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J. Reid Spears, MD
EmergeOrtho
Orthopedics, Hand, Wrist, and Elbow, Orthopedic Surgery
Greensboro, NC
4.9
255 Ratings
102 Comments
Dr. J. Reid Spears, M.D. is a fellowship trained orthopedic hand surgery subspecialist at EmergeOrtho’s Greensboro location. He has a particular interest in treatment of fractures, arthritis, as well as nerve injuries & conditions of the hand, wrist, & elbow. Dr. Spears has expertise in treating patients of all ages. Dr. Spears attended Elon University and earned a Bachelor of Science degree. He obtained his Doctor of Medicine degree from the University of Louisville and graduated with the honor of Distinction In Research. Following medical school, Dr. Spears completed his orthopedic surgery residency training at the University of Florida. He has published numerous articles and book chapters in various disciplines of medicine.
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4.9
255 Ratings
102 Comments
Dr. J. Reid Spears, M.D. is a fellowship trained orthopedic hand surgery subspecialist at EmergeOrtho’s Greensboro location. He has a particular interest in treatment of fractures, arthritis, as well as nerve injuries & conditions of the hand, wrist, & elbow. Dr. Spears has expertise in treating patients of all ages. Dr. Spears attended Elon University and earned a Bachelor of Science degree. He obtained his Doctor of Medicine degree from the University of Louisville and graduated with the honor of Distinction In Research. Following medical school, Dr. Spears completed his orthopedic surgery residency training at the University of Florida. He has published numerous articles and book chapters in various disciplines of medicine.
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Triad Region: Greensboro - Orthopedics
3200 Northline Ave
Suite 200, Floor 2
Greensboro, NC 27408
Suite 200, Floor 2
Greensboro, NC 27408
Dr. J. Reid Spears, M.D. is a fellowship trained orthopedic hand surgery subspecialist at EmergeOrtho’s Greensboro location. He has a particular interest in treatment of fractures, arthritis, as well as nerve injuries & conditions of the hand, wrist, & elbow. Dr. Spears has expertise in treating patients of all ages.
Dr. Spears attended Elon University and earned a Bachelor of Science degree. He obtained his Doctor of Medicine degree from the University of Louisville and graduated with the honor of Distinction In Research. Following medical school, Dr. Spears completed his orthopedic surgery residency training at the University of Florida. He has published numerous articles and book chapters in various disciplines of medicine.
Following his residency training, Dr. Spears opted to focus his career as a subspecialist of orthopedic hand and upper extremity surgery. He completed an orthopedic hand, upper extremity, and microvascular surgery fellowship at the prestigious Brown University. During his rigorous fellowship training, he became an expert in the academic and clinical understanding of hand, wrist, and elbow conditions. When treating patients, Dr. Spears believes in beginning with conservative care, however, he is exceptionally trained to intervene with surgery when needed.
Dr. Spears is very thoughtful and thorough in his approach to patient care. He believes that hand surgery requires an in depth understanding of the complex anatomy and the utmost attention to detail to obtain an excellent result. Dr. Spears expects his patients will find comfort in his dedication to offer patients specialized care.
He is motivated to come to work by the opportunity to help improve someone’s life each day. Dr. Spears is confident his patients will value their experience at EmergeOrtho, finding him as a kind and compassionate surgeon who spends the time to address their concerns while providing care in a timely manner.
Education and Training
Fellowship Training: Hand, Upper Extremity, and Microvascular Surgery Fellowship – Brown University, Providence, RI
Residency Training: Orthopaedic Surgery Residency – University of Florida, Gainesville, FL
Medical Education: Doctor of Medicine – University of Louisville School of Medicine, Louisville, KY
Undergraduate Education: Bachelor of Science, Biology – Elon University, Elon, NC
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Dr. Spears is always professional, personable, competent, efficient and knowledgeable
Very personable - relates well to patients. Always provides thorough explanations for treatments and options.
Dr Spears is exactly what one wants in a physician. He explains treatment options so you can understand and make an informed decision. He is friendly, knowledgeable, caring, patient, compassionate.
Very kind and thoughtful. When I was honest with him he listened to me. He took time that he probably didn't have during one appointment. I am confident in his care and knowledge.
Appreciate very much the approach for my issues (no push to have a surgery!) and his ability and willingness to listen to where I thought my issue originated! Highly recommend him!
Dr. Spears is amazing! Great communication & very friendly!!!
I liked him a lot
Professional and caring; took the time to explain everything clearly, giving understandable answers to any questions or concerns. Would absolutely recommend.
It was a comforter experience for me it's for the pain that I was in he made it easy doing the injections
Very personable and gave me very helpful information about my injury!