Timothy Murphy, MD
Timothy Murphy, MD

General Orthopedics

ABOS Board Certified Orthopaedic Surgeon

Triad Region

Greensboro Orthopedic Clinic North Church Street

About Timothy Murphy, MD

Orthopedic Surgeon

Dr. Timothy Murphy is an experienced orthopedic surgeon serving Greensboro at EmergeOrtho’s North Church Street Orthopedic Clinic. He provides specialty care, including joint replacement, arthroscopy, and sports medicine for patients of all ages and activity levels.
 
Dr. Murphy grew up in Greensboro and studied at Wake Forest University before earning his medical degree from the University of North Carolina. With a background in competitive athletics, he brings personal insight and empathy to his patients. He has provided orthopedic physician services for elite collegiate athletes as well as competitive local high school student-athletes. His attentive approach applies to each patient, regardless of activity level.
 
At EmergeOrtho, Dr. Murphy focuses on providing comprehensive orthopedic care with a patient-centered approach to meet the needs of those he serves. He offers:
  • Arthroscopic surgery of the knee, shoulder, hip, and elbow, including ACL reconstruction
  • Total and partial hip and knee joint replacement, including the direct anterior hip approach
  • Trauma care: fractures, sports injuries, & musculoskeletal injuries
Dr. Murphy is committed to setting realistic goals with each patient, whether that means hiking local trails, playing with grandchildren, or returning to work. Helping patients get back to the activities that matter most to them is one of the many reasons Dr. Murphy chose to become an orthopedic surgeon.

Education and Medical Training

  • Undergraduate: Wake Forest University
  • Medical School: University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill School of Medicine
  • Internship: University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill Department of Orthopaedic
  • Residency: University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill Department of Orthopaedics

Medical Certification

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

Professional Medical Association Memberships

  • American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS), Member

Patient Reviews about Dr. Murphy

Locations and Appointments

EmergeOrtho Greensboro Orthopedic Clinic

1130 North Church Street, Suite 100, Greensboro, NC 27401 – Location Information

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News and Blog

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Triad Region

At EmergeOrtho Triad Region, orthopedic care should begin with convenience, well before your doctor steps into the room. That’s why we have implemented a secure and straightforward way to prepare for your visit with mobile pre-registration and check-in for all scheduled appointments, including: Orthopedic clinic visits Physical and hand therapy services MRI appointments No more...

EmergeOrtho Supports Aviation & Aerospace Industry in Greensboro

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Triad Region

EmergeOrtho Triad Region was proud to support the Triad aviation and aerospace community as a sponsor of the Triad Business Journal’s “Aviation in the Triad” event, hosted by Honda Aircraft Company. The event brought together industry leaders, business stakeholders, and community partners to discuss the future of aviation in the region. Key conversations focused on...

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....

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

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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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