Robert Edward Furey, S.A.

Meet Surgical Assistant, Robert Edward Furey

Robert Edward Furey, S.A. is a Surgical Assistant with more than 20 years of experience specializing in plastic surgery and hand surgery. As a teenager, Robert began caring for people as a volunteer firefighter, Emergency Medical Technician, and later a Paramedic in his hometown in Massachusetts. At age 19, Robert joined the United States Army where he attended Combat Medical School as an Orthopedic Specialist. Training in San Antonio, Texas and Presidio, California, Robert furthered his studies by taking advanced courses in radiology, Surgical Technician, and LPN through military courses.

Robert attended leadership academies, airborne training, and other advanced medical courses. He spent one year in Central America during the mid-80s providing medical care to those in need. During his military career of 10 years, Robert has always distinguished himself by exceeding the standards in his profession. Robert achieved the Highest Score in the Country on the certification examination for Orthopedic Technicians.

Immediately prior to moving to Denver, Robert was stationed a William Beaumont Medical Center, where he continued his medical career in orthopedics and trauma. He also took a subspeciality course in hand surgery and is an expert in fracture care, including techniques of splinting, casting, traction, and reductions.

Robert has been married for 20 years and leads an active life by maintaining a high level of fitness.