About / Overview
Dr. Victoria Cox is a general surgeon specializing in robotic-assisted surgery, thyroid and endocrine surgery, and comprehensive breast care. She joins Erlanger Surgical Services practice at Western Carolina Hospital after completing her General Surgery Residency at Ochsner Clinic in New Orleans, where she received extensive training in minimally invasive and complex surgical procedures.
Dr. Cox earned her Doctor of Medicine from the University of Kansas School of Medicine and graduated magna cum laude from Kansas State University with a Bachelor of Science in Microbiology. Throughout her education and surgical training, she has been recognized for academic excellence, leadership, and research achievement. The recipient of numerous scholarships and awards, Dr. Cox was selected as a Clendening Research Fellow. Her research was presented at regional and national medical conferences, reflecting her commitment to patient-centered care and effective communication.
As Erlanger expands access to advanced surgical services in the Western Carolina/Murphy location, Dr. Cox will help introduce robotic-assisted surgery to the region. This advanced technology can allow for greater precision and may offer patients shorter recovery times and less postoperative discomfort. A member of the American College of Surgeons and the Association of Women Surgeons, she is dedicated to providing compassionate, evidence-based care and ensuring patients feel informed, supported, and confident throughout their surgical journey.
Outside of the operating room, Dr. Cox enjoys gardening, archery, knitting, embroidery, baking, reading, and painting. She and her husband look forward to putting down roots in the region and establishing a homestead while becoming active members of the Western North Carolina and North Georgia communities.
Education
Medical School
University of Kansas School of Medicine
Residency
OCHSNER Clinic
Fellowship
Clendening Fellowship, University of Kansas School of Medicine
Locations
Erlanger Surgical Services 
125 Medical Park Lane, Suite I, Murphy, NC 28906
