Ortho Foot and Ankle Surgeon | Mississippi Sports Medicine and Orthopaedic Center | Tupelo, MS

**Orthopaedic Foot and Ankle Surgeon Opportunity – Tupelo, MS** **Mississippi Sports Medicine and Orthopaedic Center** in **Tupelo, MS** is expanding and eager to welcome skilled surgeons to join our dynamic team! **Whether you’re still in training or already an experienced physician**, this is your chance to make an impact in a community that values high\-quality healthcare and offers an unparalleled work\-life balance. **Why Join Us?** * **Turnkey Opportunity:** Step into a ready\-to\-go foot and ankle practice supported by an established Nurse Practitioner team. * **Manageable Call Schedule:** 1:5 call rotation with only referred patients—no ED or Hospital call required. * **Exciting Patient Care:** Diagnose and treat a variety of foot and ankle conditions, perform surgeries, and follow up with patients for lasting results. * **Collaborative Environment:** Work alongside multidisciplinary teams for comprehensive, patient\-focused care. **About MSMOC in Tupelo** MSMOC in Tupelo is a well\-established, physician\-led practice providing advanced, patient\-centered musculoskeletal care across the region. Formerly known as the Orthopaedic Institute of North Mississippi, the practice unified under the MSMOC brand in 2025 as part of a physician\-led initiative, aligning with fellow USOP partners Mississippi Sports Medicine in Jackson and Oxford Ortho in Oxford, MS. * **Expert Multispecialty Team**: 5 orthopaedic surgeons, 4 nurse practitioners, and 2 physician assistants working collaboratively across subspecialties. * **Regional Access**: 4 clinic locations, including a flagship site in Tupelo, providing high\-quality care close to home. * **Technology\-Enabled Practice**: Utilizes the **ModMed EMR** for efficient, integrated documentation and clinical workflows. * **Comprehensive Services**: Expertise in **sports medicine**, **joint replacement**, **hand, wrist, and elbow**, and **foot and ankle surgery**. * **Manageable Call Schedule**: 1:5 rotation covering only referred patients—**no emergency department or hospital call required**. * **ASC**: Recognized as one of the nation’s top ASCs by U.S. News \& World Report *(Top 16% of 4,300\+ facilities nationwide!)* MSMOC combines the support of a high\-functioning clinical infrastructure with the autonomy of private practice, allowing physicians to thrive professionally while maintaining work\-life balance. **Compensation and Opportunity** * Join as **Associate Physician** with **Guaranteed** base salary with performance\-based bonus incentives * **Partnership track after 2 years** with additional income opportunities * **Comprehensive benefits package,** including health, dental, vision, and retirement options * **Residency or Fellowship Stipend** available * **Sign\-on Bonus** **Qualifications:** * BC/BE in Orthopaedic Surgery with fellowship training in Foot \& Ankle Surgery. * Exceptional communication skills and a patient\-centered approach. * Eligible for or holding a valid Mississippi medical license. **What Makes Tupelo Special?** Tupelo blends small\-town charm with easy access to larger cities, historic landmarks, and the Gulf Coast. * **Rich History:** Birthplace of Elvis Presley, featuring the Elvis Presley Birthplace \& Museum. * **Convenience:** Close proximity to Memphis, Birmingham, and Jackson, plus well\-connected airports. * **Outdoor Fun:** Explore the Natchez Trace Parkway, Tupelo Buffalo Park \& Zoo, and Cadence Arena. * **Vibrant Culture:** Enjoy the Main Street District’s dining and shopping, annual Elvis Festival, and a lively music and arts scene. * **Weekend Getaways:** A few hours' drive to Gulf Coast beaches and attractions like Biloxi, Gulf Shores, and Santa Rosa Beach. ***THE USOP*** **Advantage: Orthopaedic\-Led, Business\-Backed:** **MSMOC** is a proud partner of **U.S. Orthopaedic Partners (USOP)** — an orthopaedic\-founded, led, and owned organization. USOP is uniquely structured to **empower surgeons with clinical autonomy** while providing best\-in\-class business infrastructure to support practice growth and operational excellence. * **50% Physician Ownership**: Surgeons maintain meaningful equity and influence within the organization. * **Physician Board**: Provides governance and ensures that clinical insight drives strategy, growth, and innovation across the platform with representation from each practice. * **Centralized Business Support**: + Finance \& Operations + Human Resources \& Recruitment + Compliance, IT \& Marketing + Strategic Growth \& Development * **Collaborative Physician Network**: Engage in peer\-to\-peer knowledge sharing and innovation through a nationwide cohort of leading orthopaedic groups. * Nationally Recognized **Partner Practices include** **Andrews Sports Medicine, Mississippi Sports Medicine,** and many more across the Southeastern U.S.! * Operating across **3 states**: **Alabama**, **Mississippi**, and **Louisiana** * A growing network of over **250 providers** * Supported by a dedicated team of **1,600\+ employees** across **55\+ locations**