The 20 Best Concussion Doctors Near Me in Athens, GA

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The 20 Best Concussion Doctors near Athens, GA

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 24 doctor with experience in Concussion near Athens, GA. Of these, 21 are Experienced and 3 are Advanced.

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    Eugene Morris
    Experienced in Concussion
    Pediatric Neurology
    Experienced in Concussion
    Pediatric Neurology

    Athens Neurological Associates, PC

    1088 Baxter Street, Suite A, 
    Athens, GA 
     (3.2 miles away)
    Experience:
    28+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Eugene Morris is a Pediatric Neurologist in Athens, Georgia. Dr. Morris has been practicing medicine for over 28 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Concussion. His top areas of expertise are Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure, Seizures, Epilepsy, and Neuralgia. Dr. Morris is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Concussion
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Concussion
    General Surgery

    ARMC Surgicalists Group

    1199 Prince Avenue, 
    Athens, GA 
     (1.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Damon Simpson is a General Surgeon in Athens, Georgia. Dr. Simpson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Concussion. His top areas of expertise are Retroperitoneal Inflammation, Ogilvie Syndrome, Gallbladder Disease, Familial Colorectal Cancer, and Hernia Surgery. Dr. Simpson is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Concussion
    Experienced in Concussion

    Athens Neurological Associates PC

    1086 1/2 Baxter St, 
    Athens, GA 
     (1.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Brandi Fleenor is a Neurologist in Athens, Georgia. Dr. Fleenor is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Concussion. Her top areas of expertise are Memory Loss, Migraine, Peripheral Neuropathy, and Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure.

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    Experienced in Concussion
    Neurology | Sleep Medicine
    Experienced in Concussion
    Neurology | Sleep Medicine

    Athens Neurological Associates

    1086 1/2 Baxter Street, 
    Athens, GA 
     (1.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Terry Wimpey is a Neurologist and a Sleep Medicine provider in Athens, Georgia. Dr. Wimpey is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Concussion. His top areas of expertise are Memory Loss, Migraine, Seizures, and Epilepsy. Dr. Wimpey is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Concussion
    Experienced in Concussion

    Athens Neurological Associates

    1086 1/2 Baxter Street, 
    Athens, GA 
     (1.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Eric Pitts is a Neurologist in Athens, Georgia. Dr. Pitts is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Concussion. His top areas of expertise are Migraine, Memory Loss, Seizures, and Stroke. Dr. Pitts is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Concussion
    Experienced in Concussion

    Athens Neurological Associates

    1086 1/2 Baxter Street, 
    Athens, GA 
     (1.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Brian Mitchell is a Neurologist in Athens, Georgia. Dr. Mitchell is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Concussion. His top areas of expertise are Memory Loss, Migraine, Stroke, and Epilepsy. Dr. Mitchell is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Concussion
    Experienced in Concussion

    Athens Neurological Associates

    1086 1/2 Baxter Street, 
    Athens, GA 
     (1.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Jon Poling is a Neurologist in Athens, Georgia. Dr. Poling is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Concussion. His top areas of expertise are Memory Loss, Stroke, Migraine, and Trigeminal Neuralgia. Dr. Poling is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Concussion
    Experienced in Concussion

    Athens Neurological Associates

    1086 1/2 Baxter Street, 
    Athens, GA 
     (1.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Denise Taylor is a Neurologist in Athens, Georgia. Dr. Taylor is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Concussion. Her top areas of expertise are Memory Loss, Stroke, Migraine, and Seizures. Dr. Taylor is currently accepting new patients.

    Jason M. Pfluke
    Experienced in Concussion
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Concussion
    General Surgery

    Piedmont Physicians Trauma/Acute Care Surgery

    242 King Avenue, Suite 130, 
    Athens, GA 
     (1.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Jason Pfluke is a General Surgeon in Athens, Georgia. Dr. Pfluke is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Concussion. His top areas of expertise are Ogilvie Syndrome, Retroperitoneal Inflammation, Gastrointestinal Perforation, Sleeve Gastrectomy, and Hernia Surgery.

    Russell F. Pruitt
    Experienced in Concussion
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Concussion
    General Surgery

    Piedmont Physicians Trauma/Acute Care Surgery

    242 King Avenue, Suite 130, 
    Athens, GA 
     (1.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Russell Pruitt is a General Surgeon in Athens, Georgia. Dr. Pruitt is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Concussion. His top areas of expertise are Retroperitoneal Inflammation, Ogilvie Syndrome, Cholecystitis, Gastrostomy, and Hernia Surgery.

    Advanced in Concussion
    Family Medicine
    Advanced in Concussion
    Family Medicine

    Board Of Regents Of The Univ. System Of Georgia

    55 Carlton St, 
    Athens, GA 
     (1.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Satya Thippareddi is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Athens, Georgia. Dr. Thippareddi is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Concussion. Her top areas of expertise are Syphilis, Gonorrhea, Cellulitis, and Scabies.

