Best Orthopedic Doctor for Back Pain in Woodstock Ga

Your safety is our priority.

Because the health and safety of our patients, visitors and staff are our priority, we are:

• Offering virtual visits and curbside check-in and encouraging online submission of registration forms.
• Screening all patients and visitors for illness, including a temperature check.
• Not allowing sick visitors into our facilities.
• Allowing two caregivers with each patient. No other family or visitors are allowed.
• Requiring everyone to wear a mask at all times during visits.
• Adjusting clinic schedules and the number of patients we see to limit your interactions with other patients.
• Practicing social distancing by staying 6 feet away from other patients and visitors.
• Enhancing cleaning measures.

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National Leaders

Georgia's only nationally ranked Orthopedic Program for kids and teens

We are among the best orthopedic programs for kids and teens in the nation based on factors like overall outcomes, number of patients treated, fewer complications, best practices and more.

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Simply put, pediatric orthopedic specialists know children's bodies. Kids aren't just small adults. Their growing bones and different developmental stages pose different challenges. Pediatric specialists know what to look for, can anticipate problems and can work toward the best outcome with a system of care designed for your child or teen. They know how to deal with kids, teens and their families, and that's one of the top reasons why children and teens with orthopedics injuries or illnesses shouldn't be treated in an adult hospital. In fact, our team of pediatric specialists treats more broken bones for kids and teens than any other hospital in Georgia.* The pediatric orthopedic specialists at Children's Healthcare of Atlanta also help educate parents on ways to help keep kids' bones healthy.

Top-ranked care is important

The Orthopedics Program at Children's is the only nationally ranked program of its kind for kids and teens in Georgia and the top program in the Southeast.** Rest assured, when you bring your child to the pediatric orthopedic specialists at Children's, she will be cared for by one of the country's leading pediatric orthopedic teams.

Virtual Visits

Specialized orthopedic care for kids and teens from anywhere

Our team is now offering virtual visits to make appointments easier. Talk to our schedulers about whether a virtual visit is right for your child.

As one of the leading pediatric orthopedic programs in the country, we specialize in medical and surgical treatment of conditions and injuries of the musculoskeletal system—the bones, joints, muscles, tendons, ligaments and nerves. Specific conditions we treat include:

Virtual visits

We know that your child's doctor visits are important, and we are making them even easier for families. We now offer virtual visits so that patients can see their providers without leaving home. Every visit is unique, and some visits need to happen in person—your child's doctor will help decide if your child can be seen virtually. Talk to our schedulers about setting up a virtual visit for your child.

Schedule your appointment online

We are also now offering online appointment scheduling to make booking your child's appointment even easier. Visit our online appointment scheduler, and choose the provider, location and day that work best for your family.

Second opinions

We understand that when it comes to your child needing orthopedic treatment or surgery, a second opinion can help ease concerns and help you make an informed decision. We welcome all second opinions.

Meet our team

As one of the largest pediatric orthopedic practices in the Southeast, our team includes 14 surgeons, two orthopedists and six primary care physicians. Where you take your child matters because the treatment they get today will impact their entire future.

Orthopedic surgeons

• Jed Axelrod, MD
• Robert W. Bruce Jr., MD
• Michael T. Busch, MD
• Dennis P. Devito, MD
• Anthony "Ace" Egger, MD
• Jorge A. Fabregas, MD
• Jill C. Flanagan, MD
• Nicholas D. Fletcher, MD
• Dell McLaughlin, MD
• Joshua Murphy, MD
• Dana Olszewski, MD, MPH
• Crystal Perkins, MD
• Michael L. Schmitz, MD
• Tim Schrader, MD
• S. Clifton Willimon, MD

Orthopedist

• Saji Azerf, MD
• Robert J. Montero, MD

Sports medicine primary care physicians

• Ashley Brouillette, MD
• J. Stephen Kroll, MD
• Stephen Miller, MD
• Tatiana Patsimas, MD
• Armand Scurfield, MD

Advanced practitioners

• Jessica Beck, PA-C
• Denise Coultes Beuret, FNP-C
• Sarah Delk, PA-C
• Grace Hall, PA-C
• Veronica Hill, CPNP
• Jordan Hood, PA-C
• J. Brian Kelly, PA-C
• Nancy Kralovich, PA-C
• Nikki Kress, CPNP-AC
• Keri L. Liles, PA-C
• Rebecca Lunsford, PA-C
• Joshua Myers, FNP-C
• Nicole O'Donnell, PA-C
• Tori Robertson, PA-C
• Tracy Ruska, MSN, CPNP-AC, CCRN
• Karen Shaw, PA-C
• Catalina Urbizo, PA-C
• Kirsten Warnock, NP-C
• Wallace E. Wilson, PA-C

Certified athletic trainers

• Raven Giordano, AT-C
• David Kloehs, AT-C
• Christina Perez, AT-C
• Sara Skammer, AT-C
• Beth Walsh, AT-C

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Meet Some of Our Pediatric Orthopedic Specialists

• Meet Dr. Cliff Willimon, Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon

  
  Cliff Willimon, MD, is a Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon, Medical Director for the Atlanta United Academy Team and Team Physician for the Atlanta United First Team.
  

• Meet Dr. Crystal Perkins, Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon

  
  Crystal Perkins, MD, is a Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon at Children's. Dr. Perkins understands how to connect with her patients who have a passion for sports.
  

