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Clifford Weeless, M.D.
Orthopaedic Specialists of North Carolina
Orthopedics: Revisions of the Shoulder, Knee, and Hip, Complex Joint Infections
Raleigh, Henderson
4.9
3054 Ratings
1176 Comments
Dr. Clifford Wheeless enjoys and performs all types of orthopedic surgery, but is renowned for his expertise in shoulder, hip, and knee replacements, shoulder, hip, and knee revisions, as well as complex joint infections.
4.9
3054 Ratings
1176 Comments
Dr. Clifford Wheeless enjoys and performs all types of orthopedic surgery, but is renowned for his expertise in shoulder, hip, and knee replacements, shoulder, hip, and knee revisions, as well as complex joint infections.
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Originally from Baltimore, Dr. Clifford Wheeless completed his undergraduate degree at Princeton University in 1988 and attended medical school at the University of North Carolina School of Medicine.
Upon graduation in 1992, he began residency training at Duke University Medical Center where, for his honors thesis, he began work on 'Wheeless' Online Textbook of Orthopaedics,' a publication widely accepted today as the "best illustrated, cross-referenced and organized" online resource for orthopedic information (quote from the "Journal of Bone and Joint Surgery"). Dr. Wheeless donated the rights to the over 11,000-page book, described as "excellent" and given five stars by the American Academy of Orthopaedics, to Duke University in 2004. He remains Chief Editor of the site which is updated daily. The most comprehensive and dynamic site of its kind, it attracts over half a million visitors a month and can be viewed at www.wheelessonline.com.
Well suited to write the most referenced text on Orthopedics, Dr. Wheeless scored within the top three percent in the nation on his medical board exams. He continues to stay informed and involved in the daily advancements made in his field as well as those concerning all areas of medicine. Most recently he has become a recognized leader and expert on the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of Methicillin-Resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA), a virulent infection of concern to all surgeons and potential surgical patients. His lecture on the topic, presented at the request of Health Management Associates (HMA- a medical corporation that owns and operates over 40 health care facilities in the Southeast) is available for viewing online at www.wheelessonline.com.
Dr. Wheeless enjoys and performs all types of orthopedic surgery but is renowned for his expertise in shoulder, hip, and knee replacements, shoulder, hip, and knee revisions, as well as complex joint infections. He founded Orthopaedic Specialists of North Carolina in 2001 and is affiliated at Granville Medical Center and Duke Raleigh Hospital.
Outside of his practice, textbook editing, publishing, and lecturing, Dr. Wheeless relishes spending time at home with his wife Carol and their two sons on their horse farm. With help, the family raises a variety of animals in addition to horses including cows, goats, pigs, chickens, and guinea hens.
Education
Princeton University
Medical School
University of North Carolina School of Medicine
Residency
Duke University Medical Center
Specialty
Shoulder, Hip and Knee Replacement, Shoulder, Hip and Knee Revisions, Complex Joint Infections
Board Certifications
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery & American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons
Hospital Affiliations
Duke Raleigh
Granville Medical Center
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I love Dr Wheeless, I've been with him almost 8 years. I suppose that’s why the wait is so long. That’s my only observation!
Always on point with my questions about my knees and providing the best care to make my legs better.
He’s probably the best doctor I have ever had. He genuinely cares about his patients.
Dr. Wheelis is always thorough and to the point. Very helpful in his diagnosis.
Wealth of knowledge and I am doing so much better physically. Your staff is amazing too. Thank you!
He takes his time w/each patient and listens to what is happening to their bodies
He knows things
Fast, clear and professional
Dr Wheeless' professional demeanor is short, but always time for my questions, sweet, but not sugar coated, to the point, but always makes sure I understand AND agree with the path to take. I truly like him as a Dr. and as a person. The front office admin team are the most helpful and Pleasant as well as the back of the house professionals running in and out of the exam rooms, keeping the Dr. on schedule. So glad I was advised to make an appointment at Orthopedic Specialists of NC.
The Best Compassionate MD in this field. He is very knowledgeable and personable when dealing with his patients.