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Dr. Robert Josey, MD

Dr. Robert Josey, MD

Orthopedic Surgery*

Dr. Robert Josey, MD is an orthopedic surgeon in Austin, TX. He is affiliated with St. David's Medical Center. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.5 Star Rating
Based on 45 reviews 4.5 Star Rating (45 reviews)

Locations

Orthopaedic Specialists of Austin

Orthopaedic Specialists of Austin4611 Guadalupe St Ste 200 Austin, TX 78751
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Hospital Highlight

Dr. Josey is affiliated with St. David's Medical Center Austin, a highly rated and top awarded hospital for orthopedic surgery.

At a Glance

  • Area of ExpertiseDr. Josey specializes in the area of Orthopedic Surgery. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions WellPatients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Offers TelehealthThis doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top HospitalAmerica’s 100 Best Hospitals for Joint Replacement Award™ See hospitals

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Dr. Josey's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Josey

4.5
45 ratings, 23 with a written review
5 star
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4 star
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3 star
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2 star
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1 star
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I’m a new patient with back neck and arm pain Dr Josey was kind and very profesional, he explains clearly the best way to approach my conditions.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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
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Elvi – Sep 29, 2024
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Dr. Josey explained my options thoroughly and then gave me his opinion on which was best to follow initially. I very much appreciate the genuine concern exhibited!
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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 other person found this helpful
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Jun 04, 2024
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Amazing all around
Dr Josey and his team were all amazing. Dr. Josey had very kind and patient bedside manner. He took time to explain and answer all my questions. I never felt rush. He too me from not being able to walk without extreme pain to dancing the night away!
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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
2 others found this helpful
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Tracie Seed – Jul 05, 2023
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Wonderful Surgeon and Person
Dr. Josey communicates very well, clearly explains the procedure, what to expect, etc. Then he answers all your questions clearly and directly. I have had other surgeries with different spine surgeons, Dr. Josey is the best both as a skilled surgeon and communicating with the patient. He also has a great staff! Bottom line - I trust Dr. Josey as a surgeon and a person.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Roger – Jun 13, 2023
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Dr. Josey is a talented surgeon. I was in such intense pain, I was sure that life was over and was giving up on life. After my Microdiscectomy surgery with Dr. Josey, I am a new woman and have a lot to look forward to in life. Despite being a difficult to deal with patient because of the enormous pain, Dr. Josey’s staff met me with compassion and made accommodations for me in multiple ways. My family and I will be forever grateful to this office and physician. They gave me my life back!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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 other person found this helpful
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April Bright – May 10, 2023
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Trustworthy!
I’ve been Dr Josey’s patient for many years but only needing his medical advice twice. Both times his evaluation of my issue was handled professionally. DKeyes
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
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Apr 05, 2023
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Great Experience
Great experience with Dr. Josey. Very informative, provides his expertise clearly and listens before providing possible routes to take. Never felt rushed during appointments and everyone at the office has been a pleasure to work with.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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 other person found this helpful
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Ross – Mar 10, 2023
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He is better looking in person and salt and pepper
Did not like the wait time . As a new patient with all the paperwork in hand and 30 minutes finally early, was not taken in for 20 minutes past my appointment . maybe another 15 minutes to be evaluated by the PA but zip zip Dr. Josey whirls in and apologized about my waiting - great bedside manners and diagnosed me just as I told him to!! No he quickly put me at ease and concurred exactly as I guessed- perhaps a pinched nerve and let’s order a MRI . Exactly what I expected ! Great experience .
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
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Mar 03, 2023
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Excellent at Patient Education!
Dr. Josey and his PA both took so much time in explaining everything about my injury, as well as my treatment options, the expected outcomes of all scenarios, and the percentage of potential future problems for each choice. He really made me feel so much more comfortable with a treatment option I’d been struggling with due to a bad experience 20+ years ago. I came to him for a second opinion, and I’m so glad I did. Hands down would recommend him to anyone.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
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Mar 01, 2023
