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Dr. Spencer Wheeler, MD

Orthopedic Surgery* Age 70
Dr. Spencer Wheeler, MD
4.5 (125 Ratings)
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Dr. Spencer Wheeler, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon in Savannah, GA.
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Dr. Spencer Wheeler, MD

Orthopedic Surgery* Age 70
Savannah, GA
Accepting new patients
39 years of experience
Dr. Spencer Wheeler, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon in Savannah, GA.

About

Dr. Wheeler graduated from Augusta University Medical College of Georgia in 1985 and completed a residency at University of Florida.Dr. Spencer Wheeler, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon in Savannah, GA and has 39 years experience. Dr. Wheeler currently practices at Practice and are affiliated with Effingham Health System and Saint Joseph's Hospital Savannah. Dr. Wheeler has experience treating conditions like Joint Pain among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Wheeler received an average rating of 4.5/5 from patients and has been reviewed 125 times. Dr. Wheeler's office accepts new patients. Dr. Wheeler is board certified in Orthopedic Surgery and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Joint Pain
Shoulder Impingement Syndrome
Meniscus Tear
Joint Pain
Shoulder Impingement Syndrome
Meniscus Tear
Joint Pain
Shoulder Impingement Syndrome
Meniscus Tear
AC Joint Injury
Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) Tear
Back Pain
Baker’s Cyst
Bursitis
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Bursitis of Hip
Chondromalacia
Chronic Neck Pain
Coccygeal Pain
Degenerative Disc Disease
Difficulty With Walking
Gait Abnormality
Genu Varum
Glenoid Labrum Tear
Heel Spur
Hip Pointer
Hip Sprain
Hip Tendinitis
Iliotibial Band Syndrome
Internal Derangement of Knee
Intervertebral Disc Disease
Knee Ligament Tears
Knee Sprain
Knee Tendinitis
Limb Pain
Low Back Pain
Lumbar Radiculopathy
Medial Collateral Ligament (MCL) Sprain
Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis of Ankle
Osteoarthritis of Foot
Osteoarthritis of Hip
Osteoarthritis of Knee
Osteoarthritis of Shoulder
Patellar Chondromalacia
Patellar Disorders
Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS)
Posterior Tibial Tendonitis
Radiculopathy
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Rotator Cuff Tear
Rotator Cuff Tendinosis
Sacrum Disorders
Shoulder Tendinitis and Tenosynovitis
Arthrocentesis
Knee and Leg Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Knee Arthroscopy
Knee Replacement
Meniscectomy
Rotator Cuff Surgery
Shoulder Arthroscopy
Steroid Injection
Total Knee Arthroplasty with Robotic Assist
Viscosupplementation With Hyaluronate
Achilles Tendinitis
Adhesive Capsulitis Shoulder
Ankle and Foot Instability or Derangement
Ankle Fracture
Ankle Sprain and Achilles Tendon Sprain or Rupture
Ankle Sprains and Strains
Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) or Posterior Cruciate Ligament (PCL) Tear
Arthritis of the Elbow
Ataxia
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Autoimmune Diseases
Avascular Necrosis
Avascular Necrosis of Femoral Head
Bone Disorders
Brachial Plexus Palsy
Broken Arm
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Cervical Spine Myelopathy
Chondrocalcinosis
Chronic Pelvic Pain
Clavicle Fracture
Coccyx or Sacrum Fracture
Complications of Joint Prosthesis
De Quervain's Disease
Elbow Bursitis
Elbow Injuries
Elbow Sprain
Enthesopathy of Hip (incl. Trochanteric Bursitis)
Enthesopathy of Knee (incl. Bursitis of Knee)
Femoral Neck Fracture
Femur Fracture
Fibular Fracture
Foot Conditions
Foot Fracture
Foot Sprain
Fracture
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Fracture of Hand and Fingers
Genu Valgum
Gout
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Hand Conditions
Hand Fracture
Herniated Disc
Hip Fracture
Humerus Fracture
Knee Dislocation
Knee Disorders
Knee Fracture
Knee Osteophyte
Lateral and Medial Epicondylitis (Tennis and Golf Elbow)
Leg Fracture Above Knee (incl. Hip)
Leg Fracture Below Knee (incl. Ankle)
Lumbar Spinal Stenosis
Lumbosacral Radiculopathy
Lumbosacral Stenosis
Lupus
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Morton's Neuroma
Neck Muscle Strain
Nerve Root Injury and Plexus Disorders (incl. Pinched Nerve)
Non-Unions and Malunions of Fractures
Osgood Schlatter Disease
Osteoarthritis of Hand
Osteoarthritis of Hand or Wrist
Osteoarthritis of Hip and Thigh
Osteoarthritis of Spine
Osteopenia
Patellar Dislocation
Patellar Fracture
Patellar Tendonitis
Pelvic Fracture
Peripheral Nerve Disorders
Plantar Fasciitis
Pyogenic Arthritis
Sacral Fracture
Scapular Fracture
Sciatica
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Scoliosis
Shoulder Dislocation
Shoulder Disorders
Shoulder Fracture
Shoulder Osteophyte
Spinal Cord Injury
Spinal Stenosis
Spine Deformities
Spine Disorders
Spondylitis
Spondylolisthesis
Spondylosis
Sprains and Strains (incl. Muscle Tear)
Sternum Fracture
Systemic Chondromalacia
Tenosynovitis
Tibia and Fibula Fractures
Tibial Fracture
Torticollis
Trigger Finger
Wrist Fracture
ACL Surgery
Ankle Arthroscopy
Arthroscopic Shoulder Surgery
Biceps Tendon Repair
Carpal Tunnel Release
Closed Hip Fracture Treatment
De Quervain's Release
Dressing and Debridement of Wound or Infection
Elbow Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Elbow Tenotomy
Excision of Femur or Knee
Foot and Ankle Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Foot and Ankle Fracture Treatment, Open
Foot and Ankle Ligament and Tendon Repair
Fracture Care
Hand and Wrist Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Hand and Wrist Fracture Treatment, Closed
Hand and Wrist Fracture Treatment, Open
Hip Dislocation
Hip Replacement
Hip Replacement with Robotic Assist
Hip Resurfacing
Joint Drainage
Knee and Lower Leg Fracture Treatment, Open
Knee Replacement Revision
Knee Surgery
Meniscus Surgery
Musculoskeletal Function Test
Myofascial Trigger Point Injection
Neuroplasty
Partial Hip Replacement
Peripheral Nerve Block
Resection or Ablation of Bone Tumor, Partial or Complete Resection of Bone, Debridement of Bone
Separated Femoral Epiphysis Treatment
Shoulder Dislocation Treatment
Shoulder Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Somatic Nerve Block
Total Hip Replacement
Trigger Finger Release
Trigger Point Injection

