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Dr. Robert Royster, MD
Orthopedic Surgery* Age 69
Dr. Robert Royster, MD
4.9 (156 Ratings)

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Dr. Robert Royster, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon in Atlanta, GA.
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Dr. Robert Royster, MD

Orthopedic Surgery* Age 69
Atlanta, GA
Accepting new patients
45 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Dr. Robert Royster, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon in Atlanta, GA.

About

Dr. Royster graduated from Augusta University Medical College of Georgia. Dr. Robert Royster, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon in Atlanta, GA and has 45 years experience. Dr. Royster currently practices at Practice and are affiliated with Piedmont Hospital. Dr. Royster has experience treating conditions like Joint Pain, Adhesive Capsulitis Shoulder and Hip Tendinitis among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Royster received an average rating of 4.9/5 from patients and has been reviewed 156 times. Dr. Royster's office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. Royster accepts multiple insurance plans.

Offers Telehealth

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Joint Pain
Adhesive Capsulitis Shoulder
Hip Tendinitis
Joint Pain
Adhesive Capsulitis Shoulder
Hip Tendinitis
Joint Pain
Adhesive Capsulitis Shoulder
Hip Tendinitis
Bursitis
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Bursitis of Hip
Chronic Pelvic Pain
Wrist Sprain or Strain
Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) Tear
Back Pain
Broken Arm
Bunionette
Degenerative Disc Disease
Difficulty With Walking
Elbow Bursitis
Fracture of Hand and Fingers
Gait Abnormality
Humerus Fracture
Iliotibial Band Syndrome
Internal Derangement of Knee
Intervertebral Disc Disease
Knee Fracture
Knee Ligament Tears
Knee Sprain
Knee Tendinitis
Leg Fracture Below Knee (incl. Ankle)
Limb Pain
Low Back Pain
Lumbar Spinal Stenosis
Meniscus Tear
Nerve Root Injury and Plexus Disorders (incl. Pinched Nerve)
Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis of Hip
Osteoarthritis of Knee
Osteoarthritis of Shoulder
Patellar Disorders
Pelvic Fracture
Piriformis Syndrome
Rotator Cuff Tear
Rotator Cuff Tendinosis
Sciatica
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Scoliosis
Shoulder Fracture
Shoulder Impingement Syndrome
Shoulder Tendinitis and Tenosynovitis
Spinal Stenosis
Spinal Stenosis with Neurogenic Claudication
Spondylolisthesis
Tibial Fracture
Wrist Fracture
ACL Surgery
Arthrocentesis
Hip Replacement
Hip Replacement with Robotic Assist
Knee and Leg Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Knee Arthroscopy
Knee Replacement
Myofascial Trigger Point Injection
Peripheral Nerve Block
Reverse Total Shoulder Replacement
Rotator Cuff Surgery
Shoulder Arthroscopy
Somatic Nerve Block
Steroid Injection
Total Knee Arthroplasty with Robotic Assist
Total Shoulder Replacement
Viscosupplementation With Hyaluronate
AC Joint Injury
Achilles Tendinitis
Ankle and Foot Instability or Derangement
Ankle Fracture
Ankle Sprain and Achilles Tendon Sprain or Rupture
Ankle Sprains and Strains
Ankylosing Spondylitis
Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) or Posterior Cruciate Ligament (PCL) Tear
Arthritis of the Elbow
Ataxia
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Avascular Necrosis
Avascular Necrosis of Femoral Head
Baker’s Cyst
Bone Cancer
Brachial Plexus Palsy
Bunion
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Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Cervical Radiculopathy
Cervical Spine Myelopathy
Chondrocalcinosis
Chondromalacia
Chronic Neck Pain
Clavicle Fracture
Coccygeal Pain
Coccyx or Sacrum Fracture
Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS)
Complications of Joint Prosthesis
Dupuytrens Contracture
Elbow Sprain
Enthesopathy of Hip (incl. Trochanteric Bursitis)
Enthesopathy of Knee (incl. Bursitis of Knee)
Femoral Neck Fracture
Femur Fracture
Fibular Fracture
Foot Fracture
Foot Sprain
Ganglion Cyst
Glenoid Labrum Tear
Gout
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Hammer Toe
Heel Spur
Herniated Disc
Hip Fracture
Hip Impingement
Hip Pointer
Hip Sprain
Knee Dislocation
Knee Osteophyte
Lateral and Medial Epicondylitis (Tennis and Golf Elbow)
Lateral Collateral Ligament (LCL) Sprain
Lateral Epicondylitis
Leg Fracture Above Knee (incl. Hip)
Lumbar Radiculopathy
Lumbar Spina Bifida
Lumbar Spine Fracture
Lupus
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Medial Collateral Ligament (MCL) Sprain
Medial Epicondylitis
Morton's Neuroma
Neck Strain (incl. Whiplash Injury)
Osgood Schlatter Disease
Osteoarthritis of Foot
Osteoarthritis of Hand
Osteoarthritis of Hip and Thigh
Osteoarthritis of Spine
Osteopenia
Patellar Chondromalacia
Patellar Dislocation
Patellar Fracture
Patellar Tendonitis
Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS)
Plantar Fasciitis
Posterior Cruciate Ligament (PCL) Tear
Posterior Tibial Tendonitis
Radiculopathy
Repeated Shoulder Dislocation
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Rheumatoid Arthritis of Knee
Rib Fracture
Sacral Fracture
Sacrum Disorders
Scapular Fracture
Shoulder Bursitis
Shoulder Dislocation
Shoulder Osteophyte
Sjögren's Syndrome
Snapping Hip
Soft Tissue Sarcoma
Spina Bifida
Spinal Osteophyte
Spine Deformities
Spondylitis
Sprains and Strains (incl. Muscle Tear)
Systemic Chondromalacia
Tenosynovitis
Tibia and Fibula Fractures
Tibia or Fibula Stress Fracture
Trigger Finger
Achilles Tendon Rupture Repair
All Shoulder or Elbow Replacement Procedures
Ankle Arthroscopy
Biceps Tendon Repair
Bunion Surgery
Carpal Tunnel Injection
Carpal Tunnel Release
Dressing and Debridement of Wound or Infection
Elbow Arthroscopy
Elbow Replacement Revision
Elbow Tenotomy
Excision of Femur or Knee
Excision of Ganglion
Excision of Scapula, Clavicle, Rib, or Sternum
Facet Blocks
Foot and Ankle Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Foot and Ankle Ligament and Tendon Repair
Hammer Toe Repair
Hand or Wrist Tendon Transfer
Hip Arthroscopy
Hip Dislocation
Hip Replacement Revision
Hip Resurfacing
Joint Drainage
Knee and Lower Leg Fracture Treatment, Closed
Knee and Lower Leg Fracture Treatment, Open
Knee Replacement Revision
Lateral Retinaculum Patella Release
Meniscectomy
Meniscus Surgery
Musculoskeletal Function Test
Neuroplasty
Open Hip Fracture Treatment
Partial Hip Replacement
Partial Knee Replacement
Patellar and Quadriceps Tendon Repairs
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 Shoulder Treatment
Shoulder Dislocation Surgery
Shoulder Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Shoulder Fracture Treatment
Spinal Nerve Block
Synovial Biopsy
Tommy John Surgery
Total Hip Replacement
Trigger Finger Release
Trigger Point Injection
Wrist Replacement

