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.
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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This was my first visit with Dr. Spears I was truly impressed. I was very afraid of the pain that the needle cause he assured me that it wouldn’t be as much pain as I thought he made me feel comfortable and safe.
(1 week ago)
May-2026
Initial meeting went very well, Dr. Spears provided me with simple instructions/procedures for my condition of the elbow. Did not push medication for a somewhat simple fix. For that I am grateful. Thank you, Dr. Spears.
(1 week ago)
May-2026
Total jackass that needs some TLC
(2 weeks ago)
May-2026
Dr Spears made me feel comfortable he was very knowledgeable and he listened and offered solutions to my concerns. A great Dr.
(3 weeks ago)
Apr-2026
He was great ! Very kind and caring.
(1 month ago)
Apr-2026
Listens to your concerns and answers questions in plain, understandable language. Definitely recommend!
(1 month ago)
Apr-2026
Great in every aspect.
(1 month ago)
Apr-2026
It feels like my triage was decided by the time before being seen. I thought I was supposed to see Dr Spears. Instead I got more shots of cortisone, then told to come back in 6 weeks from the PA. 1 week with reduced pain. 5 weeks in pain. On my way out Spears walked by, glanced at me, and turned his head and looked at the wall no acknowledgement. Thinking back to previous meetings I feel I should start looking for new Ortho. Mine is too busy to give me 63 seconds if he decides to visit at all.
(1 month ago)
Apr-2026
Very professional,very thorough, couldn't have been better
3200 Northline Ave 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
This was my first visit with Dr. Spears I was truly impressed. I was very afraid of the pain that the needle cause he assured me that it wouldn’t be as much pain as I thought he made me feel comfortable and safe.
Initial meeting went very well, Dr. Spears provided me with simple instructions/procedures for my condition of the elbow. Did not push medication for a somewhat simple fix. For that I am grateful. Thank you, Dr. Spears.
Total jackass that needs some TLC
Dr Spears made me feel comfortable he was very knowledgeable and he listened and offered solutions to my concerns. A great Dr.
He was great ! Very kind and caring.
Listens to your concerns and answers questions in plain, understandable language. Definitely recommend!
Great in every aspect.
It feels like my triage was decided by the time before being seen. I thought I was supposed to see Dr Spears. Instead I got more shots of cortisone, then told to come back in 6 weeks from the PA. 1 week with reduced pain. 5 weeks in pain. On my way out Spears walked by, glanced at me, and turned his head and looked at the wall no acknowledgement. Thinking back to previous meetings I feel I should start looking for new Ortho. Mine is too busy to give me 63 seconds if he decides to visit at all.
Very professional,very thorough, couldn't have been better
Dr.Spears was very informative