Dax Varkey, MD
Dax Varkey, MD

Sports Medicine

ABOS Board Certified Orthopaedic Surgeon

Triad Region

Greensboro Orthopedic Clinic North Church Street

About Dax Varkey, MD

At EmergeOrtho’s North Church Street Clinic in Greensboro, Dr. Dax Varkey specializes in sports medicine and complex joint procedures, providing surgical treatment for the shoulder, elbow, and knee. Dr. Varkey received his medical degree from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill before completing his orthopedic residency at UNC. After a fellowship in Sports Medicine, Shoulder, and Elbow Surgery at OrthoCarolina in Charlotte, he moved to Greensboro in 2018, bringing advanced training and a patient-centered approach.
 
With his specialized expertise in orthopedics, Dr. Varkey provides outstanding care to EmergeOrtho patients. He offers skilled approaches to treating a wide range of orthopedic conditions, including:
  • Shoulder Treatment for rotator cuff tears, instability, and arthritis, offering procedures such as shoulder stabilization, total and reverse shoulder replacements, and minimally invasive options.
  • Elbow Injury Interventions for ulnar collateral ligament (UCL) injuries, fractures, and other elbow conditions.
  • Knee Care Options for ACL tears, meniscus injuries, and cartilage damage,
Dr. Varkey is recognized for his genuine care for others, taking time to explain procedures and recovery expectations. He listens to patients learning about their individual needs to determine together the best treatment options for their recovery. He is known for his compassionate care and clear communication, helping patients return to their active lifestyles.

Orthopedic Clinic Location

Greensboro Orthopedic Clinic at North Church Street

1130 North Church Street

Suite 100

Greensboro, NC 27401

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Education and Training

  • Undergraduate: University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
  • Postgraduate:
    • University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill School of Medicine (MD)
    • University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill School of Public Health (MPH)
  • Internship and Residency: Orthopedic Surgery, University of North Carolina
  • Fellowship: Sports Medicine, Shoulder and Elbow Surgery, OrthoCarolina, Charlotte, NC

Certifications

  • American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery (ABOS) Board Certified Orthopaedic Surgeon

Awards

  • Morehead Scholarship (UNC Chapel Hill)

Professional Memberships

  • American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons
  • American Orthopedic Society for Sports Medicine
  • Greater Greensboro Society of Medicine

News and Blog

EmergeOrtho Expands in Greensboro Through Strategic Merger

EmergeOrtho Expands in Greensboro Through Strategic Merger

Triad Region

PRESS RELEASE EmergeOrtho Expands in Greensboro Through Strategic Merger Greensboro, NC – October 24, 2025 EmergeOrtho is proud to announce the merger of three respected, physician-owned orthopedic practices in Greensboro. Effective October 4, 2025, Murphy Wainer Orthopedic Specialists and Guilford Orthopaedic & Sports Medicine Center, collectively known as Southeastern Orthopaedic Specialists (SOS) have joined EmergeOrtho....

They treat you with respect take the time to understand what your needs are and work toward that gold of fixing the problem. Very professional in everything they do I love going there for treatment can't say that about many healthcare systems. I recommend EmergeOrtho to everyone I see.

Ronnie W

EMERGEORTHO PATIENT

EmergeOrtho is full of wonderful doctors! They make sure they go over every little thing and explain stuff so that you understand. I have 4 different doctors here and have been pleased with them all.

Michelle M

EMERGEORTHO PATIENT

A New Level Of Orthopedic Care Has Emerged

As our patient, you will benefit from a full range of orthopedic services, specialties and technologies, including physical and hand therapy, advanced imaging services, and urgent care walk-in services providing immediate diagnosis and treatment for urgent orthopedic conditions.

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