Piedmont Orthopedics and Sports Medicine of Athens
Piedmont Orthopedics and Sports Medicine of Athens is your go-to destination for top-notch orthopedic care right in the heart of Watkinsville, GA. Conveniently located at 1305 Jennings Mill Rd Bldg 300-110, our facility is easily accessible for residents of Athens and surrounding communities. With a dedicated team of highly skilled professionals, including renowned surgeons like Dr. Gordon and Dr. Gaunder, we specialize in a wide range of orthopedic services—from joint replacements to sports medicine. Our commitment to patient care is reflected in our 3.9-star rating, showcasing our dedication to providing exceptional medical services. At Piedmont Orthopedics and Sports Medicine, we prioritize your well-being and satisfaction. Patients rave about their experiences, highlighting our approachable staff and the thorough communication provided throughout their treatment journey. With business hours Monday through Friday, we make it easy for you to schedule appointments that fit your lifestyle. Our facility is equipped with modern amenities, including wheelchair accessibility and ample parking, ensuring a comfortable visit for all. Whether you’re seeking treatment for a sports injury or require surgical intervention, our compassionate team is here to guide you every step of the way. For more information or to book an appointment, don't hesitate to reach out to us at (706) 613-5880 or visit our website at care.piedmont.org. Experience the difference in orthopedic care with Piedmont Orthopedics and Sports Medicine of Athens!
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Brittany Hampton
Dr. Gordon and his staff is absolutely amazing! From the time I went in not knowing what to expect to today they gave answered every question I have had, made sure I understood everything they have explained it to me. They made sure when I had both my surgeries I was well informed, I knew what to expect from pre-op to post-op. Couldn't have asked for a better team of people!! Thank yall so much for all yall have done for me!!
Ion Crypto
I had knee replacement with Dr Gaunder and his staff. I received excellent care before during and after surgery. I recommended Dr Gaunder to two friends, one has had knee replacement with Dr Gaunder, also with no issue.
Rebecca Mitchell
This is our first preliminary visit for orthopedic surgery 👨⚕️ it’s easy to get an appointment and quick to get in. The parking lot is packed but the facility is large ... has a wheelchair ramp and is easy to access. Inside, even though there is traffic it's not crowded. Our visit is early morning... The facility is clean, calm, and pleasant... the office staff are all helpful and pleasant… not too much of a wait. So just to update this review… we are 3 weeks past surgery and we couldn’t ask for a better team … this is an A Class Team and a professional show … we went through a pre op class so we knew what to expect and what would be required … Erin is the P.A. for Dr. Gaunder and you couldn’t ask for a more empathetic, knowledgeable, thorough care … they are wonderful!!
Christian Scholar
Nice people but their prices are criminal. $4,500 estimate for an arthrogram that cost about $1,200 elsewhere. Physical therapy is $588 with insurance for the first visit. $266 for 15 minute follow ups. Use them for their doctors and decline any other services.
David Lavender
Dr White, & his entire staff, were absolutely awesome throughout my surgery & recovery. If I needed further work, I would only want Dr White, or one of his colleagues, doing the work. Thank y'all for giving me the power to walk/jog move properly.
Kim D
My after visit notes were full of lies. There was no lengthy conversation. I was simply told knee replacement surgery was the only permanent solution but I could get injections if I wanted. I wasn't offered any today either. I was given an appointment with Dr. Gaunder on Friday to discuss the surgery. My notes say that I was told I would have to lose weight before having surgery! That was never mentioned. I have been suffering for at least 8 months with numerous knee issues, mainly due to martial arts, and you lie in my notes! Why? Does quality of life not matter if you're overweight? I sincerely hope Dr. Gaunder is better than this person was. Niceness is great, but lying is unethical and rude.
Lisa Armstrong Croteau
I had my right hip replaced by Dr.Gaunder and his team on January 17, 2024 and cannot say enough good things about him the entire experience. All the appointments and communication leading up to surgery was amazing as well as the day of surgery and beyond. When I had questions or concerns I called or went on the portal and received a response almost immediately. I had my other hip replaced years ago and the recovery with this one went much quicker. I am cleared from PT and back to playing a full 18 holes of golf. If you want the same results, call their office now! First class service!
Emilee
Dr. Alexander Graf is incredible!!! He exceeded any expectations I had for my son’s hand surgery. Dr. Graf is precise &timely exactly what you want in a surgeon! He was able to quickly get my son in for a much needed surgery. The surgery took less than 20mins, Dr. Graf placed two pins in his hand, and now two months later my son has full recovery and is ready to play sports again. Thank you Dr Graf for your incredible work!!! I highly recommend him for any orthopedic need!
Stephen T
Went to see Dr Eric Gordon for a shoulder issue. They did the initial x-ray, then he told me I had some arthritis. I asked him how much arthritis, and he replied ‘I’ve seen worse’. I told him, repeatedly, that isn’t the issue I’m experiencing, and he just sat there. I asked him if he was going to order an MRI (any 5th grader knows you can’t see a soft-tissue injury with an x-ray) and he said ‘NO’. Huh? I asked him why not, and he wouldn’t give me an answer. Then he said if it got bad enough one day I should consider shoulder replacement. HUH?!? Then he says ‘if you do, I’m your guy’. LOL you’ve GOT to be kidding me!! I went to see another doctor who ordered an MRI, and guess what? I have a torn rotator cuff and a frayed labrum. The audacity of Dr Eric Gordon to recommend a shoulder replacement should get his license suspended. What a joke. I’m assuming because it wasn’t a complete tear it wasn’t obvious to him, but why on earth would he not just order an MRI?? The only thing I can figure is he was going to have do a little work to figure out what was wrong, opposed to a complete tear would be obvious, so the faster he shuffled me out of his office, the faster he could see someone else coming in behind me that had something easier to diagnose. In other words, Dr Eric Gordon is lazy. So don’t let the Georgia ‘G’ logo on the building fool you into thinking you’re in good hands, it’s just another fast-food practice.
C Chou
I was referred by my PC doctor for knee problems. The staff reminded me the arrival time was 45 minutes (10:45 am) before my appointment (11 am), which was very confusing. When I finally found the office about 25 minutes BEFORE the appointment, the staff already CANCELED my appointment due to "NO SHOW". She won't let me checked in because of the cancelation. She claimed that the paperwork took at least 30 minutes to fill. She rescheduled it and gave me the paperwork to fill before the next time. These paperwork were just the typical stuff which did not take 30 minutes. I finally made the rescheduled appointment 35 minutes before my appointment (7:55 am for 8:30 am 1st appointment). The docctor was late. I waited about 50 minutes (8:45), 15 minutes passed the schedule, for my name being called. The nurses took me for testing quickly. Doctor came shortly and spent less than 10 minutes with me to discuss possible treatments. He was fine. This was the worse experience I had with Piedmont. The patient cannot be late for the arrival time, but doctors can be late for their first appointment of the day. The paperwork should be available via email, My Chart, or on website. Patient's time is also valuable. Piedmont needs to improve the management.
