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Dr. John Dorris, MD

Orthopedic Surgery* Age 59
Dr. John Dorris, MD
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Dr. John Dorris, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon in Athens, GA.
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Dr. John Dorris, MD

Orthopedic Surgery* Age 59
Athens, GA
Accepting new patients
32 years of experience
Dr. John Dorris, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon in Athens, GA.

About

Dr. Dorris graduated from Tulane University School of Medicine. Dr. John Dorris, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon in Athens, GA and has 32 years experience. Dr. Dorris currently practices at Practice and are affiliated with St. Mary's Sacred Heart Hospital, St Mary's Hospital, Piedmont Athens Regional Medical Center and Washington County Regional Medical Center. Dr. Dorris has experience treating conditions like Joint Pain and Internal Derangement of Knee among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Dorris received an average rating of 4.6/5 from patients and has been reviewed 96 times. Dr. Dorris' office accepts new patients. Dr. Dorris is board certified in Orthopedic Surgery and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Joint Pain
Shoulder Arthroscopy
Internal Derangement of Knee
Joint Pain
Shoulder Arthroscopy
Internal Derangement of Knee
Joint Pain
Shoulder Arthroscopy
Internal Derangement of Knee
Knee Ligament Tears
Meniscus Tear
Rotator Cuff Surgery
Adhesive Capsulitis Shoulder
Ankle Sprains and Strains
Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) Tear
Back Pain
Broken Arm
Bursitis
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Bursitis of Hip
Cervical Radiculopathy
Chondrocalcinosis
Chronic Neck Pain
Degenerative Disc Disease
Difficulty With Walking
Femur Fracture
Gait Abnormality
Glenoid Labrum Tear
Gout
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Herniated Disc
Hip Fracture
Hip Tendinitis
Humerus Fracture
Intervertebral Disc Disease
Knee Sprain
Knee Tendinitis
Leg Fracture Below Knee (incl. Ankle)
Limb Pain
Low Back Pain
Lumbar Radiculopathy
Lumbar Spinal Stenosis
Lumbosacral Radiculopathy
Nerve Root Injury and Plexus Disorders (incl. Pinched Nerve)
Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis of Hip
Osteoarthritis of Knee
Osteoarthritis of Shoulder
Osteoarthritis of Spine
Patellar Disorders
Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS)
Radiculopathy
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Rotator Cuff Tear
Rotator Cuff Tendinosis
Shoulder Fracture
Shoulder Impingement Syndrome
Shoulder Tendinitis and Tenosynovitis
Tenosynovitis
Arthrocentesis
Hip Replacement
Hip Replacement with Robotic Assist
Knee Arthroscopy
Knee Replacement
Knee Replacement Revision
Meniscectomy
Neuroplasty
Peripheral Nerve Block
Somatic Nerve Block
Steroid Injection
Total Knee Arthroplasty with Robotic Assist
Ulnar Nerve Transposition
AC Joint Injury
Achilles Tendinitis
Ankle and Foot Instability or Derangement
Ankle Fracture
Ankle Impingement
Ankle Sprain and Achilles Tendon Sprain or Rupture
Ankylosing Vertebral Hyperostosis
Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) Injuries
Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) or Posterior Cruciate Ligament (PCL) Tear
Arthritis
Arthritis of the Elbow
Autoimmune Diseases
Avascular Necrosis
Avascular Necrosis of Femoral Head
Baker’s Cyst
Bone Cancer
Bone Disorders
Brachial Plexus Palsy
Bunion
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Cancer
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Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Cervical Spine Myelopathy
Chest Wall Pain Syndrome
Chondromalacia
Chronic Pelvic Pain
Clavicle Fracture
Coccygeal Pain
Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS)
Complications of Joint Prosthesis
De Quervain's Disease
Dupuytrens Contracture
Elbow Bursitis
Elbow Injuries
Elbow Sprain
Enthesopathy of Hip (incl. Trochanteric Bursitis)
Enthesopathy of Knee (incl. Bursitis of Knee)
Femoral Neck Fracture
Femoral Stress Fracture
Fibular Fracture
Foot Conditions
Foot Fracture
Foot Sprain
Fracture
