Dr. Robert Hurford is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon specializing in spine surgery. In addition to his medical degree, Dr. Hurford also received a doctoral degree in Genetics from Harvard University, stemming from his love of research.
Dr. Robert Hurford is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon specializing in spine surgery. In addition to his medical degree, Dr. Hurford also received a doctoral degree in Genetics from Harvard University, stemming from his love of research.
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Very though.
(3 days ago)
Feb-2026
Informative and knowledgeable. Hrlped me understand what to expect and some of time frame of healing. I left feeling confident in the care I am receiving from the doctor.
(3 days ago)
Feb-2026
he wasnt very helpful with suggestions, also did not offer any alternative treatment
(5 days ago)
Feb-2026
Informative, patient and I appreciate the time he took to explain the procedure
(2 weeks ago)
Feb-2026
Dr Hurford listen to my concerns and asked questions and answered my questions. He is very professional, stern, and courteous.
(2 weeks ago)
Feb-2026
Great doctor
(2 weeks ago)
Feb-2026
Dr. Hurford explained my whole procedure for my back Surgery. He's very kind and professional. I feel like absolutely
(3 weeks ago)
Jan-2026
Excellent and knowledgeable doctor
(3 weeks ago)
Jan-2026
Very thoughtful, thorough. Answered questions , e came up with a conservative surgical plan . I would recommend this office , this Surgeon .
(3 weeks ago)
Jan-2026
Dr. Hurford was very attentive to the concerns I had voiced and ordered an MRI as further follow up to try to figure out what is causing the issue.
(1 month ago)
Jan-2026
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Southside
10475 Centurion Parkway N. Suite 220 Jacksonville, FL 32256
Fleming Island
4565 US-17 Ste 200 Fleming Island, FL 32003
Dr. Robert Hurford, Jr. is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon specializing in spine surgery. Dr. Hurford received his medical degree from Harvard University in Boston, MA., where he also completed the Harvard Combined Orthopedic Surgery Residency Program. He then went on to complete a spine surgery fellowship at Washington University in St. Louis, Mo.
In addition to his medical degree, Dr. Hurford also received a doctoral degree in Genetics from Harvard University, stemming from his love of research.
In his free time, Dr. Hurford enjoys spending time with his family at theme parks, as well as golfing, downhill skiing and scuba diving.
Specialties Minimally-Invasive Spine Surgery Cervical Disc Replacements
Education Doctor of Medicine and doctoral degree Harvard Medical School 1990 – 1998 (Boston, Massachusetts)
Bachelor of Arts Biomedical Engineering Harvard College 1986 – 1990 (Cambridge, Massachusetts)
Training Fellowship, Spine Surgery, Washington University 2003-2004 (St. Louis, Missouri) Residency, Harvard Combined Orthopedic Surgery Residency Program 1999 – 2003 (Boston, Massachusetts) Internship, Surgery, Massachusetts General Hospital 1998 – 1999 (Boston, Massachusetts)
Certifications Medical Doctors License, State of Florida Medical Doctors License, State of Missouri Medical Doctors License, State of Illinois American Board of Orthopedic Surgery
The Hurford Team Paul Hofrichter, ARNP Thomas Downey, PA‑C
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Very though.
Informative and knowledgeable. Hrlped me understand what to expect and some of time frame of healing. I left feeling confident in the care I am receiving from the doctor.
he wasnt very helpful with suggestions, also did not offer any alternative treatment
Informative, patient and I appreciate the time he took to explain the procedure
Dr Hurford listen to my concerns and asked questions and answered my questions. He is very professional, stern, and courteous.
Great doctor
Dr. Hurford explained my whole procedure for my back Surgery. He's very kind and professional. I feel like absolutely
Excellent and knowledgeable doctor
Very thoughtful, thorough. Answered questions , e came up with a conservative surgical plan . I would recommend this office , this Surgeon .
Dr. Hurford was very attentive to the concerns I had voiced and ordered an MRI as further follow up to try to figure out what is causing the issue.