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Dr. Clay Bryson Greeson, MD

(42 Ratings)

Specializes in: Orthopedics/Orthopedic Surgery

University of Kansas School of Medicine (2007)

Professional interests include: knee pain, general orthopedics, ankle arthroscopy, and more.

3450 11th Court
Vero Beach, FL 32960

1-877-463-2010

Dr. Clay Bryson Greeson, MD is an orthopedist in Vero Beach, FL specializing in orthopedics/orthopedic surgery. He graduated from University of Kansas School of Medicine in 2007 and has 18 years of experience. Dr. Clay Bryson Greeson, MD is affiliated with Cleveland Clinic, Indian River Hospital Rosner Family Health and Wel and INDIAN RIVER HEALTH SERVICES INC.

Office Locations

Address:

3450 11th Court
Vero Beach, FL 32960

Some issues Dr. Clay Bryson Greeson, MD can help you with:

Musculoskeletal Problems

The musculoskeletal system refers collectively to the bones, joints, ligaments, muscles, and nerves. It is what gives the body structure and movement. Because this system encompasses so much of the body, musculoskeletal problems are extremely varied and can happen almost anywhere. There are musculoskeletal problems that affect only the joints, those that affect the bones, those that affect tendons and ligaments, and those that can happen in any area of the body but cause pain and numbness.

Joint problems include bursitis and arthritis. Bursitis is the inflammation of a fluid-filled sac cushion on the outside of a joint, causing symptoms including pain and swelling. Arthritis is the inflammation and damage of a joint due to wear and tear or disease. There are several treatments for arthritis, but if the damage progresses far enough, joint replacement may be necessary. In joint replacement, a metal or plastic implant is surgically placed within the joint to make movement easier.

Bone problems include scoliosis, fractures, and osteoporosis. Scoliosis is a curvature of the spine, making the normally straight spine look like a 'C' or 'S.' It is treated with braces or surgery. Osteoporosis is a disease that causes bones to weaken and break easily. It's most common in women, especially older women. Fully half of all women over 65 have osteoporosis. Fractures are any break in the bone. They can be a simple crack or a severe and complicated shatter. Osteoporosis causes fractures in people who have it, but other causes are trauma (such as a fall) or overuse.

Tendon and ligament problems most often result from injury or overuse. Two good examples are ligament tears and tendonitis. The most common ligament tear is the ACL tear in the knee. This ligament supports and stabilizes the knee and is most often torn during sports activities. Tendonitis happens when a tendon, which connects muscles and bones together, becomes irritated and inflamed. This happens most often in older patients who push their bodies too far, leading to pain and swelling. Treatment for both tendon and ligament problems usually includes rest, ice, and supporting the area to let it heal.

Pain and numbness problems can be caused by overuse, disease, an injury, or a compressed nerve. Lower back pain and carpal tunnel syndrome are two of the most common conditions patients encounter. Lower back pain may be caused by sore muscles that have been overworked, or an injury to the disks separating the vertebrae in the spine. Lower back pain usually goes away on its own within a few days, but it may require medical treatment depending on the cause. Carpal tunnel syndrome occurs when the nerve at the base of the palm becomes trapped or pinched. Symptoms include tingling, pain, numbness, or weakness in the hand. Treatment involves rest and sometimes steroid injections.

Because the musculoskeletal system involves so much of the body, problems here can be incredibly varied in their type and severity. Some musculoskeletal problems will go away on their own or only require rest, while others may require medication, physical therapy, or even surgery.

Replacement Arthroplasty (Joint Replacement)

Joint replacement, sometimes also called arthroplasty, is an option when a joint becomes severely damaged by disease or injury. The damaged cartilage of the joint is surgically removed, the ends of the bones in the joint are resurfaced, and a prosthetic is installed. Most prosthetic joints are made of a metal piece that fits into a plastic sleeve so that they glide smoothly. A joint replacement increases stability in the damaged area and decreases pain. The hip and knee are the two joints most commonly replaced, but joint replacement can also be performed on the ankle, shoulder, elbow and even fingers.