• Meet Dr. Jill Flanagan, Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon

  Jill C. Flanagan, MD, a Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon at Children's who specializes in limb lengthening surgeries and has experience treating many types of limb differences.

• Meet Dr. Michael Schmitz, Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon

  Michael Schmitz, MD, is a Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon and Chief of Orthopedics at Children's. Dr. Schmitz is an expert at caring for kids with orthopedic conditions.

• Meet Dr. Michael T. Busch, Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon

  
  Michael T. Busch, MD, is a Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon and Sports Medicine Surgical Director at Children's. He's a sports medicine innovator practicing for more than 30 years.
  

• Meet Dr. Tim Schrader, Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon

  Tim Schrader, MD, is a Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon and Medical Director of the Hip Program at Children's. He has expertise in hip preservation and hip problems.

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Leaders in Research

National and international research is a top priority for Children's.

Our team's orthopedic research studies are designed to lead to better outcomes for pediatric patients. Our physicians are dedicated to collaboration and active research on topics that include the spine, hips, trauma and more.

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U.S. News & World Report ranks us among the top pediatric orthopedics programs in the country. Our program combines the latest proven technology and research with a caring, child-friendly approach, making Children's a top choice for treatment of orthopedic conditions and injuries.

Orthopedic specialists lead our program. Our doctors and surgeons work closely with orthopedic surgeons in the community to help ensure complete, coordinated care is delivered seamlessly at our hospitals for children with orthopedic conditions. The following physicians lead our Orthopedics Program:

Physician leadership

• Michael L. Schmitz, MD, Chief, Orthopedics and Sports Medicine Center
• S. Clifton Willimon, MD, Medical Director, Atlanta United Academy team
• Crystal Perkins, MD, Medical Director, Orthopedic Quality and Outcomes
• Allan E. Peljovich, MD, Medical Director, Hand and Upper Extremity Program
• Tim Schrader, MD, Medical Director, Hip Program
• Robert W. Bruce Jr., MD, Medical Director, Neuromuscular Program and Cerebral Palsy Program
• Dennis P. Devito, MD, Medical Director, Spine Program
• Nicholas D. Fletcher, MD, Medical Director, Spine Quality and Outcomes
• Michael T. Busch, MD, Surgical Director, Sports Medicine Program

A Word From Dr. Schmitz

A message from our chief

"It is an honor to be recognized this year as the only nationally ranked program for kids and teens in Georgia and the top program in the Southeast. It's a true reflection of our tireless pursuit of better patient outcomes, experience and quality of care."

Please sign in to MYchart to complete the forms that have been assigned to you prior to your child's visit. If you'd prefer to print and complete the forms, please call 404-255-1933 to request them. Forms should be completed prior to your child's appointment with Children's Physician Group–Orthopaedics and Sports Medicine as this will help reduce wait times.

Location updates

• Buford: Children's has decided to permanently close our orthopedic and sports medicine clinic in Buford. This change is part of a thoughtful consolidation of services, allowing us to meet patient demand within our community with the appropriate number of locations. Families will have the opportunity to transition care to one of our nearby locations. The last day of clinic will be Friday, Dec. 17, 2021.
• Fayette: Children's will be moving its specialty services, including orthopedics and sports medicine, from Piedmont Fayette Hospital to a medical building across the street. The new address will be 1250 Highway 54 West, Suite 200. The new location will provider a larger, more modern space along with easier accessibility for our families. The last day Children's will hold clinic inside Piedmont Fayette Hospital will be Wednesday, Jan. 5, 2022. Clinics will resume in the new building on Monday, Jan. 10, 2022.

Orthopedics and sports medicine locations

Athens Orthopaedics
1181 Langford Drive, Building 200, Suite 101
Watkinsville, GA 30677

Buford Orthopaedics
2914 Vinson Court
Buford, GA 30518

Center for Advanced Pediatrics
1400 Tullie Road NE
Atlanta, GA 30329

Children's at Cherokee
1558 Riverstone Parkway, Suite 100
Canton, GA 30114

Children's at Duluth
2270 Duluth Highway 120
Duluth, GA 30097

Children's at Fayette
1265 Highway 54 West, Suite 200
Fayetteville, GA 30214

Children's at Forsyth
410 Peachtree Parkway, The Collection at Forsyth
Cumming, GA 30041

Children's at Hamilton Creek
2240 Hamilton Creek Parkway, Suite 600
Dacula, GA 30019

Children's at Hudson Bridge–Orthopaedics and Sports Medicine
1492 Hudson Bridge Road
Stockbridge, GA 30281

Children's at Meridian Mark
5445 Meridian Mark Road NE
Atlanta, GA 30342

Children's at Old Milton Parkway
3300 Old Milton Parkway
Alpharetta, GA 30005

Children's at Town Center Outpatient Care Center
605 Big Shanty Road NW
Kennesaw, GA 30144

Macon Orthopaedics and Sports Medicine
4660 Riverside Park Blvd.
Macon, GA 31210

Villa Rica Orthopaedics
705 Dallas Highway, Suite 301
Villa Rica, GA 30180

*Georgia Hospital Association (GHA) by hospitals in Georgia, ages 0-18 (2020).
**No. 10 on the U.S. News & World Report "Best Children's Hospitals" list for 2021-22.

Best Orthopedic Doctor for Back Pain in Woodstock Ga

Source: https://www.choa.org/medical-services/orthopedics

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