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Dr. John Alford, MD
Orthopedic Surgery* Age 58
Dr. John Alford, MD
5.0 (1 Ratings)

Offers telehealth

Dr. John Alford, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon in Warwick, RI.
Dr. John Alford, MD
5.0 (1 Ratings)

Dr. John Alford, MD

Orthopedic Surgery* Age 58
Warwick, RI
Accepting new patients
29 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Dr. John Alford, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon in Warwick, RI.

About Dr. John Alford, MD

Dr. Alford graduated from Brown University Alpert Medical School in 1997 and completed a residency at Brown University RI Hospital. Dr. John Alford, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon in Warwick, RI and has 29 years experience. Dr. Alford currently practices at Orthopedics Rhode Island Inc and is affiliated with The Miriam Hospital and Kent County Memorial Hospital. Dr. Alford has experience treating conditions like Adhesive Capsulitis Shoulder, Shoulder Dislocation, Knee Ligament Tears, Shoulder Impingement Syndrome, Meniscus Tear, Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS), Joint Pain, Internal Derangement of Knee, Rotator Cuff Tendinosis, Glenoid Labrum Tear, Baker’s Cyst, Shoulder Tendinitis and Tenosynovitis, Rotator Cuff Tear, Bursitis and Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) Tear among other conditions at varying frequencies. Dr. Alford's office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. Alford also speaks Spanish. Dr. Alford is board certified in Orthopedic Surgery and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Adhesive Capsulitis Shoulder
Rotator Cuff Surgery
Shoulder Dislocation
Adhesive Capsulitis Shoulder
Rotator Cuff Surgery
Shoulder Dislocation
Knee Ligament Tears
Shoulder Impingement Syndrome
Meniscus Tear
Shoulder Arthroscopy
Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS)
Joint Pain
Internal Derangement of Knee
Rotator Cuff Tendinosis
Glenoid Labrum Tear
Peripheral Nerve Block
Somatic Nerve Block
Baker’s Cyst
Shoulder Tendinitis and Tenosynovitis
Rotator Cuff Tear
Bursitis
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Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) Tear
Lateral Epicondylitis
Osteoarthritis of Shoulder
Medial Collateral Ligament (MCL) Sprain
Meniscectomy
Knee Arthroscopy
Shoulder Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Shoulder Bursitis
Shoulder Fracture Treatment
Clavicle Fracture
Knee Sprain
Shoulder Fracture
Patellar Dislocation
Herniated Disc
Chronic Neck Pain
Cervical Radiculopathy
Intervertebral Disc Disease
Nerve Root Injury and Plexus Disorders (incl. Pinched Nerve)
Osteoarthritis
Degenerative Disc Disease
ACL Surgery
Radiculopathy
Elbow Sprain
AC Joint Injury
Osteoarthritis of Knee
Miner's Knee
Limb Pain
Bursitis of Hip
Arthrocentesis
Hip Tendinitis
Broken Arm
Sciatica
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Humerus Fracture
Wrist Sprain or Strain
Lateral Collateral Ligament (LCL) Sprain
Medial Epicondylitis
Lumbar Radiculopathy
Low Back Pain
Tenosynovitis
Elbow Tenotomy
Knee and Leg Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Knee Dislocation
Patellar Disorders
Achilles Tendinitis
Ankle Fracture
Ankle Sprain and Achilles Tendon Sprain or Rupture
Ankle Sprains and Strains
Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) or Posterior Cruciate Ligament (PCL) Tear
Arthritis of the Elbow
Avascular Necrosis
Back Pain
Biceps Tendon Rupture
Bone Cancer
Brachial Plexus Palsy
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Cervical Spine Myelopathy
Chondromalacia
Coccygeal Pain
Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS)
Complications of Joint Prosthesis
De Quervain's Disease
Difficulty With Walking
Dupuytrens Contracture
Elbow Bursitis
Enthesopathy of Hip (incl. Trochanteric Bursitis)
Enthesopathy of Knee (incl. Bursitis of Knee)
Femoral Stress Fracture
Femur Fracture
Fibular Fracture
Foot Fracture
Foot Sprain
Fracture of Hand and Fingers
Gait Abnormality
Ganglion Cyst
Gout
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Hammer Toe
Hand Fracture
Hip Fracture
Hip Osteophyte
Hip Pointer
Hip Sprain
Iliotibial Band Syndrome
Knee Fracture
Knee Tendinitis
Lateral and Medial Epicondylitis (Tennis and Golf Elbow)
Leg Fracture Above Knee (incl. Hip)
Leg Fracture Below Knee (incl. Ankle)
Lumbar Compression Fracture
Lumbar Spinal Stenosis
Lumbar Spine Fracture
Lumbosacral Stenosis
Myelopathy
Neck Strain (incl. Whiplash Injury)
Nerve Sheath Tumors
Non-Unions and Malunions of Fractures
Osteoarthritis of Elbow
Osteoarthritis of Foot
Osteoarthritis of Hand
Osteoarthritis of Hand or Wrist
Osteoarthritis of Hip
Osteoarthritis of Hip and Thigh
Osteoarthritis of Spine
Osteochondritis Dissecans
Osteomyelitis Non-Chronic
Osteopenia
Osteosarcoma
Patellar Chondromalacia
Patellar Fracture
Patellar Tendonitis
Pelvic Fracture
Plantar Fasciitis
Posterior Tibial Tendonitis
Pyogenic Arthritis
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Rib Fracture
Sacrum Disorders
Scapular Fracture
Scoliosis
Shoulder Osteophyte
Spinal Stenosis
Spine Fractures, Traumatic
Spondylolisthesis
Sprains and Strains (incl. Muscle Tear)
Systemic Chondromalacia
Tibia and Fibula Fractures
Tibia or Fibula Stress Fracture
Tibial Fracture
Trigger Finger
Wrist Fracture
All Shoulder or Elbow Replacement Procedures
Biceps Tendon Repair
Closed Hip Fracture Treatment
Dressing and Debridement of Wound or Infection
Elbow Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Elbow Repair
Excision of Humerus
Excision of Scapula, Clavicle, Rib, or Sternum
Foot and Ankle Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Foot and Ankle Fracture Treatment, Closed
Hand and Wrist Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Hand and Wrist Fracture Treatment, Closed
Hand and Wrist Fracture Treatment, Open
Hip Dislocation
Hip Replacement
Joint Drainage
Knee and Lower Leg Fracture Treatment, Closed
Knee and Lower Leg Fracture Treatment, Open
Lateral Retinaculum Patella Release
Meniscus Surgery
Musculoskeletal Function Test
Myofascial Trigger Point Injection
Open Hip Fracture Treatment
Partial Hip Replacement
Partial Shoulder Replacement
Patellar and Quadriceps Tendon Repairs
Patellar Tendon Repair
Quadriceps Tendon Repair
Resection or Ablation of Bone Tumor, Partial or Complete Resection of Bone, Debridement of Bone
Separated Femoral Epiphysis Treatment
Shoulder Dislocation Treatment
Spine Fracture Treatment
Steroid Injection
Total Shoulder Replacement
Viscosupplementation With Hyaluronate

