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Pier Hammonds wrote to us about how she overcame the pain and fear of being in a motor vehicle accident and how that experience changed her outlook on life. Pier recently graduated from High School with a 3.7 GPA (out of a 4.0 scale) and is admitted to Clark Atlanta University starting this Fall. Being […]

Georgia Spine & Orthopaedics is excited to provide two $1,500.00 scholarships annually to deserving high school students.  Our team has a front row seat to the injuries motor vehicle accidents can cause.  These injuries can produce a great deal of stress and anxiety for the entire family, especially children.  Our scholarships encourage students to rise […]

Mother’s Day is one of the most celebrated holidays around the world. The strength that women display in their maternal journeys is admirable for many reasons. They are the creators of life, and they love and protect their family tirelessly. These anonymous heroines not only hold the reins of their home but many stands out […]

ATLANTA, GA, May 6, 2019 – Georgia Spine & Orthopaedics is pleased to announce that Dr. Vinson Smith, a Board Certified Orthopaedic Surgeon, has joined the team, alongside Dr. Erik Bendiks and Dr. Daryl L. Figa. Dr. Smith obtained his medical degree from the University of Florida, then went on to complete his Orthopaedic Residency […]

The Alliance of Women in Workers’ Compensation was formed in 2016 when two women’s organizations (Women in Workers’ Compensation and the Women Executives in Workers’ Compensation) merged to create a single entity. The mission of the Alliance is to effect positive change in the workers’ compensation industry through networking, support, mentoring and collaboration. Through the […]

What is Breeze? You can use Breeze on your smartphone, on the web, or when coming into Georgia Spine & Orthopaedics. Breeze is the next evolutionary of the healthcare patient experience. It takes all the paperwork, phone calls, and repetitive questions out and replaces them with convenient tools- all available 24/7.  Benefits of Breeze:  NO MORE […]

Is the lack of health insurance affecting your health? Six tips to get medical aid if you get injured in Georgia The high costs of health insurance have left millions without healthcare. Last year alone, the number of individuals without coverage rose to three million, according to a study conducted by Gallup-Sharecare Well-Being Index. That […]

What is discectomy? Discectomy is a surgical procedure to remove the damaged portion of a herniated disk in your spine. A herniated disk can irritate or compress nearby nerves. Discectomy is most effective for treating pain that radiates down your legs. Why it’s done A discectomy is performed to relieve the pressure a herniated disk […]

Laurri Wallace sworn in as a member of the state ​​​​​​board of physical therapy Please join us in congratulating our very own, Chief Operating Officer, Dr. Laurri Wallace, who was sworn in as a member of the State Board of Physical Therapy. Laurri will serve as a general board member as a part of the Special […]

Ailments such as herniated discs, lumbar, migraines, headaches, leg and arm pain, among others; are conditions that originate in the spine and the nervous system and could be potentially be treated by a chiropractic or an orthopedic physician. In fact, there is a lot of overlap between both practices that can make it challenging to […]