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Professional and thoughtful!
(5 days ago)
Oct-2026
Dr Higgins is an excellent surgeon and doctor. I described my pain and he was able to immediately locate the problem. He is honest and does not over promise. I would use him again
(1 week ago)
Sep-2026
I’ve been with Dr Higgins for 15 years and two knee replacements. He has always been the ultimate professional and skilled surgeon. Very personal and thorough in explaining my condition, plan and recovery process. That’s my guy and I’ve made many referrals to him.
(1 week ago)
Sep-2026
Excellent first consultation regarding possible knee surgery. Doctor Higgins was attentive to my questions and offered/described
choices to remedy the pain.
(1 week ago)
Sep-2026
I was dissatisfied with the care and evaluation I received during this visit. Throughout the entire appointment, the physician remained standing near the exam room door and did not conduct a physical examination of my affected area.
Additionally, the physician did not review or explain the findings of my X-ray with me. I was not provided with a clear explanation of what the imaging showed, what it ruled out, or whether there were any findings that could account for the pain I was experiencing.
The discussion was largely driven by questions that I initiated. Rather than receiving a thorough evaluation and explanation, I was left with the impression that my concerns were not being fully investigated. The only explanation offered for my pain was “bursitis,” without a clear discussion of how that diagnosis was reached or whether other potential causes had
been considered.
I left the appointment without a clear understanding of what was causing my pain, what the X-ray showed, or what
(2 weeks ago)
Sep-2026
Professional, straight shooter, explained questions and concerns completely.
(2 weeks ago)
Sep-2026
Direct and concise. Decisive. I appreciated that.
(1 month ago)
Sep-2026
He answered all my questions and made me not afraid
(1 month ago)
Sep-2026
Very professional and attentive to details of my medical condition.
(1 month ago)
Aug-2026
He did ok. Should have given me the Gel shot instead of waiting a wk to administer the medicine.
(1 month ago)
Aug-2026
Hampton Office
901 Enterprise Parkway Suite 900 Hampton, VA 23666
Suffolk Office
7007 Harbour View Blvd Suite 305 Suffolk, VA 23435
Williamsburg Office
4037 Ironbound Road Williamsburg, VA 23188
Dr. Michael E. Higgins, M.D., born and raised in Buffalo, New York, joined Tidewater Orthopaedics in Hampton, VA in 2006 and is a board-certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery and fellowship-trained by the American Acaedemy of Orthopaedic Surgeons in hip and knee replacement specialist. He believes practicing orthopaedic surgery and serving his patients is a privilege, a philosophy he learned from his mentors throughout his orthopaedic training.
Dr. Higgins began his training at The State University of New York at Geneseo, where he earned his undergraduate degree before continuing on to medical school at the State University of New York Upstate Medical University in Syracuse. After receiving his medical degree, Dr. Higgins completed his orthopaedic surgery residency at Buffalo University, The State University of New York, and an additional year of specialty training focused on complex hip and knee replacement at the Roanoke Orthopaedic Center in Roanoke, Virginia. The most rewarding aspects of his practice are fixing or reconstructing orthopaedic problems, whether simple or very complex, and restoring mobility in his patients so they can continue to live active and fulfilling lifestyles.
Joint replacement and revision surgeon, Michael E. Higgins, M.D., sees patients in Hampton, Suffolk & Williamsburg, VA.
Dr. Higgins currently lives in North Suffolk, VA with his wife and two sons. Outside of work, he loves spending time with his family, collecting and restoring classic muscle cars, following professional and fantasy football, water and snow skiing, saltwater fishing, playing golf, and perfecting the art of barbecuing.
Professional and thoughtful!
Dr Higgins is an excellent surgeon and doctor. I described my pain and he was able to immediately locate the problem. He is honest and does not over promise. I would use him again
I’ve been with Dr Higgins for 15 years and two knee replacements. He has always been the ultimate professional and skilled surgeon. Very personal and thorough in explaining my condition, plan and recovery process. That’s my guy and I’ve made many referrals to him.
Excellent first consultation regarding possible knee surgery. Doctor Higgins was attentive to my questions and offered/described choices to remedy the pain.
I was dissatisfied with the care and evaluation I received during this visit. Throughout the entire appointment, the physician remained standing near the exam room door and did not conduct a physical examination of my affected area. Additionally, the physician did not review or explain the findings of my X-ray with me. I was not provided with a clear explanation of what the imaging showed, what it ruled out, or whether there were any findings that could account for the pain I was experiencing. The discussion was largely driven by questions that I initiated. Rather than receiving a thorough evaluation and explanation, I was left with the impression that my concerns were not being fully investigated. The only explanation offered for my pain was “bursitis,” without a clear discussion of how that diagnosis was reached or whether other potential causes had been considered. I left the appointment without a clear understanding of what was causing my pain, what the X-ray showed, or what
Professional, straight shooter, explained questions and concerns completely.
Direct and concise. Decisive. I appreciated that.
He answered all my questions and made me not afraid
Very professional and attentive to details of my medical condition.
He did ok. Should have given me the Gel shot instead of waiting a wk to administer the medicine.