Dr. Earl Frantz, D.O., is a graduate of Central Michigan University and Ohio University College of Osteopathic Medicine. He completed his residency in family medicine at Naval Hospital Jacksonville, Florida.
Dr. Frantz served in the U. S. Navy for twenty years, including deployment on the USS Acadia during Desert Storm/Shield, and was the Clinical Director and Senior Medical Officer of the Naval Branch Clinic in Dahlgren, Virginia. He also served overseas as the Department Head, Family Medicine at US Naval Hospital Guam.
Dr. Earl Frantz, D.O., is a graduate of Central Michigan University and Ohio University College of Osteopathic Medicine. He completed his residency in family medicine at Naval Hospital Jacksonville, Florida.
Dr. Frantz served in the U. S. Navy for twenty years, including deployment on the USS Acadia during Desert Storm/Shield, and was the Clinical Director and Senior Medical Officer of the Naval Branch Clinic in Dahlgren, Virginia. He also served overseas as the Department Head, Family Medicine at US Naval Hospital Guam.
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Dr Frantz and his team are absolutely the best. They care about their patients and it’s one place you’ll never ever feel like just a number! Thank you all for your excellent care!
(4 days ago)
Apr-2026
Doctor Frantz is very friendly and very gentle at the time of injection.
(5 days ago)
Apr-2026
Dr Frantz is wonderful and very helpful.
I have no complaints about the doctor but the phone system you have in Wilmington is awful and the staff is not friendly
(6 days ago)
Apr-2026
I have a lot of faith, great bedside manor, I’m highly satisfied with him being my doctor
(6 days ago)
Apr-2026
Dr Earl Frantz always make me feel welcome and respected. He takes the time to ask questions and listen. His advice and treatments have been very helpful. Hiighly recommend both the facility and Dr Frantz.
(1 week ago)
Apr-2026
Dr Franz provided Superior Service to me during my visit I'm used dealing with the VA and receiving my care through the community care system which quite frankly is worthless. Dr Franz is the best provider that I've seen in years and I wish to express my most sincere appreciation for all he did for me during my visit!
(1 week ago)
Apr-2026
He's a very caring Dr and he goes out of his way to get the help you need along with his Staff all those young Ladies are Awesome ♥️
(3 weeks ago)
Mar-2026
Very professional and friendly. Thank you!!
(3 weeks ago)
Mar-2026
Love Dr. Frantz!!! He makes you feel so at ease and has helped me manage my pain so much.
(3 weeks ago)
Mar-2026
Total professional.
Great doctor.
(3 weeks ago)
Mar-2026
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Coastal Region: Morehead City - Orthopedics
3714 Guardian Avenue Suite E Morehead City, NC 28557
Coastal Region: Swansboro - Orthopedics
775-2 West Corbett Avenue Swansboro, NC 28584
Coastal Region: Jacksonville - 2145 Country Club Rd - Orthopedics
2145 Country Club Road Suite 800 Jacksonville, NC 28546
Dr. Earl Frantz, D.O., is a graduate of Central Michigan University and Ohio University College of Osteopathic Medicine. He completed his residency in family medicine at Naval Hospital Jacksonville, Florida.
Dr. Frantz served in the U. S. Navy for twenty years, including deployment on the USS Acadia during Desert Storm/Shield, and was the Clinical Director and Senior Medical Officer of the Naval Branch Clinic in Dahlgren, Virginia. He also served overseas as the Department Head, Family Medicine at US Naval Hospital Guam.
Dr. Frantz then completed a sports medicine fellowship at the University of San Diego and Camp Pendleton, California. He deployed in Operation Enduring Freedom as a concussion specialist and the head of the Concussion Center for the Marine Corps at Camp Leatherneck, Afghanistan. He completed his naval career as the department head of sports medicine at Naval Hospital Camp Lejeune.
Board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine with a Certificate of Added Qualification in Sports Medicine, Dr. Frantz has a broad range of orthopedic and primary care experience and knowledge. A family medicine physician at heart, he enjoys providing care to all age groups for any muscle skeletal issue. Dr. Frantz has also been one of the leading military physicians on developing strategies for the treatment of concussions.
Dr. Frantz enjoys country living with his wife. They have four children, all grown and flown. He has a passion for his faith, family and serving others. He enjoys camping and hiking and visiting his family in his free time. He also serves various ministries locally. Serving the coastal region, Dr. Frantz offers convenient orthopedic care in Jacksonville, Morehead City, and Swansboro.
Education Undergraduate: Central Michigan University Medical School: Ohio University College of Osteopathic Medicine Residency: Naval Hospital in Jacksonville, Florida Fellowship: University of San Diego and Camp Pendleton, California
Dr Frantz and his team are absolutely the best. They care about their patients and it’s one place you’ll never ever feel like just a number! Thank you all for your excellent care!
Doctor Frantz is very friendly and very gentle at the time of injection.
Dr Frantz is wonderful and very helpful. I have no complaints about the doctor but the phone system you have in Wilmington is awful and the staff is not friendly
I have a lot of faith, great bedside manor, I’m highly satisfied with him being my doctor
Dr Earl Frantz always make me feel welcome and respected. He takes the time to ask questions and listen. His advice and treatments have been very helpful. Hiighly recommend both the facility and Dr Frantz.
Dr Franz provided Superior Service to me during my visit I'm used dealing with the VA and receiving my care through the community care system which quite frankly is worthless. Dr Franz is the best provider that I've seen in years and I wish to express my most sincere appreciation for all he did for me during my visit!
He's a very caring Dr and he goes out of his way to get the help you need along with his Staff all those young Ladies are Awesome ♥️
Very professional and friendly. Thank you!!
Love Dr. Frantz!!! He makes you feel so at ease and has helped me manage my pain so much.
Total professional. Great doctor.