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Excellent surgeon! I highly recommend!
Dr. Josey performed a lumbar laminectomy and replaced a disc at L5-S1. He did an excellent job and I feel great. It’s been 3 months since my surgery. I highly recommend Dr. Josey.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
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Feb 10, 2023
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Excellent surgeon. However, when I went back after my surgery and had turned 65 and had Medicare in addition to the same work insurance, he would not see me! Another Doctor in the office saw me. Thank God he was there!
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Sep 17, 2020
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I had an open workers comp case from 10/2016 and was recently relocated from Idaho to Texas so finding a surgeon was difficult. I lucked out with Dr Josey! Although difficult to get in and see (only downside would be the front of house response for scheduling) was a repeat challenge and not great at returning calls or emails to me or my case worker. But I cannot say enough about Dr J, his PA, and dedicated nurse; they are professional and get down to it. Unlike other WC docs I saw in Idaho Dr J went through a process starting with PT, to epidural, to facet injections, lastly an A-lyf fusion (a fusion through the stomach); he tries to avoid surgery unless all else fails. The vascular surgeon he brought in did a great job and I woke up with immediate relief from 3+ years of leg pain and a back pain that was "hey, something major was done right here" as opposed to my entire back feeling like it was in a vice grip for 3 years. My shirtless modeling days may be done with the abdomen sca
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
3 others found this helpful
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Patrick D – Feb 07, 2020
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My husband had a spinal fusion and he feels amazing! No pain at all only 8 weeks since surgery. It’s a miracle! Dr. Josey is an amazing doctor and we highly recommend him! 5 star!!!!!
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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Sep 23, 2019
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Great Doctor. He went through a thorough examination and preparation of my surgery and it turned it out very well. This is a very great doc.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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 other person found this helpful
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Austin, TX – Sep 23, 2019
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Would highly recommend Dr. Josey he is a very knowledgeable Dr and has great bedside mannor.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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ADC – Sep 20, 2019
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Very professional. Excellent in every way. Five stars on all categories.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
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Don C. Wukasch, M.D. – Sep 20, 2019
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I met with the PA, Carlos. He was very nice, and I felt all my questions were answered. My concerns were addressed.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
2 others found this helpful
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Aug 06, 2019
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Very professional and a great surgeon.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Paul Pfeifer – Jul 19, 2019
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He did a great job very informing and let me know if there was anything I needed he was there for me answer to any questions I had no problem at all. He made it easy to understand what needed to be done and if I ever have to do it again I will use dr. Josie
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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John Dearen in Austin , TX – Mar 19, 2019
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Dr. Josey assessed my sciatica in my left leg, specifically lumbar radiculopathy which gave me intense pain in my left hip and down my leg, made me limp and weakness in that foot. Dr. Josey reviewed my MRI, listened to my complaints, assessed my mobility and pain, then quickly diagnosed me with the cause being a broken off piece of my L4/L5 disc impinging on my nerve root. He scheduled a microdiscectomy within a week and I had immediate pain relief. I highly recommend Dr. Josey. C. Wise
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
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Apr 12, 2018
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About Me

care philosophy

Dr. Robert Josey specializes in comprehensive medical and surgical treatment of the spine. Areas of specialty include trauma, degenerative conditions, spinal deformity, tumors and infection in all age groups. He also treats ailments through injections,...read more
  • Orthopedic Surgery

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  • Spinecare Medical Group

    Fellowship Hospital
  • Baylor University

    Residency Hospital
  • Baylor University

    Internship Hospital
  • Baylor University

    Medical School
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery®
Orthopedic Surgery
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  • Outstanding Student in Orthopedic Surgery, 1998

Affiliated Hospitals

  • St. David's Medical Center

    919 E 32nd St
    Austin, TX 78705
    Recipient of 86
    hospital awards

    America’s 50 Best Hospitals for Surgical Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

    America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Joint Replacement Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

    View all awards

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

    87%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% higher than the national average

    80%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    4% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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