Pioneers in Bringing Orthopaedic Surgery to Tidewater in 1920

Atlantic Orthopaedic Specialists (AOS) began in 1920 when Dr. Foy Vann brought orthopaedic surgery to the Tidewater region. His son, Dr. John A. Vann, joined the practice in Norfolk in 1947, and by the 1990s the group had grown to 15 doctors.

Atlantic Orthopaedic Specialists Today

In 2019, AOS celebrated our 100th anniversary, marking a century of excellence and innovation. Today, AOS is the largest orthopaedic group in the region, with 23 Physicians and Surgeons, 19 Physician Assistants and Nurse Practitioners, and 23 Physical Therapists. The practice serves patients at four locations in Chesapeake, Norfolk, and Virginia Beach, and offers physical therapy at all four sites. All locations also feature AOSNOW walk-in clinics for immediate orthopaedic care.

AOS is renowned for its advanced procedures and state-of-the-art equipment, some developed by our physicians. All AOS physicians are board-certified, and each specializes in one or two subspecialties: Spine and Scoliosis, Sports Medicine, Hand to Shoulder, Total Joint Replacement, Foot and Ankle, Orthopaedic Oncology, Pain Management, and Physical Therapy. Our physicians are renowned experts in their fields, bolstering our reputation as a trusted provider of orthopedic care in the region. Every day, our doctors are dedicated to patient care in our clinics, performing procedures in operating suites, treating patients in emergency rooms, delivering lectures to attending physicians, and training medical students and residents.

Commitment to Our Community

Atlantic Orthopaedic Specialists are the team physicians caring for players from the Norfolk Tides, Old Dominion University Athletics, Norfolk Public Schools, and Bryan and Stratton College. As team physicians, AOS provides care on and off the field for all of the athletes whether professional, college, or high school – regardless of the sport. AOS is dedicated to the local community and our commitment to providing top-notch orthopaedic care to athletes at all levels.

Innovation and Excellence

Our commitment to innovation is evident in our range of specialized procedures and use of the latest medical technologies. We continuously strive to enhance patient care through advancements in medical science and technology, ensuring optimal outcomes for our patients. Our physicians and surgeons are leaders in recent advances in orthopaedic care, including the addition of an extremity CT scanner, the introduction of the region’s first walk-in orthopaedic care clinic, and the establishment of a state-of-the-art pain medicine and rehabilitation suite.

Atlantic Orthopaedic Specialists remains at the forefront of orthopaedic care in Hampton Roads and surrounding areas, building on a rich history and a dedication to patient-centered care.