Dr. John Graves specializes in minimally invasive surgery including arthroscopy of the knee and shoulder, including ACL reconstruction, meniscal surgery, rotator cuff repair, and labral repair. He has a particular interest in joint replacement of the knee, shoulder, and hip (including anterior approach total hip replacement).
Dr. John Graves specializes in minimally invasive surgery including arthroscopy of the knee and shoulder, including ACL reconstruction, meniscal surgery, rotator cuff repair, and labral repair. He has a particular interest in joint replacement of the knee, shoulder, and hip (including anterior approach total hip replacement).
Dr. John Graves is a native of Norfolk, Virginia. Having joined the Guilford Orthopaedic division in 1996, Dr. Graves brings a vast array of surgical orthopaedic knowledge to the practice.
His experiences as an academic All- American athlete, combined with his extensive orthopedic training and trauma care with both active and veteran military, has resulted in Dr. Graves being one of the most sought-after physicians in the greater triad. Dr. Graves has a general practice where he strives to provide universal orthopedic care, including all operative and non-operative treatment that patients will need throughout their lives. He, along with Jim Bethune his PA, pride themselves on unparalleled availability and patient communication.
Dr. Graves has served as a team physician to high school, college, and professional teams. He specializes in minimally invasive surgery including arthroscopy of the knee and shoulder, including ACL reconstruction, meniscal surgery, rotator cuff repair, and labral repair. He has a particular interest in joint replacement of the knee, shoulder, and hip (including anterior approach total hip replacement). He additionally performs a variety of surgeries to the elbow, hand, and foot. His primary focus is maintaining healthy living and lifetime of fitness for his patients. Dr. Graves is involved in a variety of physical activities with a passion for tennis. He resides in Greensboro with his wife and two children.
MEDICAL TRAINING & PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Undergraduate
Washington and Lee
Academic All American
Phi Beta Kappa / Phi Beta Sigma Medical Honor Society
Post Graduate
University of Virginia
Intership
Balboa Naval Hospital – San Diego, California
Residency
University of Virginia
Board Certifications
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgeons
American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons
Additional Training / Experience
Marines Medical Officer for Gulf War
Naval Hospital Camp Lejune
New Surgical Techniques for Hip Arthroscopy
Course Lecturer through the Chicago Orthopaedic Learning Center for Shoulder and Knee Complex Cases
Computer-Assisted Knee Surgeries
I didn’t see Dr. Graves but his PA Mike who was great
Horrible bedside manner! Extremely dismissive when I’m telling him about my pain. He tells me he’s never had anyone else to feel or complain about this. As if I’m supposed to care. He doesn’t act as if he cares for his patients just his rating. Appointments are just a routine thing to do. He surely doesn’t act as if he cares. I’m honestly thinking it’s a race thing! Who walks in 9 days after surgery & grab their patients arm & lift it with absolutely no compassion!! He did!! Surgery October, has never even looked at the incision until February/March! Touched my shoulder in March, I told him where was touching me hurts! He moved his hand but never asked about the pain. I wouldn’t bring my daughter’s puppy to see him!! I’m only still coming because my case is workers comp!
John Graves is a great doctor. He takes the time to explain everything and puts you at ease. He does excellent work and I have had no complaints over the 20 years that I have been a patient of his.
Dr. Graves and company staff have always been top notch!! Thank you for sharing your experience to help me!
Received great and thur medical attention
Knowledgeable, clear explanation of condition and all possible options for treatment. Above all a caring compassion for the patient!
Thank you for ur help
Shots provided relief and will follow up with physical therapy and follow back visits to discuss progress.Very 😊 happy!
Dr. Graves took enough time with me to explain possible surgery on my knee. Did not have to wait either.
Good listener. Clearly explained the treatment plan.