Dr. R. Lee Murphy, Jr., M.D. received his medical degree from the University of Alabama School of Medicine and completed his residency from Greenville Hospital System. He then completed a one-year orthopaedic sports medicine fellowship from Mississippi Sports Medicine and Orthopaedic Center, Tulane Institute of Sports Medicine. Dr. Murphy is a board certified orthopaedic surgeon. His specialties include shoulder, Sports Medicine and General Orthopedics.
Dr. R. Lee Murphy, Jr., M.D. received his medical degree from the University of Alabama School of Medicine and completed his residency from Greenville Hospital System. He then completed a one-year orthopaedic sports medicine fellowship from Mississippi Sports Medicine and Orthopaedic Center, Tulane Institute of Sports Medicine. Dr. Murphy is a board certified orthopaedic surgeon. His specialties include shoulder, Sports Medicine and General Orthopedics.
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Dr. Murphy was really and explained everything to me. No surgery was necessary. I do have to ware a sling for a while. The Doctor was wonderful!
(3 days ago)
Mar-2026
Very knowledgeable and kind
(3 days ago)
Mar-2026
Very professional. Dr Murphy did a great job explaining my disease process and provided the best course of action with alternative treatment measures. The entire staff were kind and professional.
(3 days ago)
Mar-2026
Excellent knowledge base, caring and personable
(3 days ago)
Mar-2026
Great doctor
(1 week ago)
Mar-2026
Not only is he a great doctor but is a great guy.
(2 weeks ago)
Mar-2026
It is so nice when you can talk to your doctor and feels like he really cares and want the best for you!!!
(2 weeks ago)
Mar-2026
Perfect and very friendly. Top notch!!
(2 weeks ago)
Mar-2026
He is so patient and takes time to listen to my concerns. I loved that he took the time do explain to me my situation, and not just throw out the diagnosis without making sure I was in complete understanding.
(2 weeks ago)
Mar-2026
Great job
(1 month ago)
Mar-2026
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AOC - Montgomery - Taylor Road
2257 Taylor Road Suite 100 Montgomery, AL 36117
AOC - Wetumpka
277 Huntress St Suite 202 Wetumpka, AL 36092
Dr. R. Lee Murphy, Jr., M.D. received a Bachelor of Science degree in biology, graduating summa cum laude, from Furman University in Greenville, SC. He received his medical degree from the University of Alabama School of Medicine, graduating magna cum laude. He completed his orthopaedic surgery internship and residency from Greenville Hospital System, Greenville, SC. Following residency, he completed a one-year orthopaedic sports medicine fellowship from Mississippi Sports Medicine and Orthopaedic Center, Tulane Institute of Sports Medicine in Jackson MS, and New Orleans, LA. After receiving his sports medicine training he returned to Alabama to work as a partner, team physician, and surgeon at the Southern Orthopaedic Surgeons in Montgomery, AL.
Dr. Murphy is a board certified orthopaedic surgeon. He is a fellow member of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, a candidate member of the American Shoulder Elbow Society, and an active member of American Orthopaedic Society for Sports Medicine, the Arthroscopy Association of North America, and the Southern Orthopaedic Association. He also serves on the Alabama High School Athletic Association (AHSAA) Medical Advisory Board.
Dr. Murphy has a passion for sports medicine and the health of athletes. He has served as medical director and team physician of Huntingdon College, as well as team physician at Faulkner University, Alabama State, Alcorn State and Delta State University. He has also served as team physician with the Montgomery Biscuits Baseball, Macon East Academy, Lowndes Academy, and during the Mississippi-Alabama All-Star Game. Additionally, he has assisted with preparticipation high school exams and sideline coverage in South Carolina and Alabama. Dr. Murphy will work in our Montgomery clinic and devote his practice to sports injuries and the care of athletes.
Dr. Murphy’s Specialties Include: - Shoulder - Sports Medicine - General Orthopedics
Dr. Murphy was really and explained everything to me. No surgery was necessary. I do have to ware a sling for a while. The Doctor was wonderful!
Very knowledgeable and kind
Very professional. Dr Murphy did a great job explaining my disease process and provided the best course of action with alternative treatment measures. The entire staff were kind and professional.
Excellent knowledge base, caring and personable
Great doctor
Not only is he a great doctor but is a great guy.
It is so nice when you can talk to your doctor and feels like he really cares and want the best for you!!!
Perfect and very friendly. Top notch!!
He is so patient and takes time to listen to my concerns. I loved that he took the time do explain to me my situation, and not just throw out the diagnosis without making sure I was in complete understanding.
Great job