Tuan L. Bui, M.D., is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery. Dr. Bui is a fellowship trained spine surgeon. Dr. Bui believes that the key to being a good doctor is being a great listener. Dr. Bui lives by this personal philosophy and brings it into his practice of medicine. Areas of Expertise Adult Degenerative Cervical and Lumbar Spinal Pathology Traumatic Spinal Injuries Motion Preservation Technology (Total Disc Arthroplasty) Minimally-Invasive Spinal Surgery Board Certification American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery Education Fellowship: OrthoCarolina, Charlotte, North Carolina 2012 Surgery of the Spine Fellowship Residency: Emory University School of Medicine, Atlanta, Georgia 2011, Orthopaedic Residency Medical Degree: Drexel University College of Medicine, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, Doctor of Medicine 2006 Masters Degree: Emory University School of Medicine, Atlanta, Georgia 1998, Master of Medical Science, Anesthesiologist Assistant Undergraduate Degree: Emory University, Atlanta, Georgia 1996, Bachelor of Science, Biology Professional Memberships Atlanta Spine Society (Founder) American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons North American Spine Society Cervical Spine Research Society International Society for the Advancement of Spine Surgery Community Involvement In his free time, Dr. Bui seeks to give back to the community in the United States and abroad. He enjoys traveling and spends a great deal of time doing volunteer work and medical mission trips. During his fellowship year, he traveled around the country as well as internationally to learn advance technology and surgical techniques that are used around the world. He continues to travel and teach surgeons new innovative techniques and procedures. He is well known and is published in multiple orthopedic journals and media. Insurance Plans Accepted Aetna, BCBS, Champus Tricare, Cigna, Coventry, Humana, Medicare, United Healthcare and many others. Please contact physician office for additional plans covered. Hospital Affiliation Piedmont Atlanta Hospital. Dr. Bui is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Scoliosis. His top areas of expertise are Scoliosis, Sciatica, Spinal Stenosis, Hip Replacement, and Laminectomy.

Douglas B. Kasow, D.O., is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery, and is an American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons Fellow. Dr. Kasow holds AO/ASIF Fellowship training in surgery of the spine and spine trauma. Upon completion of his fellowship, Dr. Kasow received advanced training in spinal trauma under the direction of Dr. Bartolome Marre at the Hospital de Trabajodor in Santiago, Chile.Dr. Kasow specializes in adult degenerative cervical and lumbar spinal pathology, traumatic spinal injuries, motion preservation technology, also known as total disc arthroplasty, and minimally invasive spinal surgery. Dr. Kasow values educating his patients on their underlying condition and personalizing their care so that they can make informed decisions to meet their needs and goals.Dr. Kasow grew up in Atlanta, Georgia and went to Emory University where he was involved with Habitat for Humanity. He is heavily involved in education and research, and has given multiple talks at medical conferences. He frequently mentors high school, college, and medical students considering a career in orthopaedics. Dr. Kasow has served on multiple hospital related committees and most recently was Vice Chair of the Department of Orthopaedics, Gwinnett Hospital System. He is an active sports enthusiast who enjoys snow skiing and scuba diving. Dr. Kasow is married and has two daughters and loves spending time with his family. Dr. Kasow is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Scoliosis. His top areas of expertise are Spinal Stenosis, Spondylolisthesis, Cervical Myelopathy, Laminectomy, and Microdiscectomy.

Richard Maxa is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Duluth, Georgia. Dr. Maxa has been practicing medicine for over 33 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Scoliosis. His top areas of expertise are High Cholesterol, Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Familial Hypertension.

Marek Majoch is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Johns Creek, Georgia. Dr. Majoch is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Scoliosis. His top areas of expertise are High Cholesterol, Bronchitis, Sciatica, and Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia. Dr. Majoch is currently accepting new patients.

Omotayo Akinmade, M.D. received his medical degree from the University of Lagos, Nigeria and completed his post graduate training and residency at the State University of New York Health Science Center, Department of Family Medicine. He received his board certification from the American Board of Family Medicine. He is available to treat urgent care illnesses. Dr. Akinmade previously managed patients from infants to the elderly in the Primary Care Department at Dartmouth Hitchcock Clinic. He has also worked at the National Youth Service Primary Healthcare Center in Katsina, Nigera and at the Lagos University Teaching Hospital in Lagos, Nigeria. His professional affiliations include the American Academy of Family Physicians and the New Hampshire Academy of Family Physicians. His focus includes preventive medicine and the treatment of chronic diseases such as diabetes, hypertension, hypercholesterolemia and prevention and treatment of coronary artery disease. Dr Akinmade believes that his patients are vital parts of the healthcare team and emphasizes the patient-centered medical home model in which the patient-provider relationship is critical for success. He believes in treating the whole individual where patients are real people with real needs. In his free time, Dr Akinmade enjoys spending time with his wife and two young kids. He also enjoys football, tennis and soccer. Dr. Akinmade welcomes new patients and accepts most major insurance plans. We are excited to welcome Dr. Akinmade's new nurse practitioner,Paula Gonzalez Reinemer, to his care team. Dr. Akinmade is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Scoliosis. His top areas of expertise are Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Familial Hypertension, Hypertension, and Type 2 Diabetes (T2D).