Insurance Accepted

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  • WellCare
  • Coventry Health Care of Georgia
  • Cigna
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Georgia
  • Medicaid
  • Amerigroup (Wellpoint)
  • HealthyBlue Advantage
  • Blue Cross and Blue Shield
  • Coventry Health Care
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Guardian
  • United Healthcare
  • Mail Handlers Benefit Plan (MHBP)
  • Medicare
  • Humana
  • MultiPlan PPO
  • Blue HRA Blue Open Access-GA POS
  • Aetna
  • Principal Financial Group
  • Medical Mutual of Ohio
  • WellPoint
  • Curative EPO
    Curative PPO
    Curative PPO Plus
  • Superior Health Plan
  • First Health (Coventry Health Care)

Locations

  1. 1 Paulsen Street Surgery Center LLC
    4425 Paulsen St, Savannah, GA 31405
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (912) 355-6615
  2. 2 Effingham Orthopaedic Center
    613 Towne Park Dr W Ste 303-304, Rincon, GA 31326
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (912) 826-3111
    Tuesday
    06:00 - 18:00
    Thursday
    06:00 - 18:00
    Friday
    06:00 - 18:00
  3. 3 Gunkel Cardiology Group LLC
    11702 Mercy Blvd Ste 2D, Savannah, GA 31419
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (912) 355-6615
  4. 4 Effingham Health System
    459 GA Highway 119 S, Springfield, GA 31329
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (912) 754-0175
  5. 5 Office
    613 Towne Park Dr W Ste 303304, Rincon, GA 31326
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (912) 355-6615

Patient Satisfaction

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Wheeler
4.5
Based on 125 Reviews
5 Stars (107)
4 Stars (2)
3 Stars (1)
2 Stars (1)
1 Star (14)

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Nov 12, 2024
Stagg was very nice. Dr Wheeler is very knowledgeable . He is straight forward and very nice.
Janet — Nov 12, 2024
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Specialties*
Orthopedic Surgery
Sports Medicine
Hip & Knee Orthopedics
Orthopedic Shoulder & Elbow Surgery
Specialties*
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • Augusta University Medical College of Georgia
    1985
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Orthopedic Surgery
Board Certifications
What’s a board certification and why is it important that my provider has one?

A board certification represents a provider’s dedication to ongoing training in one or more specialties, including the completion of intensive exams. While not all specialties have board certifications, if your provider does have one they’ve taken the extra step to master their specialty and to keep up with the latest advancements in their field.

Internship

Internship
  • University Fla
    1986
Internship

Residency

Residency Hospital
  • University of Florida
Residency Hospital

Fellowship

Fellowship Hospital
  • Union Memorial Hospital
    1991
Fellowship Hospital
Common Questions and Answers
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Does Dr. Wheeler communicate via email?
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Does Dr. Wheeler offer telehealth services or virtual visits?
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Does Dr. Wheeler offer an online patient portal?
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Does Dr. Wheeler have free onsite parking?
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Does Dr. Wheeler offer weekend visits?
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A list of accepted insurance providers is available on the Sharecare insurance check. It is always a good idea to verify your insurance when making an appointment.

New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Spencer Wheeler, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Wheeler's profile.

Dr. Spencer Wheeler, MD is affiliated with Effingham Health System and Saint Joseph's Hospital Savannah.

Yes, Dr. Spencer Wheeler, MD holds board certification in Orthopedic Surgery.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Effingham Health System

    459 GA Highway 119 S, Springfield, GA

  • Saint Joseph's Hospital Savannah

    11705 Mercy Blvd, Savannah, GA