When to See an Orthopedist for Shoulder Pain
Don’t delay in calling an orthopedist about shoulder problems. Shoulder pain could indicate tendonitis, arthritis, a rotator cuff tear or shoulder instability.
Why Choose Us?
Our physicians and staff at Surgical Center of Morehead City are dedicated to providing quality, affordable care to the community in our quest to treat an array of orthopedic, back, eye, podiatry, urology, gastrointestinal, plastic surgery, general surgery and chronic pain conditions.
Our goal at Surgical Center of Morehead City is to ensure your comfort and safety by providing a team of board-certified surgeons, anesthesiologists and nurses whose focus is your comfort and care.
Additionally, our patients have highly rated the care they have received from our doctors and staff and say they are likely to recommend our center for outpatient procedures. See what they had to say.
For Your Visit
Surgical Center of Morehead City is committed to ensuring that your experience with us is relaxed and worry-free, from consultation through recovery. To assist us, we ask that you read and comply with all guidelines.
Patient Forms
At Surgical Center of Morehead City, your time is as valuable to us as it is to you. That’s why we provide online access to a variety of forms that patients may complete before their visit. The following documents will help us expedite the check-in process for your appointment. Please take a moment to download and print the appropriate form(s).
Insurance and Billing
Surgical Center of Morehead City accepts most major insurance. AWe will bill your insurance carrier for you; however, we cannot tell you what your policy will cover. Since your insurance policy and coverage are between you and your carrier, we urge you to contact them prior to your procedure. You will be responsible for any co-pays and deductibles.
Meet the Doctors
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Thomas E. Bates
AAOS, M.D.
Robert E. Coles
AAOS, M.D.
Ashraf F. Guirgues
M.D., FAAOS
John T. Johnson, Jr.
M.D., F.A.C.S.
Neil D. Jones
M.D., FACS
Arthur G. Klose
M.D., F.A.C.S.
John V. LoPiccolo
DPM, FACFAS
Mindy Merritt
M.D.
Jeffrey K. Moore
M.D.
Will Ramsey
M.D.
John Spellman
M.D.
Jeffrey J. Viscardi
M.D.
Gary V. Wertman, II
D.O.
Juozas Zavadzkas
M.D.
135 Reviews
Mar 29, 2023
Mar 28, 2023
I have had a few procedures here. Always efficient, friendly and knowledgeable.
Mar 28, 2023
I have had six surgeries prior to this procedure. This office is the most organized professional staff I have had the pleasure to work with. A gun shot hand 15 years after with unique issues was brought to Dr. Wertman. Unfathomable wonderful results. Go nowhere else.
Mar 28, 2023
Super staff, super nurses, great surgeon, great experience!!
Mar 28, 2023
Amazing hospitality and professionalism from the beginning of your process coming through the door until you leave! Very friendly with great bedtime manners. The nurses and staff were accommodating during every interaction.
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They were all very nice to me.i have several things done there and have been treated good each time.