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Robert Hurford, M.D.
Southeast Orthopedic Specialists
Orthopedics: Orthopedic Surgery, Minimally-Invasive Spine Surgery, Cervical Disc Replacements
Jacksonville, Fleming Island
4.6
1229 Ratings
447 Comments
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.
4.6
1229 Ratings
447 Comments
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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Southside
10475 Centurion Parkway N.
Suite 220
Jacksonville, FL 32256
Suite 220
Jacksonville, FL 32256
Fleming Island
4565 US-17
Ste 200
Fleming Island, FL 32003
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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Dr. Hurford was very attentive to my care.
Always a pleasure to see. Dr Hurford is precise in all our conversations. Telling me what to expect. Thankfully
He is always a five. RF
Very good maners
Listened. Explained recommended procedure really well. Patiently answered all questions. Did not have to wait long to see him
Dr. Hurford is the best Orthopedic back specialist in all of Jacksonville. He listens, he is patient and very knowledgeable of his profession. I will always recommend him and his service.
Answered all my concerns and those of my daughter's who had a list. My surgery is next week and I know I am in good hands.
Great surgeon
Very kind and took time with me
First time meeting the Dr and they say your first impression is the best. Dr Hurford was very patient with my husband discussed all kind of options and agreed with our decision. I happy I was recommended to see him. Thank you and looking forward to a lot more visits with you God bless