Spine Surgeon | Mississippi Sports Medicine and Orthopaedic Center

Mississippi Sports Medicine and Orthopaedic Center in Tupelo, MS is actively recruiting a BE/BC Spine Surgeon to join our well-established and expanding team! This is a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a thriving community that offers an excellent balance of clinical autonomy, surgical volume, and professional support.

Fellowship training in Orthopaedic Spine or Neuro Spine is required. This role offers a collaborative healthcare environment with a balanced workload and rewarding experience.

2026 fellows are welcome to apply!

About MSMOC in Tupelo

MSMOC in Tupelo is a well-established, physician-led practice providing advanced, patient-centered musculoskeletal care across the region. Formerly known as the Orthopaedic Institute of North Mississippi, the practice unified under the MSMOC brand in 2025 as part of a physician-led initiative, aligning with fellow USOP partners Mississippi Sports Medicine in Jackson and Oxford Ortho in Oxford, MS.

• Expert Multispecialty Team: 5 orthopaedic surgeons, 4 nurse practitioners, and 2 physician assistants working collaboratively across subspecialties.


• Regional Access: 4 clinic locations, including a flagship site in Tupelo, providing high-quality care close to home.


• Technology-Enabled Practice: Utilizes the ModMed EMR for efficient, integrated documentation and clinical workflows.


• Comprehensive Services: Expertise in sports medicine, joint replacement, hand, wrist, and elbow, and foot and ankle surgery.


• Manageable Call Schedule: 1:5 rotation covering only referred patients—no emergency department or hospital call required.

• ASC: Recognized as one of the nation’s top ASCs by U.S. News & World Report (Top 16% of 4,300+ facilities nationwide!)

What You Can Expect:

• Sign-on bonus & relocation assistance


• Residency/Fellowship Stipend


• High patient volume and immediate referrals to build your practice


• Guaranteed base salary + productivity bonus as an associate physician


• Clear pathway to partnership with no buy-in


• Opportunities for additional income as a partner


• Clinical autonomy with strong peer support


• Orthopaedic-led network focused on your success

Our practice is built on achieving financial success while offering exceptional work-life balance. Visit our website to learn more about our practice and our team!

Admitting Hospital and Surgery Center:

• North Mississippi Medical Center-Tupelo Hospital


• North Mississippi Ambulatory Surgery Center
  
  
  
  • Recognized as one of the nation’s top ASCs by U.S. News & World Report (Top 16% of 4,300+ facilities nationwide)
  
  
  
  

Why Tupelo, MS – A Community Where Orthopaedic Surgeons and Families Thrive

Surgeon-Driven Benefits:

• Established Referral Networks: Strong regional relationships and a loyal patient base provide consistent surgical volume and opportunities to build a robust adult reconstruction practice.


• Access to North Mississippi Medical Center-Tupelo, the largest non-metropolitan hospital in America, surgeons benefit from a wide range of cases without the demands of Level I trauma.


• Streamlined OR Access: Enjoy efficient scheduling and case turnover at both hospital and ASC locations, including the North Mississippi Ambulatory Surgery Center.


• Physician Autonomy: Join a team that values your expertise—practice with independence while supported by a collaborative multispecialty orthopaedic group and a physician-led platform.


• Work-Life Balance: Manageable call rotation (1:5, no ED/hospital call) allows you to focus on patient care and professional growth, without burnout.

Family-Focused Advantages:

• Safe, Family-Friendly Environment: Tupelo is consistently ranked as one of Mississippi’s safest cities, with welcoming neighborhoods and a strong sense of community.


• Top-Rated Schools: Access excellent public and private school options, including top-ranked Tupelo Public School District and well-regarded independent academies.


• Affordable Cost of Living: Enjoy a high standard of living with low housing costs, short commute times, and access to top-tier amenities.


• Outdoor Recreation & Green Spaces: Families can explore Natchez Trace Parkway, Tupelo Buffalo Park & Zoo, local biking trails, fishing spots, and community parks.


• Cultural Enrichment: The birthplace of Elvis Presley, Tupelo offers a lively arts and music scene, festivals, farmers markets, and a walkable downtown with shops and dining.


• Easy Weekend Getaways: Just a few hours from Gulf Coast beaches, Santa Rosa, Biloxi, and Gulf Shores—plus convenient access to Memphis and Birmingham for city visits or travel.