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Fracture of Hand and Fingers
Ganglion Cyst
Hammer Toe
Hand Conditions
Hand Fracture
Hip Impingement
Hip Pointer
Hip Sprain
Iliotibial Band Syndrome
Knee Dislocation
Knee Disorders
Knee Fracture
Knee Osteophyte
Knee Pain
Lateral and Medial Epicondylitis (Tennis and Golf Elbow)
Lateral Collateral Ligament (LCL) Sprain
Lateral Epicondylitis
Leg Fracture Above Knee (incl. Hip)
Lumbar Compression Fracture
Lumbar Spine Fracture
Lumbosacral Stenosis
Lupus
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Medial Collateral Ligament (MCL) Sprain
Medial Epicondylitis
Morton's Neuroma
Muscular Dystrophy (MD)
Myelopathy
Neck Muscle Strain
Neck Sprain
Neck Strain (incl. Whiplash Injury)
Nerve Sheath Tumors
Non-Unions and Malunions of Fractures
Osgood Schlatter Disease
Osteoarthritis of Ankle
Osteoarthritis of Elbow
Osteoarthritis of Foot
Osteoarthritis of Hand
Osteoarthritis of Hand or Wrist
Osteoarthritis of Hip and Thigh
Osteoarthritis of Wrist
Osteopenia
Osteosarcoma
Ottos Pelvis
Patellar Chondromalacia
Patellar Dislocation
Patellar Fracture
Patellar Tendonitis
Pathological Spine Fracture
Pelvic Fracture
Peripheral Autonomic Neuropathy
Peripheral Nerve Disorders
Piriformis Syndrome
Plantar Fasciitis
Posterior Cruciate Ligament (PCL) Tear
Posterior Tibial Tendonitis
Pseudoarthrosis
Pyogenic Arthritis
Repeated Shoulder Dislocation
Rib Fracture
Rotator Cuff Injuries
Rupture of Achilles Tendon
Sacrum Disorders
Scapular Fracture
Schmorl's Nodes
Sciatica
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Scleroderma
Shoulder Dislocation
Shoulder Disorders
Shoulder Instability
Shoulder Osteophyte
Shoulder Pain
Sjögren's Syndrome
Snapping Hip
Spinal Cord Injury
Spinal Osteophyte
Spinal Stenosis with Neurogenic Claudication
Spondylitis
Sports Injuries
Sprains and Strains (incl. Muscle Tear)
Stress Fracture of Foot
Systemic Chondromalacia
Tendonitis
Thoracic Compression Fracture
Thoracic Spine Fracture
Thoracolumbar Radiculopathy
Tibia and Fibula Fractures
Tibia or Fibula Stress Fracture
Tibial Fracture
Trigger Finger
Whiplash
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Wrist Fracture
Wrist Sprain or Strain
Achilles Tenotomy
ACL Surgery
All Shoulder or Elbow Replacement Procedures
Arm Surgery
Arthroscopic Joint Surgery
Arthroscopic Rotator Cuff Repair
Arthroscopic Shoulder Surgery
Arthroscopic Surgery
Carpal Tunnel Release
Closed Hip Fracture Treatment
De Quervain's Release
Dressing and Debridement of Wound or Infection
Elbow Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Elbow Fracture Repair
Elbow Replacement
Elbow Surgery
Elbow Tenotomy
Excision of Femur or Knee
Excision of Humerus
Excision of Tibia or Fibula
Foot and Ankle Dislocation Treatment, Closed
Foot and Ankle Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Foot and Ankle Fracture Treatment, Closed
Foot and Ankle Fracture Treatment, Open
Foot and Ankle Ligament and Tendon Repair
Fracture and-or Dislocation Treatment
Fracture Care
Hand and Wrist Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Hand and Wrist Fracture Treatment, Closed
Hand and Wrist Fracture Treatment, Open
Hip Dislocation
Hip Replacement Revision
Hip Resurfacing
Joint Drainage
Knee and Leg Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Knee and Lower Leg Fracture Treatment, Closed
Knee and Lower Leg Fracture Treatment, Open
Knee Surgery
Lamina Procedures (incl. Laminectomy, Laminoplasty, Laminotomy)
Meniscus Surgery
Musculoskeletal Function Test
Myofascial Trigger Point Injection
Open Hip Fracture Treatment
Partial Hip Replacement
Partial Knee Replacement
Resection or Ablation of Bone Tumor, Partial or Complete Resection of Bone, Debridement of Bone
Reverse Total Shoulder and Total Shoulder Replacement
Revision of Shoulder or Elbow Replacement
Separated Femoral Epiphysis Treatment
Shoulder Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Shoulder Fracture Treatment
Shoulder Replacement Revision
Shoulder Surgery
Sympathetic Nerve Block
Synovial Biopsy
Total Hip Replacement
Total Knee Replacement
Total Shoulder Replacement
Trigger Finger Release
Trigger Point Injection
Viscosupplementation With Hyaluronate
Wound Repair