Although joint replacement is one of the safest and most reliable medical procedures available, it is still a major surgical procedure. All surgical procedures carry risks, such as infection or blood clots. For this reason, doctors try to help their patients avoid surgery for as long as they can. Taking arthritis medications, losing weight, avoiding high impact sports such as running, taking supplements such as glucosamine or chondroitin, or having joint injections may allow a patient to enjoy life without the need for surgery.

After having joint replacement surgery, patients can expect some pain the first few days as they recover. Physical therapy is an important part of recovery, and it can decrease complications and increase future mobility. As soon as possible, returning to low impact sports such as swimming, walking or biking can stretch and heal the new joint. A prosthetic joint can last 15 - 20 years and cannot be further damaged by degenerative diseases such as arthritis, so once it is done patients should be pain-free for many years.

Shoulder Arthritis

Shoulder arthritis is a very common condition that causes pain, stiffness, or a grinding sensation in the shoulder. Some patients may hear a clicking or popping noise, and all symptoms are more noticeable when moving. Arthritis occurs when the cartilage that cushions joints becomes damaged.

Normally, when two bones come together inside a joint, they are separated by a layer of tough, smooth cartilage. The cartilage allows the bones to glide across each other, which makes movement easier. Cartilage can be damaged by an injury, by an illness such as rheumatoid arthritis, or by simple wear and tear (osteoarthritis). In the shoulder, the two joints most commonly affected are the AC joint (where the shoulder blade and collarbone connect at the outside edge of the shoulder), and the glenohumeral joint (where the arm bone meets the shoulder blade).

Treatment for shoulder arthritis may include:

Ice and rest
Exercise and physical therapy
Over-the-counter pain medications
Corticosteroid injections
Surgery

Surgical treatments include the removal of inflamed tissue and joint reconstruction. The type of arthritis and severity of the damage will determine which treatment is most appropriate.

doctor visit	45

**Gender**
Male	40
Female	58

**Age**
From 65 to 74	50
From 75 to 84	24
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Hypertension	65
High Cholesterol	41
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	0
Depression	24
Chronic Kidney Disease	0
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	27
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

aspiration	17
doctor visit	141
injections	17

**Gender**
Male	44
Female	60

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	92
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	52
From 75 to 84	32
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Hypertension	61
High Cholesterol	55
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	33
Depression	24
Chronic Kidney Disease	25
Asthma	12
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	11
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	13
Diabetes	30
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

aspiration	22
doctor visit	112
injections	22

**Gender**
Male	39
Female	62

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	88
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	53
From 75 to 84	26
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Hypertension	68
High Cholesterol	52
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	37
Depression	22
Chronic Kidney Disease	26
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	14
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	16
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	11
Diabetes	24
Dementia	0
Cancer	12

aspiration	54
doctor visit	317
injections	54

**Gender**
Male	91
Female	135

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	196
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	111
From 75 to 84	56
85 and over	27
Less than 65	32

Hypertension	69
High Cholesterol	58
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	35
Depression	31
Chronic Kidney Disease	29
Asthma	5
Osteoperosis	7
Atrial Fibrilation	12
Heart Failure	19
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	15
Diabetes	29
Dementia	11
Cancer	8

aspiration	38
decompression surgery	12
doctor visit	317
injections	38
joint surgery	24
minimally invasive procedures	25
upper extremity surgery	25

**Gender**
Male	114
Female	127

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	193
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	114
From 75 to 84	75
85 and over	16
Less than 65	36

Hypertension	72
High Cholesterol	57
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	33
Depression	28
Chronic Kidney Disease	28
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	6
Atrial Fibrilation	7
Heart Failure	16
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	14
Diabetes	34
Dementia	12
Cancer	12

aspiration	95
doctor visit	395
injections	95

**Gender**
Male	121
Female	154

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	263
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	125
From 75 to 84	96
85 and over	42
Less than 65	12

