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Dr. Juha Jaakkola, MD
Orthopedic Surgery* Age 56
Dr. Juha Jaakkola, MD
4.8 (209 Ratings)

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Dr. Juha Jaakkola, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon in Savannah, GA.
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Dr. Juha Jaakkola, MD

Orthopedic Surgery* Age 56
Savannah, GA
Accepting new patients
38 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Dr. Juha Jaakkola, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon in Savannah, GA.

About

Dr. Jaakkola graduated from Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center School of Medicine in 1987 and completed a residency at Tripler Army Medical Center. Dr. Juha Jaakkola, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon in Savannah, GA and has 38 years experience. Dr. Jaakkola currently practices at Optim Orthopedics and are affiliated with Memorial Health University Medical Center. Dr. Jaakkola has experience treating conditions like Limb Pain, Osteoarthritis of Ankle and Osteoarthritis of Foot among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Jaakkola received an average rating of 4.8/5 from patients and has been reviewed 209 times. Dr. Jaakkola's office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. Jaakkola is board certified in Orthopedic Surgery and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Limb Pain
Osteoarthritis of Ankle
Osteoarthritis of Foot
Limb Pain
Osteoarthritis of Ankle
Osteoarthritis of Foot
Limb Pain
Osteoarthritis of Ankle
Osteoarthritis of Foot
Foot Fracture
Fibular Fracture
Morton's Neuroma
Ankle Arthroscopy
Foot Fracture Treatment Open
Hammer Toe Repair
Achilles Tendinitis
Achilles Tendon Contracture
Ankle and Foot Instability or Derangement
Ankle Fracture
Ankle Impingement
Ankle Sprains and Strains
Back Pain
Bunion
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Bunionette
Degenerative Disc Disease
Difficulty With Walking
Hammer Toe
Intervertebral Disc Disease
Joint Pain
Leg Fracture Below Knee (incl. Ankle)
Low Back Pain
Lumbar Radiculopathy
Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis of Knee
Plantar Fasciitis
Posterior Tibial Tendonitis
Radiculopathy
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Rupture of Achilles Tendon
Stress Fracture of Foot
Tibial Fracture
Achilles Tendon Rupture Repair
Arthrocentesis
Bunion Surgery
Excision of Tarsal or Metatarsal
Foot and Ankle Fracture Treatment, Open
Foot and Ankle Ligament and Tendon Repair
Knee and Leg Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Knee and Lower Leg Fracture Treatment, Open
Peripheral Nerve Block
Steroid Injection
Ankle Sprain and Achilles Tendon Sprain or Rupture
Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) Tear
Arthritis of the Elbow
Avascular Necrosis
Bone Cancer
Broken Arm
Broken Neck
Bursitis
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Bursitis of Hip
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Cerebral Palsy
Cervical Radiculopathy
Cervical Spine Myelopathy
Chondrocalcinosis
Chondromalacia
Chronic Neck Pain
Coccygeal Pain
Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS)
Femur Fracture
Foot And Ankle Osteophyte
Foot Sprain
Fracture of Hand and Fingers
Gait Abnormality
Ganglion Cyst
Glenoid Labrum Tear
Gout
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Heel Spur
Herniated Disc
Hip Fracture
Hip Tendinitis
Internal Derangement of Knee
Knee Fracture
Knee Ligament Tears
Knee Sprain
Lumbar Compression Fracture
Lumbar Spinal Stenosis
Lumbar Spine Fracture
Lupus
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Meniscus Tear
Neck Sprain
Nerve Root Injury and Plexus Disorders (incl. Pinched Nerve)
Nerve Sheath Tumors
Non-Traumatic Rupture of Achilles Tendon
Non-Unions and Malunions of Fractures
Osteoarthritis of Hand
Osteoarthritis of Shoulder
Osteoarthritis of Spine
Osteoarthritis of Wrist
Osteochondritis Dissecans
Osteopenia
Osteosarcoma
Patellar Fracture
Piriformis Syndrome
Pyogenic Arthritis
Rheumatoid Arthritis of Ankle Foot
Rotator Cuff Tear
Rotator Cuff Tendinosis
Sacrum Disorders
Scapular Fracture
Sciatica
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Scleroderma
Scoliosis
Sever's Disease
Shin Splints
Shoulder Bursitis
Shoulder Impingement Syndrome
Shoulder Tendinitis and Tenosynovitis
Sjögren's Syndrome
Spinal Stenosis
Spine Deformities
Spondylitis
Spondylolisthesis
Sternum Fracture
Tarsal Tunnel Syndrome
Tenosynovitis
Thoracic Compression Fracture
Thoracic Spine Fracture
Tibia or Fibula Stress Fracture
Torticollis
Wrist Fracture
Achilles Tenotomy
Ankle Fusion
Ankle Replacement
Bunionette Surgery
Bursal Drainage
Dressing and Debridement of Wound or Infection
Excision of Femur or Knee
Excision of Ganglion
Excision of Tibia or Fibula
Foot and Ankle DislocationTreatment, Open
Foot and Ankle Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Foot Dislocation Treatment
Foot Dislocation Treatment Open
Foot Ligament Tendon Repair
Heel Bone Spur Removal
Hip Dislocation
Joint Drainage
Musculoskeletal Function Test
Neuroplasty
Plantar Fascia Release
Platelet-Rich Plasma Injection (PRP)
Removal of Bone Spur
Resection or Ablation of Bone Tumor, Partial or Complete Resection of Bone, Debridement of Bone
Separated Femoral Epiphysis Treatment
Shoulder Arthroscopy
Shoulder Dislocation Treatment
Somatic Nerve Block
Synovial Biopsy
Trigger Finger Release
Wound Repair