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Where Dr. John Alford, MD Sees Patients

  1. 1 Orthopedics Rhode Island Inc
    120 Centerville Rd, Warwick, RI 02886
    Monday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Tuesday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Wednesday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Thursday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Friday
    07:00 - 12:00
    Saturday
    14:00 - 19:00
  2. 2 Crossings Surgery Center
    300 Crossings Blvd, Warwick, RI 02886
    Monday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Tuesday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Wednesday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Thursday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Friday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Saturday
    Closed
    Sunday
    Closed
  3. 3 Orthopedics Rhode Island Inc
    70 Kenyon Ave Ste 100, Wakefield, RI 02879
    Tuesday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Thursday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Saturday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Sunday
    08:00 - 17:00

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Jan 22, 2026
Dr. Alford and his PA Kim are fantastic, understanding and compassionate.
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Meet Dr. John Alford, MD

Languages Spoken
Spanish
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Specialties*
Orthopedic Surgery
Orthopedic Shoulder & Elbow Surgery
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Dr. Alford frequently treats the following conditions: Adhesive Capsulitis Shoulder, Shoulder Dislocation, Knee Ligament Tears, Shoulder Impingement Syndrome, Meniscus Tear, Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS), Joint Pain, Internal Derangement of Knee, Rotator Cuff Tendinosis, Glenoid Labrum Tear, Baker’s Cyst, Shoulder Tendinitis and Tenosynovitis, Rotator Cuff Tear, Bursitis and Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) Tear. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. John Alford, MD is affiliated with The Miriam Hospital and Kent County Memorial Hospital.

Yes, Dr. John Alford, MD holds board certification in Orthopedic Surgery.

Training & Medical Education
Medical Education
  • Brown University Alpert Medical School
    1997
Medical Education
Board Certifications
  • Orthopedic Surgery
Board Certifications
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A board certification represents a provider’s dedication to ongoing training in one or more specialties, including the completion of intensive exams. While not all specialties have board certifications, if your provider does have one they’ve taken the extra step to master their specialty and to keep up with the latest advancements in their field.
Residency Hospital
  • Brown University RI Hospital
    2002
Residency Hospital
Fellowship Hospital
  • Brown University School of Medicine - Orthopedic Trauma Fellowship
    2003
Fellowship Hospital

Hospitals Where Dr. John Alford, MD Practices

  • The Miriam Hospital

    164 Summit Ave, Providence, RI

  • Kent County Memorial Hospital

    455 Toll Gate Rd, Warwick, RI

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