Insurance Accepted

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  • HealthyBlue 2.0
  • PHCS Network PPO
  • Curative PPO
    Curative EPO
    Curative PPO Plus
  • WellCare PPO
  • Coventry Health Care of Georgia HMO
  • Medical Mutual of Ohio
  • Assurant Health
  • Amerigroup (Wellpoint)
  • LocalPlus
  • WellPoint
  • Aetna
  • Coventry Health Care
  • Guardian
  • Blue Cross and Blue Shield
    Blue Card PPO
  • Principal Financial Group
  • Blue Choice HMO
  • Choice Plus POS
    Navigate POS
  • First Health (Coventry Health Care) PPO
  • Traditional / Indemnity-GA
  • Preferred PPO

Locations

  1. 1 Athens Orthopedic Clinic PA
    1765 Old West Broad St, Athens, GA 30606
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (706) 549-1663
  2. 2 Athens Orthopedic Clinic PA
    901 Franklin Springs St, Royston, GA 30662
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    Wednesday
    08:00 - 15:30
  3. 3 Athens Bone and Joint
    209 Mercer Pl, Commerce, GA 30529
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Patient Satisfaction

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Dorris
4.6
Based on 96 Reviews
5 Stars (83)
4 Stars (3)
3 Stars (1)
2 Stars (0)
1 Star (9)

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Patient Reviews
Dec 07, 2024
Dr. Dorris takes his time to help you fully understand the issues you are having with your knee, explain the various treatment options that are available and which may offer the best short-term and long-term benefits. He carefully considers your inputs and is willing to work with you long-term to map out and execute a treatment plan that benefits the patient. His patient-centered approach and exceptional orthopedic skills make him a highly recommended physician if you need top-notch orthopedic care.
David Earnest — Dec 07, 2024
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Specialties*
Orthopedic Surgery
Sports Medicine
Specialties*
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • Tulane University School of Medicine
    1992
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Orthopedic Surgery
Board Certifications
What’s a board certification and why is it important that my provider has one?

A board certification represents a provider’s dedication to ongoing training in one or more specialties, including the completion of intensive exams. While not all specialties have board certifications, if your provider does have one they’ve taken the extra step to master their specialty and to keep up with the latest advancements in their field.

Internship

Internship
  • Emory University Hospital
    1993
Internship

Fellowship

Fellowship Hospital
  • Vail Valley Medical Center
    1998
Fellowship Hospital
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. John Dorris, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Dorris' profile.

Dr. Dorris frequently treats the following conditions: Joint Pain and Internal Derangement of Knee. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. John Dorris, MD is affiliated with St. Mary's Sacred Heart Hospital, St Mary's Hospital, Piedmont Athens Regional Medical Center and Washington County Regional Medical Center.

Yes, Dr. John Dorris, MD holds board certification in Orthopedic Surgery.

Hospital Affiliations

  • St. Mary's Sacred Heart Hospital

    367 Clear Creek Pkwy, Lavonia, GA

  • St Mary's Hospital

    1230 Baxter St, Athens, GA

  • Piedmont Athens Regional Medical Center

    1199 Prince Ave, Athens, GA

  • Washington County Regional Medical Center

    610 Sparta Rd, Sandersville, GA