Dr. Samuel J. Chewning, MD | Charlotte, NC | Spinal Orthopedic Surgeon

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Dr. Chewning graduated from the University of Kentucky College of Medicine in 1979. He works in Charlotte, NC and 3 other locations and specializes in Orthopedic Spine Surgery and Orthopedic Surgery. Dr. Chewning is affiliated with Atrium Health Carolinas Medical Center, Atrium Health Cabarrus, Atrium Health Mercy, Duke Health Lake Norman Hospital and Iredell Davis Behavioral Health Hospital.

accepting new patients
4.3

16 Ratings
47 years of experience
speaks English, Spanish
Carolinas Medical Center
7 written reviews
2 specialties
5 areas of expertise
2 board certifications
5 hospital affiliations
4 office locations
Male

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Dr Chewning is a incredible doctor he will listen and answer all your questions and if you having a issue they will see you right away

September 14th, 2021

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Dr. Chewing did back surgery in 2007. I have not had any problems since! He put in 2 cages and a new disc in the same surgery. I HIGHLY RECOMMEND him. He is my hero!

June 26th, 2019

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If it wasn't for Dr Chewning my Spinal Cord was severed just hanging by a thead and I could have moved wrong or just sneezed and I would be Parelized today and only had 16 months to live?! Dr. Chewning has a Wonderful bedside manner, he treats me as I am his only Patient he takes time to explain everything in detail, and where you can understand it!! Dr Samual Chewning is the best Dr. I could have ever wished for even though my life has changed drastically at least I'm alive and able to be with my family!! Thank you Dr Chewning for every thing you have done for my family and I...

July 22nd, 2015

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I had L4 & L5 removed at Duke and the dr there put the screws in a forward position which cause me too lean forward 8 inches and I was in MUCH pain for a yr. THEN I went to Dr Chewning and he went in above the fusion that Duke had done, cut a wedge in the spine, pulled me up and i went home cooked a big thanksgiving dinner 2 days after leaving the hospital...I felt Great and had NO pain...he has done surgery on my neck as well...STILL not in any pain...its been since 1999. Dr Chewning is STILL my back Dr today 2014.

October 20th, 2014

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This doctor is meticulous about the placement of appliances in the bones. I could not ask for a better job as far as the bones are concerned. However if you have spine issues where the nerves are concerned I would recommend you seeing a neurosurgeon. I have nerve damage now that I did not have prior to my spine surgery. I am not saying that it is due to the surgery or due to this doctor's work. I am just saying that if I would have done more homework prior to my surgery I would have chosen a neurosurgeon. This doctor does what he does very well, just make sure that it is what you need and want.

March 13th, 2012

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Dr. Chewning performed major surgery on my back. I have screws,rods,cages and a new disc.The surgery went perfect. He was very accurate on what I could expect after the surgery. Dr. Chewning is very caring, taking time and answering any questions I had. After he left, I found it very hard to find someone to fill his shoes. One of the doctors I saw was very rude and arrogant. I am going out of network on my insurance just so I can still have him for my doctor.

December 1st, 2009

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My rating on Dr. Chewning is very poor. He performed thoracic fusion on my back and fused the INCORRECT VERTEBRAE. Within 2 months of telling me of his mistake, he retired, as well as the assistant surgeon. Dr. Chewning gave me a story about going to do technical work for a company in California, but I have heard he is now working under a friend in Charlotte, NC

September 15th, 2009

Carolina Neurosurgery And Spine Associates

225 Baldwin AveCharlotte, NC 28204

Tel: (704) 376-1605

Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm

SatClosed

SunClosed

Atrium Health Cabarrus

920 Church St NConcord, NC 28025

Tel: (704) 403-3000

Atrium Health Carolinas Medical Center

1000 Blythe BlvdCharlotte, NC 28203

Tel: (704) 355-2000

Atrium Health Mercy

2001 Vail AveCharlotte, NC 28207

Tel: (704) 304-5000


Dr. Samuel Jackson Chewning, MD	Kaitlin Gray Little	Danielle Nicole Griffin	Dr. Robert J Morgan
Orthopedic Spine Surgery	Nurse Practitioner	Nurse Practitioner	Orthopedic Surgery
Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients		Accepts New Patients
4.3 (16 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)
47 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish			Speaks English
Charlotte , NC	Orlando , FL	Morganton , NC	Charlotte , NC
Med School: University Of Kentucky College Of Medicine
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Accepts Medicare
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Hip Osteoarthritis
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MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, North Carolina, 2026, Expired

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Carolinas Medical Center

Medical School

University Of Kentucky College Of MedicineGraduated in 1979

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