    Advanced in Concussion
    Family Medicine
    Advanced in Concussion
    Family Medicine

    Board Of Regents Of The Univ. System Of Georgia

    55 Carlton St, 
    Athens, GA 
     (1.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Fred Reifsteck is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Athens, Georgia. Dr. Reifsteck is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Concussion. His top areas of expertise are Lymphadenitis, Peptic Ulcer, Cellulitis, and Necrosis.

    Advanced in Concussion
    Family Medicine
    Advanced in Concussion
    Family Medicine

    Board Of Regents Of The Univ. System Of Georgia

    55 Carlton St, 
    Athens, GA 
     (1.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Douglas Radman is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Athens, Georgia. Dr. Radman is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Concussion. His top areas of expertise are Cellulitis, Peptic Ulcer, Necrosis, and Lymphadenitis.

    Michael E. Nelson
    Experienced in Concussion
    Pediatrics | Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Concussion
    Pediatrics | Internal Medicine

    Piedmont Physicians At Resource Medical - Suite 2200

    1500 Oglethorpe Avenue, Suite 2200, 
    Athens, GA 
     (2.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Nelson earned his bachelor's degree from Presbyterian College in 1996. He graduated from the Medical College of Georgia in 2000. Dr. Nelson went on to complete a combined Internal Medicine and Pediatrics residency at the University of Cincinnati and Cincinnati's Children's Hospital in 2004.Dr. Nelson is double board certified in Internal Medicine and Pediatrics. He has been in practice with his friend, Dr. Baker, for 16 years.Dr. Nelson has been practicing medicine for 16 years. Prior to joining Piedmont, he worked as an employed physician with Athens Regional Medical Center. Dr. Nelson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Concussion. His top areas of expertise are H1N1 Influenza, Impetigo, Otitis, and Fetal Parvovirus Syndrome.

    Melissa K. Martin
    Experienced in Concussion
    Internal Medicine | Pediatrics
    Experienced in Concussion
    Internal Medicine | Pediatrics

    Piedmont Physicians At Resource Medical - Suite 2500

    1500 Oglethorpe Avenue, Suite 2500, 
    Athens, GA 
     (2.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Melissa Martin earned her medical degree and completed her residency at the University of Maryland. She received her undergraduate and master's degrees in Speech Language Pathology from the University of Georgia and is board certified in Internal Medicine and Pediatrics.Dr. Melissa Martin has been practicing medicine for 14 years. Prior to joining Piedmont Physician Group, Dr. Martin was a part of the Athens Regional Physician Enterprise.In her spare time, Dr. Melissa Martin enjoys spending time with her family. She enjoys hiking, rafting, and reading. Feel free to call the office to inquire that status of becoming a new patient. Dr. Martin is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Concussion. Her top areas of expertise are Cellulitis, Peptic Ulcer, Necrosis, and H1N1 Influenza.

    Jeanne M. Martin
    Experienced in Concussion
    Internal Medicine | Pediatrics
    Experienced in Concussion
    Internal Medicine | Pediatrics

    Piedmont Physicians At Resource Medical - Suite 2500

    1500 Oglethorpe Avenue, Suite 2500, 
    Athens, GA 
     (2.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Jeanne Marie Martin earned her medical degree from Louisiana State University in New Orleans and completed her residency at the University of Maryland. She received her undergraduate degree in biology from Millsaps College and is board certified in Internal Medicine and Pediatrics.Dr. Jeanne Marie has been practicing medicine for 12 years. Prior to joining Piedmont Physician Group, Dr. Jeanne Marie was a part of Athens Regional Physician Enterprise.In her spare time, Dr. Jeanne Marie enjoys spending time with her family. She enjoys playing tennis, traveling, and hiking. Please feel free to contact the office to inquire about becoming a new patient. Dr. Martin is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Concussion. Her top areas of expertise are Asthma in Children, Otitis, Asthma, and H1N1 Influenza.

    Robert E. Hancock
    Experienced in Concussion
    Experienced in Concussion

    Piedmont Orthopedics And Sports Medicine Of Athens

    1305 Jennings Mill Rd, Bldg 300-110, 
    Watkinsville, GA 
     (5.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Hancock is board certified in Orthopedic Surgery with added certification in Sports Medicine. He specializes in sports injuries concentrating on injuries to the shoulder, elbow and knee including arthroscopy and shoulder replacement. He has been a consultant for the UGA Athletics Department since coming to Athens in 1995.Dr. Hancock was born and raised in Georgia, growing up in Atlanta (Lakeside High School) and attending the University of Georgia. He enjoys all sports and outdoor activities including golf, hiking, running, and farming. Dr. Hancock is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Concussion. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Tendinitis, Frozen Shoulder, and Tenosynovitis.

    Experienced in Concussion
    Sports Medicine
    Experienced in Concussion
    Sports Medicine

    Board Of Regents Of The Univ. System Of Georgia

    55 Carlton St, 
    Athens, GA 
     (1.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Chadwick Palmer is a Sports Medicine provider in Athens, Georgia. Dr. Palmer is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Concussion. His top areas of expertise are Muscle Spasms, Concussion, and Tendinitis.