Insurance Accepted

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Locations

  1. 1 Peachtree Orthopedic Clinic-Smc
    3200 Downwood Cir NW Ste 700, Atlanta, GA 30327
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (404) 355-0743
  2. 2 Peachtree Orthopaedic Clinic
    3870 Pleasant Hill Rd, Duluth, GA 30096
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  3. 3 Peachtree Orthopaedic Clinic PA
    2001 Peachtree Rd NE, Atlanta, GA 30309
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Likelihood to recommend Dr. Royster
4.9
Based on 156 Reviews
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Jun 27, 2025
Dr. Royster is a caring person and professional physican. He listens and is very attentive as you explain problems related to your visit. He is very thorough and knowledgeable. After the examination, he explains in lay terms his diagnosis and plan for care.He relates well to patients and shows patience and concern. We have been patients for 40 years.Pat and Faye Williams
— Jun 27, 2025
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Specialties*
Orthopedic Surgery
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • Augusta University Medical College of Georgia
    1980
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Does Dr. Royster communicate via email?
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Does Dr. Royster offer telehealth services or virtual visits?
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Does Dr. Royster offer an online patient portal?
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Does Dr. Royster have free onsite parking?
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Robert Royster, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Royster's profile.

Dr. Royster frequently treats the following conditions: Joint Pain, Adhesive Capsulitis Shoulder and Hip Tendinitis. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. Robert Royster, MD is affiliated with Piedmont Hospital.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Piedmont Hospital

    1968 Peachtree Rd NW, Atlanta, GA