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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Always a great experience! Thankful Dr. Murphy comes to Wetumpka.
(3 days ago)
Feb-2026
Very professional and he didn’t make me feel rushed! He listened and was able to accurately diagnose and treat my issue!
(3 days ago)
Feb-2026
Great service, very detailed. Excellent knowledgeable in my procedure
(3 days ago)
Feb-2026
Dr Murphy is a wonderful Doctor. He is extremely nice and very professional. He certainly knows exactly what he is doing and I highly recommend him.
(4 days ago)
Feb-2026
Was great.
(2 weeks ago)
Feb-2026
Excellent care and services
(3 weeks ago)
Jan-2026
He took time to explain in detail about my health
(3 weeks ago)
Jan-2026
Honestly probably the best doctors visit ever. The office runs so smoothly and Dr Murphy was the nicest! Highly recommend
(3 weeks ago)
Jan-2026
He takes his time with you, answers all questions clearly. Asset to his profession.
(1 month ago)
Jan-2026
Outstanding Surgeon. Second to none.
(1 month ago)
Jan-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
Always a great experience! Thankful Dr. Murphy comes to Wetumpka.
Very professional and he didn’t make me feel rushed! He listened and was able to accurately diagnose and treat my issue!
Great service, very detailed. Excellent knowledgeable in my procedure
Dr Murphy is a wonderful Doctor. He is extremely nice and very professional. He certainly knows exactly what he is doing and I highly recommend him.
Was great.
Excellent care and services
He took time to explain in detail about my health
Honestly probably the best doctors visit ever. The office runs so smoothly and Dr Murphy was the nicest! Highly recommend
He takes his time with you, answers all questions clearly. Asset to his profession.
Outstanding Surgeon. Second to none.