    Experienced in Concussion
    Sports Medicine
    Experienced in Concussion
    Sports Medicine

    Office

    2470 Daniells Bridge Rd Ste 271, 
    Athens, GA 
     (3.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Brian Brewer is a Sports Medicine provider in Athens, Georgia. Dr. Brewer is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Concussion. His top area of expertise is Concussion.

    Experienced in Concussion
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Concussion
    Internal Medicine

    Athens Area Internal Medicine

    1000 Hawthorne Ave Ste H, 
    Athens, GA 
     (3.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Clara Herrin is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Athens, Georgia. Dr. Herrin is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Concussion. Her top areas of expertise are Gonorrhea, Tonsillitis, Syphilis, and Sitosterolemia.

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    Last Updated: 02/22/2026

    What is the definition of Concussion?

    A traumatic brain injury (TBI) can occur when the head hits an object, or a moving object strikes the head. There are three types of TBI:

    • Mild TBI, also called a concussion
    • Moderate TBI
    • Severe TBI

    A TBI can affect how the brain works. The degree of impaired brain function and other symptoms and how long they will last depends on how severe the TBI is. A TBI may lead to headaches, changes in alertness, loss of consciousness, memory loss, and changes in thinking. Moderate to severe TBIs can cause life-long health problems.

    When should I see a Concussion doctor near Athens, GA?

    There are various reasons why you may want to see a specialist, such as: 

    • Your primary care provider recommends it. 
    • Your condition requires expert knowledge and specialized care. 
    • Your symptoms persist or worsen despite treatment. 
    • You need specialized testing or procedures. 
    • You want a second opinion.  

    What should I consider when choosing a Concussion doctor near Athens, GA?

    It’s important to see a provider with expertise in your specific condition. Each provider profile in MediFind’s doctor database includes information on which conditions they treat, years of experience, research contributions, languages spoken, insurance plans accepted, and more.  

    How does MediFind rank Concussion doctors near Athens, GA?

    MediFind’s rankings are based on a variety of data sources, such as the number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials and industry conferences, as well as the number of patients that provider sees for a given condition. Note that MediFind’s provider database is not based on user reviews, and providers do not pay to be included in the database. 

    What types of insurance are accepted by Concussion doctors near Athens, GA?

    Most profiles in MediFind’s doctor database include a list of insurance plans accepted by that provider. However, it’s a good idea to contact the provider’s office to make sure they still accept your insurance, then doublecheck by contacting your insurance plan to confirm they’re in network. 

    How can I book an appointment online with a Concussion doctor near Athens, GA?

    MediFind offers direct scheduling for certain providers using the “Request Appointment” button on that provider’s profile. If the schedule option is not available for a provider, tap the red “Show Phone Number” button on their profile to get their contact information. If you prefer to find providers who offer online scheduling, select “Schedules online” under the “Availability” category of the filter feature on the left side of the Concussion doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Concussion doctor?

    Second opinions are an opportunity to confirm a diagnosis and its root cause, learn about alternative treatment options, or simply gain peace of mind. Many people, especially those with serious diagnoses, get second opinions so they can understand all their options and make informed decisions, so don’t hesitate to get one if you have any doubts or need more information or clarification regarding your care. Note that some insurance plans require second opinions, while others don’t cover second opinions, so be sure to confirm with your insurance provider first.   

    How can I prepare for my appointment with a Concussion doctor near Athens, GA?

    Prepare for your appointment by gathering the following items: 

    • Copies of medical records (dating back at least one year) 
    • Your medical history, including illnesses, medical conditions, surgeries, and other doctors you see 
    • Family history of disease 
    • List of current prescription drugs, over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal remedies or supplements including names and doses 
    • Allergies to medications, food, latex, insects, etc.  
    • List of questions and concerns 
    • Your insurance card 

    You might also contact the provider’s office to see if they offer transportation or childcare services or if you’re allowed to bring a loved one for support or to take notes during your visit. 

    What questions should I ask my Concussion doctor?

    Here are some sample questions: 

    • Can you explain in simple terms what this condition is and how it’s treated? 
    • What symptoms or side effects should I watch for? 
    • What tests will be involved, and when can I expect results? 
    • Are there other specialists I need to see? 
    • What’s the best way to reach you if I have follow-up questions? 

    How can I learn about the latest clinical trials and research advances my Concussion doctor may know about?

    MediFind’s Clinical Trials tool asks you a series of questions to help you narrow down your search by health condition, age, gender, location, how far you’re willing to travel, and more. Each question you answer filters down the number of trials until you find the ones that are most relevant to you. 

    MediFind’s Latest Advances tool features summaries of recent articles published in medical journals. We use cutting-edge technology to scour medical publication databases for the latest research advancements on any given condition, then we simplify this information in a way that’s useful and easy to understand. 

    Can I filter my search to show male or female Concussion doctors near Athens, GA?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Concussion doctor search results page. Select “Female” or “Male” under the “Gender” category to search for female or male providers exclusively. If the “Any” option is selected, it will pull results for both male and female providers. 

    Can I filter my search to find a Concussion doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Concussion doctor search results page. Select “Offers telehealth visits” under the Availability category to search for providers who offer virtual appointments (video calls). 

    Reviewed on: 11/11/24  

    By: MediFind Medical Staff 

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