Hypertension	66
High Cholesterol	75
Stroke	5
Ischemic Heart Disease	36
Depression	27
Chronic Kidney Disease	29
Asthma	5
Osteoperosis	13
Atrial Fibrilation	17
Heart Failure	15
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	11
Diabetes	21
Dementia	11
Cancer	12

aspiration	272
computer assisted surgery (CAS)	15
doctor visit	928
injections	272
joint surgery	29
lower extremity surgery	31
reconstructive surgery	31

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2015 - 2021

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Clay Bryson Greeson, MD for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Clay Bryson Greeson, MD treated as an orthopedist in Vero Beach, FL were aspiration, injections, reconstructive surgery and lower extremity surgery.

aspiration	83
computer assisted surgery (CAS)	15
decompression surgery	12
doctor visit	323
injections	83
joint surgery	28
lower extremity surgery	31
minimally invasive procedures	25
reconstructive surgery	31
upper extremity surgery	25

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2015 - 2021

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Clay Bryson Greeson, MD.

**Gender**
Female	59
Male	44

**Ethnicity**
Black / African American	0
Asian / Pacific Islander	0
Non-Hispanic White	83
Native American / Alaskan Native	0
Hispanic	0
Other	0

**Age**
85 and over	8
75 to 84	30
Less than 65	8
65 to 74	50

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Clay Bryson Greeson, MD From 2015 - 2021

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Clay Bryson Greeson, MD treated were hypertension, high cholesterol, diabetes and ischemic heart disease.

Hypertension	40
High Cholesterol	33
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	17
Depression	15
Chronic Kidney Disease	13
Asthma	2
Osteoporosis	4
Heart Failure	7
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	6
Diabetes	16
Atrial Fibrillation	3
Cancer	4
Dementia	3

Education & Training

Dr. Clay Bryson Greeson, MD graduated from University of Kansas School of Medicine in 2007. He completed residency at Cleveland Clinic. He is certified by the Orthopaedic Surgery and has a state license in Florida.

Medical School: University of Kansas School of Medicine (2007)

Residency: Cleveland Clinic (2014)

Board Certification: Orthopaedic Surgery

Licensed In: Florida

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. Clay Bryson Greeson, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

Cleveland Clinic

Indian River Hospital Rosner Family Health and Wel

INDIAN RIVER HEALTH SERVICES INC

Ratings & Reviews

Dr. Clay Bryson Greeson, MD has an exceptional overall rating with an average of 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 42 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. Clay Bryson Greeson, MD from all over the web to help you find the right in Vero Beach, FL.

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General Payments

These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Clay Bryson Greeson, MD. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.

**Payments by Company**
Smith & Nephew, Inc.	$18,864 SUTUREFIX $1,611	Trauma Plates, Screws, and Nails $142	Hip Positioning System $64	Other Trauma $48	Active Heel Traction Boot $30	Other $16,969
Arthrex, Inc.	$3,851 $3,851
SOUTHERN EDGE ORTHOPAEDICS, INC.	$3,466 $3,466
MEDACTA USA	$2,025 AMIStem $2,011	GMK Sphere $15
Titan Surgical Group, LLC	$1,498 $1,498
Other	$2,669 Oxford-Knees $1,035	Mako $762	TRIATHLON $425	DJO SURGICAL $226	ATTUNE $42	Other $179

**Types of Payments**
Education	$24,239
Travel and Lodging	$5,805
Food and Beverage	$2,330

Biography

Dr. Clay Greeson is a specialist in orthopedics/orthopedic surgery. He works in Vero Beach, FL. Dr. Greeson is rated 5.0 stars (out of 5) by his patients. These areas are among his clinical interests: meniscus repair, knee arthritis, and patellar instability (unstable kneecap). He is affiliated with Cleveland Clinic. Before performing his residency at Cleveland Clinic, Dr. Greeson attended the University of Kansas School of Medicine.

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