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    Pathway X (on Exchange)-GA HMO
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    Blue HRA Blue Choice-GA PPO
    Pathway X Guided Access-GA
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    Blue HRA Blue Open Access-GA POS
    National (BlueCard) PPO
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    BlueChoice-GA PPO
    Blue Essential-GA PPO
    BlueChoice-GA HMO
    Traditional Health Plan-GA
    Blue Open Access (Select Network)-GA POS
    Blue Essential Open Access-GA POS
    Blue Open Access (Small Grp)-GA POS
    Blue Open Access-GA HMO
    Healthy Support-GA PPO
    National (BlueCard Basic) PPO
    Healthy Support Open Access-GA POS
    Traditional / Indemnity-GA
    Pathway X Guided Access-GA HMO
    Pathway-GA HMO
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  • MultiPlan PPO
  • Choice Plus POS II
    Aetna
  • Curative PPO Plus
    Curative PPO
    Curative EPO
  • Choice Plus
  • Choice Care (Humana)

Locations

  1. 1 Optim Orthopedics
    210 E Derenne Ave, Savannah, GA 31405
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Patient Satisfaction

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4.8
Based on 209 Reviews
5 Stars (192)
4 Stars (6)
3 Stars (1)
2 Stars (1)
1 Star (9)

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May 08, 2025
Took his time, was thorough.
— May 08, 2025
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Specialties*
Orthopedic Surgery
Specialties*
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center School of Medicine
    1987
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Orthopedic Surgery
Board Certifications
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Internship

Internship
  • Tripler Army Medical Center
    1988
Internship

Residency

Residency Hospital
  • Tripler Army Medical Center
    1991
Residency Hospital

Fellowship

Fellowship Hospital
  • University of California
    1998
Fellowship Hospital
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Frequently Asked Questions

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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Juha Jaakkola, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Jaakkola's profile.

Dr. Jaakkola frequently treats the following conditions: Limb Pain, Osteoarthritis of Ankle and Osteoarthritis of Foot. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. Juha Jaakkola, MD is affiliated with Memorial Health University Medical Center.

Yes, Dr. Juha Jaakkola, MD holds board certification in Orthopedic Surgery.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Memorial Health University Medical Center

    4700 Waters Ave, Savannah, GA