Betty Mincey is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Suwanee, Georgia. Dr. Mincey has been practicing medicine for over 31 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Scoliosis. Her top areas of expertise are Postmenopausal Osteoporosis, Osteoporosis, Sitosterolemia, and High Cholesterol.

Eli Garrard is an Orthopedics provider in Johns Creek, Georgia. Dr. Garrard is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Scoliosis. His top areas of expertise are Sciatica, Spinal Stenosis, Scoliosis, and Cervical Spondylosis.

Nate Bernardo is a Physiatrist in Johns Creek, Georgia. Dr. Bernardo is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Scoliosis. His top areas of expertise are Scoliosis, Sciatica, Spinal Stenosis, and Invertebral Disc Disease.

Jason Velez is an Orthopedics provider in Johns Creek, Georgia. Dr. Velez has been practicing medicine for over 22 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Scoliosis. His top areas of expertise are Spinal Stenosis, Spondylolisthesis, Cervical Spondylosis, Microdiscectomy, and Cervical Disc Surgery.

Young Kang is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Duluth, Georgia. Dr. Kang has been practicing medicine for over 34 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Scoliosis. His top areas of expertise are Viral Pharyngitis, Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia, Xanthoma, and Cirrhosis.

Henry Moon is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Johns Creek, Georgia. Dr. Moon is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Scoliosis. His top areas of expertise are High Cholesterol, Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Familial Hypertension. Dr. Moon is currently accepting new patients.

Anju Bhushan is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Suwanee, Georgia. Dr. Bhushan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Scoliosis. Her top areas of expertise are Familial Hypertension, Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Hypothyroidism. Dr. Bhushan is currently accepting new patients.

"Richard B. Johnston, M.D., is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery and is an American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons Fellow. Dr. Johnston is fellowship trained in sports medicine. His specialties are orthopaedic surgery, arthroscopic shoulder and knee surgery and sports medicine. Areas of Expertise Sports Medicine Shoulder Arthroscopy Knee Surgery Board Certification American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, Fellow Education Fellowship: Oasis Sports Medicine and Arthroscopy, San Diego, CA, 1995, Sports Medicine Fellowship Residency: Emory University Affiliated Hospitals, Atlanta, GA, 1994, Orthopaedic Surgery Residency Internship: Emory University Affiliated Hospitals, Atlanta, GA, 1990, General Surgery Internship Medical Degree: Vanderbilt University Medical School, Nashville, TN, 1989, Doctor of Medicine Undergraduate Degree: Vanderbilt University, Nashville, TN, 1985, Bachelor of Science Professional Memberships American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons American Orthopaedic Society for Sports Medicine Atlanta Orthopaedic Society Georgia Orthopaedic Society Hughston Society Medical Association of Georgia Appointments Clinical Instructor of Orthopaedics, Emory University Community Involvement Dr. Johnston's training and expertise in sports medicine have kept him actively involved in many community and professional organizations. Dr. Johnston is a Clinical Instructor of Orthopaedics at Emory University Medical School. He has served as an associate team physician for the Atlanta Falcons, an assistant orthopaedic team physician for the San Diego Chargers football team, and an assistant team physician for the professional International Hockey League. He was an orthopaedic sports medicine physician treating athletes in the Olympic Village during the 1996 Summer Olympic Games and Paralympic Games in Atlanta, Georgia. He has served as a sideline physician for the USA Women's Soccer Team. He has also served as sideline physician for the college football Chick-fil-A Kickoff Game and Chick-fil-A Peach Bowl, and as a physician for the professional tennis players at the annual BB&T Tennis Atlanta Open. He is also the team physician for Chattahoochee High School and other local high schools. Honors / Recognition Been named one of ""America's Top Surgeons"" numerous times, most recently 2012. Been recognized as one of the Top Doctors in Atlanta Orthopaedics and Sports Medicine in 2001. Insurance Plans Accepted Aetna, BCBS, Champus Tricare, Cigna, Coventry, Humana, Medicare, United Healthcare and many others. Please contact physician office for additional plans covered.". Dr. Johnston is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Scoliosis. His top areas of expertise are Tendinitis, Bursitis, Osteoarthritis, and Tenosynovitis.

Ryan W. Lirette, MD, MPH, FAAPMR is Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Specialist with subspecialty certification in Pain Medicine. He practices in our Gwinnett, and Johns Creek locations. He is an American Academy of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Fellow. Dr. Lirette provides nonsurgical orthopedic care to patients utilizing his training in management of musculoskeletal, neuromuscular and sports-related injuries. His practice includes nonsurgical orthopedic medicine, interventional spine and musculoskeletal medicine, kyphoplasty, botox injections to treat dystonia, radiofrequency ablation, spinal cord stimulation, and sympathetic blocks.Dr. Lirette completed his medical training, residency, and fellowship at the Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center in New Orleans. As a PM&R physician Dr. Lirette's goal is to improve function, pain, and quality of life for his patients. Dr. Lirette is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Scoliosis. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Pain, Invertebral Disc Disease, Scoliosis, and Cervical Spondylosis.

