Sovah Health Welcomes Dr. John Velyvis

Sovah Health announced that John Velyvis, MD has joined its medical staff and is offering orthopedic services for patients in Martinsville and Henry County and the surrounding region at Sovah Orthopedics and Sports Medicine – Martinsville.

“We are excited to have Dr. Velyvis join our team of talented providers at Sovah Health,” said Spencer Thomas, Chief Executive Officer of Sovah Health - Martinsville. “His orthopedic background and training will be an asset to our community and provide access to high-quality orthopedic care, right here close to home.”

Dr. Velyvis received his Doctor of Medicine from Columbia University College (New York, NY), completed his residency at Albany Medical College (Albany, NY), completed his fellowship at Massachusetts General Hospital (Boston, MA), and earned a Bachelor of Science in Biomedical Engineering from Harvard University (Cambridge, MA). His degree in biomedical engineering has helped him implement the latest technological advances into his surgical practice, allowing patients to recover faster with less pain. As an orthopedic surgeon, Dr. Velyvis specializes in hip and knee replacements, reconstructive surgery, sports medicine, knee and hip surgery, arthritis, arthroscopic surgery, and general orthopedics.

Dr. Velyvis is accepting new patients, and appointments may be made by calling 276.638.2354. The practice is located at 1100 E Church St. in Martinsville, VA.