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One Surgeon, Start to Finish
You see the same orthopedic surgeon at your consultation, your treatment, and every follow-up, so nothing about your case gets lost between visits.
You finally have a Choice in orthopedic care.
World-class orthopedic care in Middleton, MA, without the corporate friction. Tell us what's going on, and Dr. Robert C. Spang III, MD, the same surgeon from your first visit to your last, will personally guide you to the right next step.
Accepting new patients starting Fall 2026.
Credentials, if you're curious:
- Harvard & Columbia
- Undergraduate & Medical School
- HSS Fellowship
- Shoulder & Sports Medicine
- NFL & MLS
- Former Team Physician
Why Choice Feels Different
Built for one patient panel, not a waiting room.
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Seen This Week, Not Next Quarter
Choice Orthopedics keeps a deliberately small patient panel, so new injuries and urgent concerns get evaluated in days, not months.
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No Forms, No Guesswork
Tell us what's going on in your own words. We'll ask the follow-up questions and tell you exactly what to do next. No twenty-tab patient portal required.
Meet Dr. Spang
One surgeon. Four things worth knowing.
The Surgeon
Fellowship-trained. Massachusetts-raised.
Dr. Robert C. Spang III, MD is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon with fellowship training in shoulder reconstruction and sports medicine. He grew up in Massachusetts, studied molecular and cellular biology at Harvard, and graduated near the top of his class at Columbia University's Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons, where he was inducted into Alpha Omega Alpha.
He treats the full range of shoulder, knee, and sports-related conditions, from first-time injuries to complex revision cases, and built Choice Orthopedics to bring that same level of care back to the city where he grew up.
Board Certified, American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
Harvard University & Columbia Vagelos College of P&S
Inducted, Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Society
The Training
Five years at Boston's teaching hospitals, then New York's busiest sports medicine floor.
Dr. Robert C. Spang III is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon specializing in shoulder reconstruction and sports medicine. He completed his residency through the Harvard Combined Orthopaedic Residency Program, where he served as chief resident, followed by a sports medicine and shoulder fellowship at Hospital for Special Surgery.
He has served as an assistant team physician for the New York Giants and New York Red Bulls, caring for athletes at the highest level. He treats shoulder, knee, and sports-related conditions, from common injuries to complex cases.
MGH, Brigham & Women's, Boston Children's, Beth Israel
Fellowship, Hospital for Special Surgery, New York
Assistant Team Physician, NY Giants & NY Red Bulls
The Care Model
Decisions made together, not handed down.
Every patient at Choice Orthopedics gets real time with their surgeon: enough to review imaging in detail, understand every treatment option, and choose a path forward together.
Dr. Spang treats surgery as one tool among several, favoring conservative and minimally invasive options whenever they can get you back to full strength, and stays deliberate about opioid use at every stage of recovery.
Extended visit times, not rushed appointments
Non-surgical options explored first
Deliberate, opioid-conscious pain management
The Practice
A boutique practice built for Middleton, Massachusetts’ most active patients.
Choice Orthopedics is a solo, independent practice in Middleton, MA, built for athletes, weekend warriors, and anyone who wants an orthopedic surgeon who knows their case by name.
On-site imaging and diagnostics keep most visits to a single stop, and when surgery is the right call, Dr. Spang coordinates care at Middleton’s leading outpatient and hospital surgical facilities, and stays involved through every stage of recovery.
On-site imaging & diagnostics
Based in Middleton, MA
Coordinated care at leading surgical facilities
What We Treat
If it's your shoulder, knee, or a sports injury, we've probably already seen it.
Not sure which of these fits what you're feeling? You don't have to know. Tell us what's going on and we'll help you figure it out.
