Dr. Marion M. Herring, MD
Sports Medicine Specialist | Sports Medicine
7858 Shrader Rd Henrico VA, 23294About
Dr. Marion Herring is a Sports Medicine Family Practitioner in Henrico, VA. As a Sports Medicine Family Practitioner, Dr. Herring is trained to assess, diagnose, prevent, and treat sports injuries in patients of all ages, and refer those patients to further services if needed. Sports Medicine Family Practitioners must complete specialized training in order to help each patient maximize function and improve quality of life.
Education and Training
UNC Medical School MD 1993
Washington and Lee University Bachelor's Degree 0
Board Certification
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
Orthopaedic Sports Medicine (Orthopaedic Surgery)
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Dr. Marion M. Herring, MD's Expert Contributions
What exercises should I avoid 1 month after shoulder dislocation?
The position you want to avoid is with your elbow out to the side to 90° and your arm directly overhead like your signaling A touchdown. After a dislocation, I encourage my patience to really work on posture and shoulder blade or scapular strengthening exercises. This includes seated rows, lat pulldowns and shoulder shrugs all working on important posture. I encourage them to work on their rotator cuff by pulling the band in To their belly and pulling the band out with their elbow direct at their side. I tell them to avoid overhead press and To avoid wide dumbbell flies and bench press with a wide grip. READ MORE
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Areas of expertise and specialization
Faculty Titles & Positions
- Chief of Shoulder Surgery Parham Doctors’ Hospital -
- Team Physician Endorphin Fitness and Central Virginia Endurance -
Awards
- Top Doctor Award Year Richmond Magazine
Treatments
- Torn Meniscus
- Arthritis
- Osteoarthritis
- Frozen Shoulder
- Rotator Cuff Syndrome
- Pain
- Stress Fracture
Professional Memberships
- American Shoulder and Elbow Surgeons
- American Orthopaedic Society for Sports Medicine
- American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons
- American Shoulder and Elbow Society
- American Orthopaedic Society for Sports Medicine and the Medical Society of Virginia
Fellowships
- Duke University sports medicine and shoulder
Internships
- Medical College of Virginia
Fellowships
- Duke University; Sports Medicine and Shoulder
Professional Society Memberships
- American Shoulder and Elbow Society American Orthopedics Society of Sports Medicine
What do you attribute your success to?
- My father, William A. Herring was my role model
Hobbies / Sports
- Triathlon, Trail Running
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An Athlete Serving Athletes: Recognized for Excellence in Orthopedic Surgery and Sports Medicine
Richmond, Virginia – Dr. Marion “Moose” Herring, a distinguished orthopedic surgeon with OrthoVirginia at the Shrader Road office, has been honored with the prestigious Top Doctor Award by Richmond Magazine for his exceptional contributions to the field of orthopedic surgery.
Dual board certified and fellowship-trained, Dr. Herring specializes in a wide range of orthopedic procedures, with a particular focus on shoulder replacement, arthroscopic rotator cuff repair, ACL reconstruction, and meniscal repair. With a passion for advancing surgical techniques, he has dedicated his career to staying at the forefront of orthopedic innovation.
Dr. Herring’s expertise extends to specialized procedures such as reverse total shoulder replacement, anatomic total shoulder replacement, and stemless shoulder replacement. He not only performs these intricate surgeries with precision but also imparts his knowledge by educating fellow surgeons on these advanced techniques and implants.
Dr. Herring’s journey to becoming a leading orthopedic surgeon began at Washington and Lee University, where he earned his Bachelor’s Degree, followed by his Medical Degree from the University of North Carolina School of Medicine. He further honed his skills through an internship in general surgery and residency in orthopedic surgery at the Medical College of Virginia, before completing a prestigious sports medicine and shoulder fellowship at Duke University under the mentorship of world-renowned surgeons.
Beyond his clinical practice, Dr. Herring holds the esteemed position of Chief of Shoulder Surgery at Parham Doctors’ Hospital, serves as a team physician at Endorphin Fitness and Central Virginia Endurance, and is a consulting team physician at Zap Fitness.
His expertise has also been recognized by his induction into the American Shoulder and Elbow Society, a distinction held by only a select group of physicians worldwide. Dr. Herring is an active member of the American Orthopaedic Society for Sports Medicine and the Medical Society of Virginia, further solidifying his commitment to excellence in patient care and professional development.
Dr. Herring’s dedication to his craft extends beyond the operating room, as he continues to excel in running and triathlon events. A seasoned athlete, he has competed in prestigious races such as The Ironman World Championships and the Boston Marathon, earning All-American status in Triathlon multiple times.
Dr. Marion M. Herring’s passion for sports and orthopedic surgery converge seamlessly, making him a respected figure in the medical and athletic communities alike.
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