: Partner
Very easy to schedule and very succinct. Nice doctor and very clear plan and next steps. SO much easier than finding an in person doctor and prescription was sent immediately.
More than 1 year agoInitials hiddenSource: Partner
Great provider!
More than 1 year agoInitials hiddenSource: Partner
Convenient. Quick. Personable team
More than 1 year agoInitials hiddenSource: Partner
Good stuff
More than 1 year agoInitials hiddenSource: Partner
Online video consulting
More than 1 year agoInitials hiddenSource: Partner
Nice stuff
More than 1 year agoInitials hiddenSource: Partner
Easy and simple to use
More than 1 year agoInitials hiddenSource: Partner
Easy appointments and nice practitioners
More than 1 year agoInitials hiddenSource: Partner
Convenience
More than 1 year agoInitials hiddenSource: Partner
Convenient and safe
More than 1 year agoInitials hiddenSource: Partner
Amazing doctors and easy to use app
More than 1 year agoInitials hiddenSource: Partner
One main reason is my medical insurance covers this. Well organized Doctors that dealt with, and close to me if I did have to do visits
More than 1 year agoInitials hiddenSource: Partner
Friendly, helpful, and convenient
More than 1 year agoInitials hiddenSource: Partner
Very fast and convenient.
More than 1 year agoInitials hiddenSource: Partner
March 30, 2026Danielle T.Verified patientVideo visit
Less than 3 months agoInitials hiddenVideo visit
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What practice does Christopher Banks work with?
Christopher Banks works with Circle Medical.
What are common reasons for patients to see Christopher Banks?
Christopher Banks frequently sees patients for Annual Physical, Hand Problems, Illness, Sleep Problems, and Weight Loss Consultation. You can see other visit reasons for Christopher Banks on their profile.
What languages does Christopher Banks speak?
Christopher Banks speaks English.
How do patients rate Christopher Banks in reviews?
185 patients have reviewed Christopher Banks. The overall rating for this doctor is 4.66/5. They have a 4.7/5 rating for bedside manner and a 4.87/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.