Raymond D. Wright Jr.

Raymond D. Wright Jr., MD is a Professor in the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery at the University of Kentucky's College of Medicine. He serves as the Trauma Fellowship Program Director and Director of Medical Education – Advanced Development, and is a key faculty member in the Orthopaedic Surgery and Sports Medicine division. He practices clinically at the Kentucky Clinic in Lexington, KY, specializing in orthopaedic trauma and surgery.

• Position: Professor, Orthopaedic Surgery
• Program Leadership: Trauma Fellowship Program Director
• Administrative Role: Medical Education – Advanced Development Director
• Clinical Location: Kentucky Clinic, 740 S. Limestone, Lexington, KY

His educational background includes a B.A. and M.D. from Case Western Reserve University, residency in Orthopaedic Surgery at the University of Kentucky, and fellowship training in Orthopaedic Traumatology at Harborview Medical Center, University of Washington, Seattle.

Dr. Wright’s clinical expertise lies in orthopaedic trauma, fracture management, and musculoskeletal injury repair. His work emphasizes patient-centered care, surgical precision, and comprehensive rehabilitation. As Trauma Fellowship Program Director, he plays a vital role in training the next generation of orthopaedic trauma specialists.

While no specific publications or research articles are listed in the provided text, his leadership in trauma education and clinical practice suggests active involvement in trauma outcomes research, surgical training innovation, and clinical orthopaedics.

Dr. Wright is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgeons (since 2010) and is recognized for exceptional patient care, as reflected in high patient satisfaction ratings (4.81/5 based on 13 reviews). No formal scientific awards are mentioned in the text.

He advises and mentors orthopaedic fellows, particularly through the accredited Trauma Fellowship program. There is no mention of external grants, but his administrative roles suggest institutional leadership in medical education and program development.

Dr. Wright is part of the clinical and academic team within the Orthopaedic Surgery and Sports Medicine department at UK HealthCare, contributing to a multidisciplinary environment that includes residency training, patient care, and fellowship education in trauma and related specialties.