Dr. Eric Vess came to the Hampton Roads area after completing a spine surgery fellowship at the University of Alabama Birmingham. Dr. Vess earned his medical degree from the University of Virginia School of Medicine in 2017. He then completed his orthopedic surgery residency at the University of Rochester Department of Orthopedics, where he received several awards, including the Soles-Tisdale-Lepel hip arthroplasty Resident Award.
Dr. Eric Vess came to the Hampton Roads area after completing a spine surgery fellowship at the University of Alabama Birmingham. Dr. Vess earned his medical degree from the University of Virginia School of Medicine in 2017. He then completed his orthopedic surgery residency at the University of Rochester Department of Orthopedics, where he received several awards, including the Soles-Tisdale-Lepel hip arthroplasty Resident Award.
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Very pleased with my first visit with Dr. Vess. Very personal and confident and recommended positive actions to help reduce my strained muscle pain. X-rays proved nothing more serious was taking place. All and all a very good outcome.
(3 days ago)
Nov-2025
Didn't feel welcomed. Didn't do anything but xray.
(1 week ago)
Oct-2025
Dr. Vess took the time to explain my condition and outlined treatment options for me, I feel very comfortable with the treatment options he has provided me with
(1 week ago)
Oct-2025
Dr Vess was friendly and great listener. It’s nice to have doctor with a personality .
(2 weeks ago)
Oct-2025
Very excellent Physician
(2 weeks ago)
Oct-2025
Caring, Compassinate, Listens, Easy to talk too.
(2 weeks ago)
Oct-2025
Took the time to thoroughly explain my diagnosis and treatment options
(2 weeks ago)
Oct-2025
Excellent service and very professional and the support staff is just as good!
(3 weeks ago)
Oct-2025
Awesome doctor
(1 month ago)
Oct-2025
Awesome Doctor!!
(1 month ago)
Oct-2025
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Hampton Office
901 Enterprise Parkway Suite 900 Hampton, VA 23666
Suffolk Office
7007 Harbour View Blvd Suite 108, Suffolk, VA 23435 Suite 305 Suffolk, VA 23435
Williamsburg Office
4037 Ironbound Road Williamsburg, VA 23188
Dr. Eric Vess is joining Tidewater Orthopaedics as a back, neck, and spine surgeon in September 2023. He comes to the Hampton Roads area after completing a spine surgery fellowship at the University of Alabama Birmingham.
Dr. Vess earned his medical degree from the University of Virginia School of Medicine in 2017. He then completed his orthopedic surgery residency at the University of Rochester Department of Orthopedics, where he received several awards, including the Soles-Tisdale-Lepel hip arthroplasty Resident Award.
His research has focused on hindfoot biomechanics and minimally invasive approaches to metastatic spine disease. Dr. Vess has authored several peer-reviewed journal articles and book chapters on these topics.
In addition to his clinical and research experience, Dr. Vess has received many academic honors. He graduated magna cum laude from James Madison University with a degree in chemistry. He received travel awards to present his research during medical school and was honored at graduation.
Dr. Vess brings a wealth of knowledge and passion for spine surgery to Tidewater Orthopaedics. His specialized fellowship training in complex spine procedures and his dedication to research will allow him to provide excellent care for patients with back, neck, and spinal disorders.
Excited to return to Virginia, Dr. Vess and his wife are eager to explore their new home area with their dog.
Very pleased with my first visit with Dr. Vess. Very personal and confident and recommended positive actions to help reduce my strained muscle pain. X-rays proved nothing more serious was taking place. All and all a very good outcome.
Didn't feel welcomed. Didn't do anything but xray.
Dr. Vess took the time to explain my condition and outlined treatment options for me, I feel very comfortable with the treatment options he has provided me with
Dr Vess was friendly and great listener. It’s nice to have doctor with a personality .
Very excellent Physician
Caring, Compassinate, Listens, Easy to talk too.
Took the time to thoroughly explain my diagnosis and treatment options
Excellent service and very professional and the support staff is just as good!
Awesome doctor
Awesome Doctor!!