Brian E. Morgan, M.D., is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery. Fellowship trained in sports medicine, Dr. Morgan's practice includes general orthopaedics, sports medicine and arthroscopic surgery. Dr. Morgan has special interest in knee, shoulder and hip arthroscopy. Areas of Interest Sports Medicine Knee Arthroscopy Hip Arthroscopy Shoulder Arthroscopy Board Certification American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery Subspecialty certificate: Sports Medicine American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, Fellow Education Fellowship: The Hughston Clinic, Columbus, GA, 2002, Sports Medicine Fellowship Residency: University of Rochester, Rochester, NY, 2001, Orthopaedic Surgery Residency Internship: University of Rochester, Rochester, NY, 1997, General Surgery Internship Medical Degree: Duke University Medical School, Durham, NC, 1996, Doctor of Medicine Undergraduate Degree: Swarthmore College, Swarthmore, PA, 1992, Bachelor's degree in Economics Professional Memberships American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons American Orthopaedic Society for Sports Medicine Arthroscopy Association of North America Georgia Orthopaedic Society Hughston Society Medical Association of Georgia Community Involvement Dr. Morgan's special interest in sports medicine began as a participant. He is an avid sports enthusiast who played soccer and basketball on both the high school and collegiate levels. He is involved in many community, college and professional organizations, serving as an orthopaedic consultant and team physician. He has provided sideline medical coverage for the Chick-fil-A Peach Bowl, Chick-fil-A Kickoff Game and SEC football title games, ATP tennis, Atlanta Silverback Professional Soccer Team and the Georgia Force Arena Football Team. He currently serves as team physician for the Atlanta Gladiators Professional Hockey Team, UGA Hockey and Mill Creek High School Athletics. Appointments Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine, Clinical Assistant Professor, Orthopaedic Surgery Insurance Plans Accepted Aetna, BCBS, Champus Tricare, Cigna, Coventry, Humana, Medicare, United Healthcare and many others. Please contact physician office for additional plans covered. Hospital Affiliation Piedmont Atlanta Hospital. Dr. Morgan is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Scoliosis. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Bursitis, Tenosynovitis, and Tendinitis.

Shyam K. Vekaria, M.D. is a fellowship-trained, board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in our Gwinnett and Johns Creek locations. In addition to treating patients with general orthopedic conditions and fractures, Dr. Vekaria has subspecialty focus and training in total joint replacement and reconstruction surgery, including primary and revision hip and knee replacement. He is particularly interested in total hip replacement utilizing the direct anterior approach, robotic-assisted joint replacement surgery (including total and partial knee replacement), and computer-navigated surgery. He has experience with revision joint replacement surgery for complications after surgery or failed total joints, as well as infection and periprosthetic fracture care. Dr. Vekaria is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Scoliosis. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Invertebral Disc Disease, Tendinitis, Hip Replacement, and Knee Replacement.

Christopher E. Alexander, M.D. is board certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation. He practices in our Brookhaven and Piedmont West locations. Dr. Alexander provides nonsurgical orthopedic care to patients utilizing his training in nonsurgical management of musculoskeletal, neuromuscular, and sports-related injuries. His practice includes nonsurgical orthopedic medicine, interventional spine, and musculoskeletal medicine, Botox injections to treat migraine and dystonia, spinal cord stimulation, and sympathetic blocks.Dr. Alexander is a graduate of Howard University in Washington, D.C. and completed medical school at the University of North Carolina-Chapel Hill. He completed a Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation residency at The University of Miami-Miller School of Medicine and went on to complete a Pain Medicine Fellowship at Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center in Lebanon, New Hampshire. As a PM&R physician, Dr. Alexander's goal is to improve function, pain, and quality of life for his patients. Dr. Alexander is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Scoliosis. His top areas of expertise are Sciatica, Scoliosis, Chronic Pain, and Invertebral Disc Disease.

James Wheeler is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine and General Practice in Duluth, Georgia. Dr. Wheeler is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Scoliosis. His top areas of expertise are High Cholesterol, Obesity in Children, Obesity, and Insomnia. Dr. Wheeler is currently accepting new patients.

Elias Dagnew is a Neurosurgery provider in Suwanee, Georgia. Dr. Dagnew has been practicing medicine for over 29 years and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Scoliosis. His top areas of expertise are Sciatica, Cervical Spondylosis, Scoliosis, Laminectomy, and Microdiscectomy.

Jinahn Kim is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Suwanee, Georgia. Dr. Kim has been practicing medicine for over 36 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Scoliosis. His top areas of expertise are High Cholesterol, Cirrhosis, Xanthoma, and Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia.