Summary

Ross Ward, M.D. joined Southern Bone and Joint Specialists, P.A. in February 2013.

Ward, a board certified orthopaedic surgeon, had practiced in Laurel for 11 years. He received his bachelor’s degree cum laude from Delta State University. He received his medical degree from the University of Mississippi School of Medicine. He completed his residency and internship at the University of Texas Southwestern.

Dr. Ward is a member of the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons, American College of Sports Medicine, Southern Orthopedic Association and Mississippi Orthopedic Society. He is an adjunct clinical professor at William Carey University.

Dr. Ward is also certified in MAKOplasty, partial knee resurfacing procedure using the RIO Robotic Arm Interactive Orthopedic System. He has special interest in total joints, foot and ankle and shoulder.

Office Locations

Dr D. Ross Ward has 3 locations

Southern Bone and Joint Specialists

3688 Veterans Memorial DrHattiesburg, MS 39401
Mon9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri9:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Southern Bone and Joint Specialists - Laurel

1515 Jefferson StLaurel, MS 39440
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

Southern Bone and Joint Specialists

701 S Holly AveCollins, MS 39428
Mon9:00 am - 5:00 pm
TueClosed
WedClosed
ThuClosed
FriClosed
SatClosed
SunClosed

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.6
  • 34 years of experience
  • 29 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center at Dallas
  • 23 written reviews
  • 1 award
  • 1 specialty
  • 14 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 3 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Awards

  • Vitals Preferred Provider

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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr D. Ross Ward

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Mississippi
  • CHAMPVA
  • CHAMPVA - HMO
  • Cigna
  • Cigna-HealthSpring
  • Consolidated Health Plans
  • GEHA
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Humana - Medicare
  • Humana - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid
  • Mutual of Omaha
  • Physicians Mutual
  • State Farm
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthOne

Medical Specialties

Dr D. Ross Ward has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr D. Ross Ward has the following 14 areas of expertise

  • Arthroscopy
  • Bone Fracture
  • Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
  • Herniated Disc
  • Hip Osteoarthritis
  • Hip Surgery
  • Joint Pain/Swelling
  • Joint Replacement
  • Laminectomy
  • Osteoarthritis
  • Osteoarthritis (Hand and Wrist)
  • Scoliosis
  • Sports Medicine
  • Surgery

Certifications, License, & Education

34 Years Experience

BOARD CERTIFICATIONS

American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery

Orthopaedic Surgery, 2004

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Mississippi, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Medical School

University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center at DallasGraduated in 2001
University of Mississipi School of MedicineGraduated in 1995
Delta State University College of Health SciencesGraduated in 1992

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