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.
The reviews listed below were collected independently of Southeast Orthopedic Specialists through rater8. Each review represents an authentic and verified patient experience.
AWESOME AND PROFESSIONAL DOCTOR, HE SCHEDULED ME AN MRI FOR MY LOWER BACK
(5 days ago)
Sep-2026
Waited almost an hour in a room inside and only gave me 10 minutes of his time. Not satisfied and not interested in seeing this provider again.
(5 days ago)
Sep-2026
Great staff! All so polite. Super clean
Brandon fast and kind
(5 days ago)
Sep-2026
Dr. Hurford explained the diagnosis and the treatment options in detail.
(6 days ago)
Sep-2026
Great Dr
(1 week ago)
Sep-2026
Very informative
(1 week ago)
Aug-2026
Dr.Hurford is Very patient, listens and gives excellent medical advice!
(2 weeks ago)
Aug-2026
Extremely thorough, attentive, and informative. Answered all of our questions in detail. Excellent doctor!
(3 weeks ago)
Aug-2026
It was our first meeting. He was knowledgeable, calm and thorough.
(1 month ago)
Aug-2026
Dr. Hurford is amazing. He reads up on the patient before he comes in the room and know exactly what you're there for. He always make me feel like I'm important as a patient.
(1 month ago)
Jul-2026
Read More
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
See other doctors in Southeast Orthopedic Specialists
AWESOME AND PROFESSIONAL DOCTOR, HE SCHEDULED ME AN MRI FOR MY LOWER BACK
Waited almost an hour in a room inside and only gave me 10 minutes of his time. Not satisfied and not interested in seeing this provider again.
Great staff! All so polite. Super clean Brandon fast and kind
Dr. Hurford explained the diagnosis and the treatment options in detail.
Great Dr
Very informative
Dr.Hurford is Very patient, listens and gives excellent medical advice!
Extremely thorough, attentive, and informative. Answered all of our questions in detail. Excellent doctor!
It was our first meeting. He was knowledgeable, calm and thorough.
Dr. Hurford is amazing. He reads up on the patient before he comes in the room and know exactly what you're there for. He always make me feel like I'm important as a patient.