Tidewater Orthopaedics: Orthopedic Doctors in Hampton Roads
Orthopedics • Williamsburg, VA • Since 1974 • Multiple locations including Suffolk and general Tidewater area locations
About
Tidewater Orthopaedic Associates is a specialized orthopedic group serving Hampton Roads, including Hampton, Williamsburg, Newport News, and surrounding areas in Virginia. Key points: - Focus: Orthopedic care across the body (ankle, back, elbow, foot, hand, hip, knee, neck, shoulder, spine, wrist) with subspecialty expertise. - Services: Joint replacement and revision, sports medicine, trauma, and other orthopedic treatments. - Credentials: Board-certified orthopedic surgeons who are fellowship-trained, offering highly focused, specialty care. - Experience and reach: Founded in 1974; long-standing community presence with four offices in Hampton Roads. - Local footprint: Positioning as “The Specialist Group” with a strong reputation in the Peninsula area.
Clinic Type
Orthopedics
Address
Not specified on page
Phone
+1 (757) 827-2480
workcomp@tidewaterortho.com
Opening Hours
Not published — contact the clinic to confirm hours.
Website
Services Offered
Technology & Equipment
Team
Insurance & Payment
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Tel:+1 (757) 827-2480 to inquire, Patient portal payments may be available via portal link
Languages Spoken
Current Offers
Now Accepting Patients in Suffolk
FAQs
Same-day orthopedic appointments available?
Same-day orthopedic appointments are available.
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What Patients Say
Overall sentiment across review platforms: positive
- rater8: 4.87/5 (8,200+ ratings)
- rater8: 4.7/5 (485 ratings (for specific provider))
Patients praise
- Highly skilled and knowledgeable surgeons and medical staff
- Clear explanations and good bedside manner reported by many patients
- Helpful and efficient scheduling processes for some services
- Comprehensive specialized services such as hand therapy and physical therapy
- Positive surgical outcomes and effective pain management
Common complaints
- Administrative challenges including billing and communication issues
- Occasional reports of perceived dismissive or rude behavior by some providers
- Concerns regarding delays or lack of follow-up on diagnostic processes (e.g., MRI approvals)
"Very personable and professional. Rare qualities with great and caring attitude."
— Patient review of Dr. Eric M. Vess via rater8"However, the administrative side of the practice has received criticism, with patients reporting issues with billing and communication."
— BestProsInTown review summary of Tidewater OrthopaedicsSynthesized from public review platforms as of Jul 11, 2026 — sources: [1][2][3][4].
In the News
- Expert BFR Therapy | Blood Flow Restriction Therapy | HROSM — Jan 27, 2026
- Williamsburg Athlete Turned Surgeon Returns Home to Practice Medicine | Williamsburg Yorktown Daily — Sep 3, 2025
- Dr. William Hill: Sports Medicine Expert in Hampton Roads — Sep 4, 2025
- Atlantic Orthopaedic Specialists Doctors Named to Newsweek 2025 — Apr 6, 2026
- Dr. Saunora V. Prom, DO - Sports Medicine Physician in Newport News, VA — May 14, 2026
Information sourced from the clinic's website as of July 11, 2026.
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