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4.45 out of 5
Specialties
Back, Neck & Spine
Spine Surgery
Ryan Gentry, MD
Back & Spine Center
Dr. Ryan Gentry is a board-certified, fellowship-trained orthopaedic spine surgeon. He treats all disorders of the cervical, thoracic and lumbar spine, and has special interests in complex reconstructions, robotic surgery and minimally invasive spine surgery.
Dr. Gentry has presented research at national and international conferences in addition to having articles published in various medical journals.
He currently lives in Raleigh where he enjoys playing golf, traveling, being outdoors, and exploring new restaurants.
- Medical School: University of South Alabama College of Medicine, Mobile, AL
- Residency: Orthopaedic Surgery, University of North Carolina Hospitals
- Fellowship: Spine Surgery, University of Maryland Medical Center/R Adams Cowley Shock Trauma Center
- Undergraduate: University of Alabama, Tuscaloosa, AL
- Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Medical Society
- Resident of the Year, WakeMed Department of Orthopaedics
- Dean's Award, University of South Alabama College of Medicine
- Dr. Lewis D. Anderson Award of Excellence in Orthopaedics Surgery
- Michael L. Moore Jr. Memorial Award for the Outstanding Student in Gross Anatomy
- Charles Williams Urschel Award in Physiology
- Charles M. Baugh Award in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology
- Presidential Scholar, University of Alabama
- Distinguished Undergraduate Scholar, University of Alabama
- American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons
- North American Spine Society
- International Society for the Advancement of Spine Surgery
- AO Spine North America
- North Carolina Spine Society
The Star Ratings associated with each provider is the average of responses from the “likelihood to recommend” question on our patient experience surveys conducted by Qualtrics. The survey goes to patients seen in both the inpatient and outpatient setting; however, the surveys are different. The comments are actual comments received from patients. The number of responses received varies by provider.
September 2025 Very personable, listened, and recommended.
August 2025 Dr. Gentry is wonderful! He really takes the time to make sure you fully understand things and asks if you’d like more information. He’s also taken the time to show me my imaging and explain it to me (no other doctors have done this)! He acts patient rather than seeming like he’s in a rush as most doctors seem to be nowadays
August 2025 Because of Dr. Gentry's personality and knowledge.
August 2025 Very professional and knowledgeable. Very caring.
July 2025 Kind, caring. Explained everything well.
June 2025 Because I trust Dr Gentry and believe he is honest and that he is very knowledgeable. He takes time to listen.
June 2025 I felt comfortable the moment the door opened
June 2025 Listened to my concerns and was very helpful with my situation
June 2025 He was able to put my fears at ease and provide a manageable solution, Physical Therapy. Thank you.
May 2025 Dr. Gentry is wonderful! He really takes the time to make sure you fully understand things and asks if you’d like more information. He’s also taken the time to show me my imaging and explain it to me (no other doctors have done this)! He acts patient rather than seeming like he’s in a rush as most doctors seem to be nowadays
May 2025 Because of Dr. Gentry's personality and knowledge.
May 2025 Very professional and knowledgeable. Very caring.
April 2025 Primarily, felt heard, felt cared about & I'm hopeful re my situation
April 2025Very pleased with provider's attention.
April 2025 Good at explaining and putting things in perspective
My Locations
Orthopaedics
Orthopaedics - Apex
WakeMed Apex Healthplex 120 Healthplex Way, Suite 206 - Apex, NC 27502
Orthopaedics
Orthopaedics - Brier Creek
WakeMed Brier Creek Healthplex 8001 T.W. Alexander Drive, Suite 224 - Raleigh, NC 27617
Orthopaedics
Orthopaedics - Cary
HealthPark at Kildaire 110 Kildaire Park Drive, Suite 106 - Cary, NC 27518
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