Dr. Gregory Robert Sprowls, MD is a sports medicine doctor in Temple, TX specializing in sports medicine and orthopedics/orthopedic surgery. He graduated from Texas A & M Health Science Center College of Medicine in 2017 and has 8 years of experience. Dr. Gregory Robert Sprowls, MD is affiliated with Baylor College of Medicine, Scott & White Clinic, Baylor Scott & White Health, Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Temple and IR REHAB, P.C..
2401 S. 31ST STREET
Temple, TX 76508
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.
Dr. Gregory Robert Sprowls, MD graduated from Texas A & M Health Science Center College of Medicine in 2017. He completed residency at Texas A & M Health Science Center and Affiliated Hospitals. He has a state license in South Carolina.
Medical School: Texas A & M Health Science Center College of Medicine (2017)
Residency: Texas A & M Health Science Center and Affiliated Hospitals (2022)
Licensed In: South Carolina
Dr. Gregory Robert Sprowls, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:
Dr. Gregory Robert Sprowls, MD appears to accept the following insurance providers: BlueCross BlueShield ParPlan, Superior Health Plan, Humana PPO, Aetna Medicare PPO, Humana ChoiceCare Network, CIGNA Open Access Plus In Network, CIGNA Choice Fund, CIGNA Open Access Plus, Aetna Open Access Managed Choice, Aetna Open Access Elect Choice, WellCare, Aetna Choice POS II, Medicare Advantage, TriWest, CIGNA Open Access, United Healthcare Select Plus, United Healthcare Select, Humana HMO, Aetna, United Healthcare Choice Plus, Blue Choice, United Healthcare Choice, TRICARE Prime, Guardian, TRICARE Extra, Aetna QPOS, United Healthcare Navigate, United Healthcare, Aetna Open Choice PPO, Aetna Managed Choice, Medicaid, Humana, Cigna, TRICARE, Blue California, Aetna Select, United Healthcare Navigate Plus, Aetna HMO, Catalyst Health Group-Catalyst Health - Baylor Scott & White Preferred, Baylor Scott & White Health Plan-HMO Network-Group, Baylor Scott & White Health Plan-BSW Preferred HMO Network - Group, Baylor Scott & White Health Plan-BSW Plus HMO-Individual/Family, Baylor Scott & White Health Plan-Hendrick Health Employee Plan, Baylor Scott & White Health Plan-BSW Plus PPO-Individual/Family, Baylor Scott & White Health Plan-2023 BSW Employee Network (SEQA & EQA), Centivo Network-Centivo Network - Baylor Scott & White Preferred, Baylor Scott & White Health Plan-PPO Network-Group, FirstCare Health Plans-FirstCare Select Plus HMO Network, Baylor Scott & White Health Plan-BSW Extended PPO, Baylor Scott & White Health Plan-McLane Group Network, Baylor Scott & White Health Plan-BSW Plus PPO-Group, Baylor Scott & White Health Plan-BSWH Employee Network Premium (PPO)/ HDHP, Baylor Scott & White Health Plan-BSW Premier HMO-Group, Baylor Scott & White Health Plan-BSW SeniorCare Advantage HMO, Baylor Scott & White Health Plan-BSWH Employee Network (SEQA & EQA), Baylor Scott & White Health Plan-BSW Access PPO, Baylor Scott & White Health Plan-BSW SeniorCare Advantage PPO, Baylor Scott & White Health Plan-Pyco Industries Employee Plan, Baylor Scott & White Health Plan-BSW Plus HMO-Group, Baylor Scott & White Health Plan-BSW Premier PPO, FirstCare Health Plans-CHIP, Baylor Scott & White Health Plan-Covenant Preferred HMO, Baylor Scott & White Health Plan-BSW Preferred HMO - Individual Marketplace, Baylor Scott & White Health Plan-EPO Network-Individual/Family, Baylor Scott & White Health Plan-2023 BSW Employee Network (PPO & HSA), Baylor Scott & White Health Plan-BSW Preferred PPO Network, Baylor Scott & White Health Plan-BSW Premier HMO-Individual/Family and Baylor Scott & White Health Plan-HMO Network-Individual/Family.
According to our sources, Dr. Gregory Robert Sprowls, MD accepts the following insurance providers:
Dr. Gregory Robert Sprowls, MD has an exceptional overall rating with an average of 4.91 out of 5 stars based on 77 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. Gregory Robert Sprowls, MD from all over the web to help you find the right in Temple, TX.
These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Gregory Robert Sprowls, MD. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.
Arthrex, Inc. |
$41,146
$41,146 |
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Peerless Surgical Inc. |
$6,105
$6,105 |
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Pylant Medical |
$5,061
$5,061 |
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Smith+Nephew, Inc. |
$4,444
ULTRABUTTON $149 |
TRIGEN InterTAN $45 |
$4,250 |
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Stryker Corporation |
$2,456
Gamma $1,769 |
BLUEPRINT PATIENT SPECIFIC INSTRUMENTATION $337 |
AEQUALIS PERFORM REVERSED $185 |
Mako $109 |
T2 $20 |
Other $34 |
Other |
$5,552
Equinoxe $1,317 |
DJO SURGICAL $1,206 |
TACTOSET $307 |
TFN ADVANCED $266 |
Irrisept $146 |
Other $2,311 |
Grant | $40,000 |
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Education | $16,438 |
Food and Beverage | $5,550 |
Travel and Lodging | $2,777 |
Dr. Gregory Sprowls' specialties are orthopedics/orthopedic surgery and sports medicine. He practices in Temple, TX. After attending Texas A & M Health Science Center College of Medicine for medical school, he completed his residency training at a hospital affiliated with Texas A & M Health Science Center. In his practice, Dr. Sprowls focuses on shoulder surgery, replacement arthroplasty (joint replacement), and knee surgery. His average patient rating is 5.0 stars (out of 5). He seems to be an in-network provider for United Healthcare Navigate, Blue California, and Humana ChoiceCare Network, as well as other insurance carriers. He is affiliated with Scott & White Clinic and Baylor College of Medicine. Baylor Scott & White Health reports that Dr. Sprowls is accepting new patients at his office in Temple, TX.