A proud Virginia native, Dr. Wilford Gibson, M.D. graduated Cum Laude with a Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Richmond. His passion for sports and sports medicine began in Richmond, as he competed on a national and international level in the 110 and 400 meter hurdles and various sprint relays for the University. After graduation he was awarded an Armed Forces scholarship to attend the Medical College of Virginia School of Medicine.
A proud Virginia native, Dr. Wilford Gibson, M.D. graduated Cum Laude with a Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Richmond. His passion for sports and sports medicine began in Richmond, as he competed on a national and international level in the 110 and 400 meter hurdles and various sprint relays for the University. After graduation he was awarded an Armed Forces scholarship to attend the Medical College of Virginia School of Medicine.
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Appreciated his attention to my hip issue- listened to me and clearly let me know where I stand, what we'll do short term and what I can expect long term
(1 week ago)
Jan-2026
He listens and explains things is in sufficient detail. Very knowledgeable and thorough. I was very happy with my appointment.
(1 week ago)
Dec-2025
Can work with him for great results.
(1 month ago)
Dec-2025
Was very thorough and informative
(1 month ago)
Dec-2025
Good morning. It was my first visit & I was very pleased with Dr Gibson. I’m so comfortable with him that I decided to have surgery that I have put off for many years. (Knee Replacement)
(1 month ago)
Nov-2025
Very kind explain everything
(1 month ago)
Nov-2025
He cares about the patients healing ❤️🩹
(1 month ago)
Nov-2025
Dr. Gibson has been my surgeon for the past
(2 months ago)
Nov-2025
Dr Gibson is the best. He spends the time to explain everything and provides a real sense of caring. He encourages you to ask questions and answers all of them.
(2 months ago)
Nov-2025
Wonderful man
(2 months ago)
Nov-2025
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Kempsville - Norfolk
6160 Kempsville Cir #200b (PM&R Suite in #110a) Norfolk, VA 23502
A proud Virginia native, Dr. Wilford Gibson, M.D. graduated Cum Laude with a Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Richmond. His passion for sports and sports medicine began in Richmond, as he competed on a national and international level in the 110 and 400 meter hurdles and various sprint relays for the University. After graduation he was awarded an Armed Forces scholarship to attend the Medical College of Virginia School of Medicine. Upon receiving his MD, he was commissioned in the US Navy and completed an Internship in General Surgery. Serving on the USS Nassau (LHA-4) for Caribbean, Mediterranean and Middle East deployments, Dr. Gibson received personal awards including the Navy Commendation Medal, National Defense Service Medal and various unit commendations. Upon his return he completed his orthopaedic surgery residency at Naval Medical Center Portsmouth, Virginia, serving as chief resident during his final year. He pursued additional fellowship training in Orthopaedic Trauma at Tampa General Hospital and Pelvis and Acetabulum (Hip) Reconstruction at Los Angeles County and Good Samaritan Hospitals. He subsequently led the orthopaedic trauma service at Naval Medical Center Portsmouth. After his honorable discharge, Dr. Gibson began his civilian practice at Eastern Virginia Medical School and Atlantic Orthopaedic Specialists where he began his practice of orthopaedic hip, knee and shoulder reconstruction and replacement and orthopaedic sports medicine. He is a Team Physician for Old Dominion University. Dr. Gibson is active in leadership of the Virginia Orthopaedic Society and the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS). He has published in peer reviewed journals and has special interest in minimally invasive joint replacement and preservation, including the popular direct anterior hip replacement or “jiffy hip.” Dr. Gibson is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery in Orthopaedic Surgery and Orthopaedic Sports Medicine. Second only to the satisfaction of service and treatment of his patients, Dr. Gibson’s greatest professional achievement has been his election to Secretary on the Board of Councilors of AAOS and progression to Chair elect and Chair of this organization that is the deliberative body of the AAOS representing orthopaedic surgeons in all states, regional societies, Puerto Rico, US Territories, Canada and the US Military. Personally, Dr. Gibson lists his lifetime achievement as being able to convince his lovely wife to marry him more than 30 years ago.
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Appreciated his attention to my hip issue- listened to me and clearly let me know where I stand, what we'll do short term and what I can expect long term
He listens and explains things is in sufficient detail. Very knowledgeable and thorough. I was very happy with my appointment.
Can work with him for great results.
Was very thorough and informative
Good morning. It was my first visit & I was very pleased with Dr Gibson. I’m so comfortable with him that I decided to have surgery that I have put off for many years. (Knee Replacement)
Very kind explain everything
He cares about the patients healing ❤️🩹
Dr. Gibson has been my surgeon for the past
Dr Gibson is the best. He spends the time to explain everything and provides a real sense of caring. He encourages you to ask questions and answers all of them.
Wonderful man