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Dr. Robert Spear, DO

Dr. Robert Spear, DO

Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation Pain Medicine*
30+ years of experience

Dr. Robert Spear, DO is a pain medicine physiatrist in Norfolk, VA and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of New England College of Osteopathic Medicine in 1992. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Sentara Princess Anne Hospital and Bon Secours Maryview Medical Center. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

3.2 Star Rating
Based on 15 reviews 3.2 Star Rating (15 reviews)

Practice

5665 Lowery Rd Ste 100 Norfolk, VA 23502
Telehealth available

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  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. See hospitals
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Dr. Spear's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Spear

3.2

15 ratings, 5 with a written review
5 Star
53%
53%
4 Star
0%
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3 Star
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2 Star
7%
7%
1 Star
40%
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Feb 09, 2022
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
4 people found this helpful
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Kathie Kuchta in Virginia Beach, VA – Mar 09, 2017
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Skip G. in Chesapeake, VA – Oct 03, 2016
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
6 people found this helpful
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RA in va beach – Aug 05, 2016
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
9 people found this helpful
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Dec 22, 2015
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About Me

care philosophy

Provide a positive provider-patient relationship in developing an accurate diagnosis and treatment plan to achieve the best results treating musculoskeletal pain.

biography

Dr. Robert Spear, DO is a family medicine specialist in Norfolk, VA and has been practicing for 27 years. He graduated from University Of New England College Of Osteopathic Medicine in 1992 and specializes in Pain Management and Rehabilitation. ...read more
  • Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation Pain Medicine

  • Pain Medicine

  • Headache Management

  • Interventional Pain Medicine

  • Sports Medicine Pain Management

  • Acute Pain Medicine

  • Pain Management

  • Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation

  • Interventional Spine Medicine

  • Musculoskeletal Rehabilitation

  • Spine Physiatry

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • Chief Resident At The University Of Alabama At Birmingham Hospital

    Residency Hospital
  • Family Practice/internal Medicine At Norwalk Hospital/yale University Medical Centre In Connecticut

    Residency Hospital
  • University Of New England College Of Osteopathic Medicine

    Medical School, 1992
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Locations

Practice

Apm Spine and Sports Physicians P.C.5665 Lowery Rd Ste 100 Norfolk, VA 23502
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Office1788 Republic Rd Ste 200 Virginia Beach, VA 23454
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Coastal Virginia Spine and Pain Center LLC4525 South Blvd Ste 200 Virginia Beach, VA 23452
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  • Fax
  • Hours
    • Mon: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Tue: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Wed: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Thu: 8:00am - 5:00pm
  • Directions
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Sentara Princess Anne Hospital

    2025 Glenn Mitchell Dr
    Virginia Beach, VA 23456
    Recipient of 9
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    86%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% higher than the national average

    80%
    Patients would recommend the hospital to friends and family

    15% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • Sentara Norfolk General Hospital

    600 Gresham Dr
    Norfolk, VA 23507
    Recipient of 7
    hospital awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    85%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% higher than the national average

    78%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    2% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • Sentara Leigh Hospital

    830 Kempsville Rd
    Norfolk, VA 23502
    Recipient of 8
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    83%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% lower than the national average

    77%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    2% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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