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Shoulder
- Rotator Cuff Repair
- Shoulder Arthroscopy
- Shoulder Stabilization
- Anatomic & Reverse Replacement
- Shoulder Fracture Care
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Knee
- ACL Reconstruction
- Meniscus Repair
- Cartilage Restoration
- Knee Arthroscopy
- Total & Partial Replacement
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Sports Medicine
- Throwing Injuries
- Runner's Knee
- Ligament Sprains
- Achilles Injuries
- Return-to-Play Programs
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Joint Replacement & Preservation
- Robotic-Assisted Replacement
- Joint Preservation Surgery
- Outpatient Joint Replacement
- Cartilage-Sparing Techniques
- Revision Surgery
Credentials, for the record.
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Harvard University
Undergraduate · Molecular & Cellular Biology
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Columbia University
Vagelos College of Physicians & Surgeons
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Massachusetts General
Harvard Orthopaedic Residency
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Brigham & Women's
Harvard Orthopaedic Residency
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Hospital for Special Surgery
Sports Medicine & Shoulder Fellowship
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Beth Israel Deaconess
Chief Resident · Harvard Program
Professional Team Physician Experience
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New York Giants
NFL
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New York Red Bulls
MLS
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Rugby United New York
Rugby
Sideline & training-camp experience
Professional-athlete care principles applied to every patient in Middleton, MA.
About Dr. Spang
"When I operate on you, that's not the end of our relationship. It's the start of one."
Dr. Robert C. Spang III, MD
This is the standard Dr. Spang holds himself to with every patient: understand the person in front of him first, build a plan around their goals, and stay in their corner well past the last follow-up appointment.
- Board-Certified Orthopedic Surgeon
- Fellowship-Trained at Hospital for Special Surgery
- Harvard & Columbia Medical School
How It Actually Works
What happens when you tell us what's going on.
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Tell Us What's Going On
In your own words: what hurts, when it started, what you've already tried. No forms to fill out first.
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We Ask What We Need To
A few follow-up questions, insurance, urgency, imaging you already have, so nothing gets missed.
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Get a Clear Next Step
An appointment with Dr. Spang, an urgent visit within days, or a direct answer, whichever actually fits your case.
Frequently Asked Questions
Good to know before you call.
What is “What’s going on?”
It’s the fastest way to reach us. Tell us what’s happening in your own words and we’ll tell you the right next step: an appointment, an urgent visit, or a direct answer. No portals, no long intake forms.
Do you accept new patients?
Yes. Join the waitlist and we’ll be in touch within one business day to walk you through next steps and get you scheduled.
How fast can I get an appointment?
You’ll hear back from us within 24 hours of joining the waitlist. From there, we’ll find the earliest available time that works for you.
What insurance do you accept?
We’re in network with most major insurance plans. Contact us to confirm whether yours is accepted before your visit.
Do I need a referral?
No referral is required to reach out to us directly. Some insurance plans do require one for coverage purposes, so it’s worth confirming with your carrier before your visit.
Will I definitely need surgery?
We always start with the least invasive option. Surgery is only recommended when conservative care hasn’t produced results, or when the nature of the injury clearly calls for it. Dr. Spang will walk you through every option before any decision is made.
Where does Dr. Spang perform surgery?
Procedures are performed at a local accredited surgical facility. We’ll share the specific location and everything you need to know once surgery becomes part of your plan.
I already have imaging from another provider. Can I bring it?
Yes, bring whatever you have. CDs, digital files, and printed films are all accepted. Having prior imaging on hand helps Dr. Spang give you a more complete picture from the very first visit.
Where is Choice Orthopedics located?
Choice Orthopedics is at 227 South Main Street in Middleton, MA 01949. Dr. Spang sees patients from Middleton and the surrounding North Shore communities, including Danvers, Peabody, Topsfield, North Reading, and Lynnfield.
Insurance (Accepting soon)
Accepted by most major Massachusetts carriers.
Coverage can vary by plan. Please message the team to confirm your specific benefits before your visit.
Contact us
We're opening this fall. Let us know you're interested and we'll be in touch within one business day to walk you through next steps.
- Address
- 227 South Main Street
Middleton, MA 01949
United States - Phone
- Coming Soon
- Hours
- Opening Fall 2026
