About
Edwin E. Spencer Jr., MD, graduated Summa Cum Laude from North Carolina State University with a BS in Zoology and Premed before attending medical school at Duke University. He completed his postdoctoral training and residency at the University of Michigan Medical Center and finished a fellowship at The Cleveland Clinic Foundation. His academic career earned him the James Baril Research Award and the Katherine Wolcott Walker Research Award, among numerous other professional honors.
Dr. Spencer earned two Neer Awards in his field and received induction into the Neer Circle of the American Shoulder and Elbow Surgeons in 2024. Researchers have cited his work more than 40 times in original research and 52 times in peer-reviewed publications. He has contributed chapters to six different books on orthopedic surgery, collaborated on eight surgical product designs currently in use, and holds two US patents. He is an active member of his church community and a longtime presence in Knoxville, now extending his roots to North Texas.
Education & Training
Undergraduate
North Carolina State University, BS in Zoology and Premed, Summa Cum Laude
Medical School
Duke University
Residency
University of Michigan Medical Center
Fellowship
The Cleveland Clinic Foundation
Who is Dr. Spencer right for?
Dr. Spencer is a strong fit for patients who value a physician with deep research credentials and clinical rigor. His extensive orthopedic and surgical background makes him well-suited for patients with musculoskeletal concerns alongside primary care needs. Patients who appreciate evidence-based medicine and a physician with a strong academic record will find him a natural match. His concierge practice model allows unhurried appointments and direct access.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Spencer trained at three highly regarded institutions. He attended medical school at Duke University, completed his residency at the University of Michigan Medical Center, and finished a fellowship at The Cleveland Clinic Foundation. He also graduated Summa Cum Laude from North Carolina State University before medical school.
Yes, Dr. Spencer has earned multiple research honors. He received the James Baril Research Award and the Katherine Wolcott Walker Research Award, among other professional honors. Researchers have cited his work more than 40 times in original research and 52 times in peer-reviewed publications.
Yes, Dr. Spencer holds two US patents. He also collaborated on eight surgical product designs that remain in current use.
Dr. Spencer provides primary care at Executive Medicine of Texas in Southlake, TX. He brings an extensive academic and surgical background to his concierge primary care practice.
The available information does not list a specific board certification for Dr. Spencer. Prospective patients should contact Executive Medicine of Texas directly for current credentialing details.
The Neer Circle is an honorary distinction within the American Shoulder and Elbow Surgeons. The organization inducted Dr. Spencer in 2024 in recognition of his research contributions. He also holds two Neer Awards in his field.
Doctor profile last updated March 21, 2026