Dr. Persons received his Doctor of Medicine degree from Albany Medical College of Union University in 1981. He completed his residency in Orthopaedic Surgery in 1986 at the University of Pittsburgh. He received his board certification from the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery. He joined Orthopaedic Surgery Centers in 1986.
Dr. Persons specializes in Sports Medicine, Arthroscopic Surgery, Total Joint Replacement and General Orthopaedics. He has active memberships with the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgery, Medical Society of Virginia, Tri-County Medical Society and the Virginia Orthopaedic Society.
He resides in the city of Suffolk with his wife and family. Dr. Persons enjoys participating in community events and organizations, including Suffolk Rotary Club, Suffolk Sister Cities, and the Suffolk YMCA Board. He volunteers as team physician for local high school sports teams.
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Education Background
RESIDENCY
Boston University Medical Center
MEDICAL SCHOOL
Albany Medical College - 1981
Languages Spoken
English
Location & Hours
Persons Orthopaedic Sports Medicine And Joint Replacement Center Pc
1005 Commercial Ln Ste 210, Suffolk, VA 23434
Mon:8:00 am - 5:00 pm Tue:8:00 am - 5:00 pm Wed:8:00 am - 5:00 pm Thu:8:00 am - 5:00 pm Fri:8:00 am - 5:00 pm Sat:Closed Sun:Closed
Specialties Treated
Sports Medicine
Orthopedic Surgery
Conditions Addressed
Internal Derangement of Knee Cartilage
Osteoarthritis
Intervertebral Disc Degeneration
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Spinal Stenosis
Rotator cuff syndrome
Internal Derangement of Knee
Fractures, Dislocations, Derangement, and Sprains
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Procedures Performed
Arthroscopic Shoulder Surgery
Lower Leg/Ankle Fractures and Dislocations
Lower Arm/Elbow/Wrist Fractures and Dislocations
Physical Therapy
Shoulder Surgery
Hip/Femur Fractures and Dislocations
Knee Replacement
Carpal Tunnel Decompression
Lower Leg/Ankle Fractures and Dislocations
Knee Arthroscopy
Carpal Tunnel Decompression
Hip Replacement
Occupational Therapy Evaluation
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Insurance Accepted
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