Dr. Ralph J. Maxy, M.D. completed his undergraduate degree at Columbia College of Columbia University in New York. He subsequently completed his medical training at the New York University School of Medicine where he was inducted into the Alpha Omega Honors Medical Society. He returned to Columbia University to complete an orthopedic residency, followed by spinal surgery fellowship at the prestigious Kenton D. Leatherman Spine Institute in Louisville, Kentucky.
Dr. Ralph J. Maxy, M.D. completed his undergraduate degree at Columbia College of Columbia University in New York. He subsequently completed his medical training at the New York University School of Medicine where he was inducted into the Alpha Omega Honors Medical Society. He returned to Columbia University to complete an orthopedic residency, followed by spinal surgery fellowship at the prestigious Kenton D. Leatherman Spine Institute in Louisville, Kentucky.
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Thoroughly respect and appreciate Dr. Macy.
(1 week ago)
Jan-2026
He answered my questions and gave me a solid treatment plan.
(2 weeks ago)
Jan-2026
Excellent
(3 weeks ago)
Jan-2026
He is such a very understanding Dr. Very caring. He explains in detail what he is going to do. He is a great surgeon
(1 month ago)
Dec-2025
Very professional….as always. No question are unanswered. Everything is in layman terms.
(1 month ago)
Dec-2025
Dr. Many is very professional and caring. He really surprised me, about manners. If, I lived in Hickory. He would be my orthopedic surgeon.
(1 month ago)
Dec-2025
Very nice and friendly
(2 months ago)
Nov-2025
Very nice and answered all my questions in terms I understood
(2 months ago)
Nov-2025
A fine Christian man and a talented surgeon his staff are always courteous and professional I'm also a return patient from a previous surgery !
(3 months ago)
Oct-2025
Couldn’t have had a better visit.
All of my concerns were addressed in a professional and caring manner.
(3 months ago)
Oct-2025
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Foothills Region: Hickory - Orthopedics
2165 Medical Park Drive Hickory, NC 28602
Dr. Ralph J. Maxy, M.D. completed his undergraduate degree at Columbia College of Columbia University in New York. He subsequently completed his medical training at the New York University School of Medicine where he was inducted into the Alpha Omega Honors Medical Society. He returned to Columbia University to complete an orthopedic residency, followed by spinal surgery fellowship at the prestigious Kenton D. Leatherman Spine Institute in Louisville, Kentucky. Dr. Maxy has authored a number of scientific papers and has made presentations at national orthopedic and North American Spine Society meetings.
He is a board certified orthopedic surgeon who specializes in treating adult and pediatric spinal disorders. His interests include the use of a variety of techniques including minimally invasive lumbar laminectomy and fusion procedures.
His practice encompasses the treatment of a wide variety of spinal conditions including scoliosis, lumbar degenerative disorders, disc herniations, and spinal neoplasm.
Dr. Maxy joined EmergeOrtho in August of 2000 and serves the Burke and Catawba communities. He resides in Hickory with his wife, Rachele, and two very energetic sons.
Education Undergraduate: Columbia University Medical School: New York University Residency: Columbia University Fellowship: Kenton D. Leatherman Spine Institute in Louisville, Kentucky
Thoroughly respect and appreciate Dr. Macy.
He answered my questions and gave me a solid treatment plan.
Excellent
He is such a very understanding Dr. Very caring. He explains in detail what he is going to do. He is a great surgeon
Very professional….as always. No question are unanswered. Everything is in layman terms.
Dr. Many is very professional and caring. He really surprised me, about manners. If, I lived in Hickory. He would be my orthopedic surgeon.
Very nice and friendly
Very nice and answered all my questions in terms I understood
A fine Christian man and a talented surgeon his staff are always courteous and professional I'm also a return patient from a previous surgery !
Couldn’t have had a better visit. All of my concerns were addressed in a professional and caring manner.