Dr. Margo A. Jimenez was born and raised in Georgia. She earned her undergraduate degree from the College of Charleston in Charleston, SC, and her Doctorate in Podiatric Medicine (DPM) from Temple University in Philadelphia, PA. Dr. Jimenez then returned to Georgia and had the unique opportunity to work with her father Dr. A Louis Jimenez for the first 15 years of her career and continues to work alongside her brother, Dr. Dorian Jimenez. Her love of children has led to a special interest in pediatrics and sports injuries.Dr. Margo A. Jimenez completed her residency in Advanced Reconstructive Surgery of the Foot and Ankle at Northlake Medical Center in Tucker, GA. She is passionate about the education and advancement of Podiatric Medicine and continues to be actively involved in the resident training program at Emory University School of Medicine. She lectures nationally and is a member of the Podiatry Institute, an internationally recognized teaching foundation dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for patients with foot, ankle, and leg disorders through innovative education, research, and service. She has published multiple articles on Reconstructive Surgery of the Foot and Ankle and has contributed multiple chapters in the Podiatry Institute Manual. Dr. Jimenez donates her time and expertise to medical missions to the Dominican Republic and plans to continue missions to all areas in need.Dr. Jimenez enjoys spending time with her family on their small farm in Monroe, GA. She is very active in her community and her church. She enjoys baking, farming, gardening, soccer, and going on adventures with her family. Dr. Margo Jimenez is a wonderful mother, wife, sister, daughter, friend, and doctor. We know you will love her & she looks forward to helping you put your best foot forward!. Ms. Jimenez is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Synovitis. Her top areas of expertise are Tendinitis, Metatarsalgia, Ingrown Toenail, and Fungal Nail Infection.

Elliot Nacke, MD is board certified in Orthopaedic and Hand Surgery. Dr. Nacke treats conditions including compressive neuropathies such as carpal tunnel syndrome and cubital tunnel syndrome. He also treats tendinopathies including trigger finger, de Quervain's tenosynovitis and tennis elbow; fractures of the hand, wrist and elbow; wrist and hand arthritis; and nerve injuries. Dr. Nacke is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Synovitis. His top areas of expertise are Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Ganglion Cyst, Rhizarthrosis, and Synovitis.

Dr. Jonathan Payne grew up in nearby Loganville, Georgia. He attended the University of Georgia and received a degree in biochemistry and molecular biology in 2008. Prior to beginning medical school, he volunteered to join the United States Army and was commissioned as an officer. He went on to complete medical training at The Medical College of Georgia in 2013. Following graduation, Dr. Payne completed five years of orthopedic surgery training at the San Antonio Military Medical Center, the only level 1 trauma center in the entire military.After completing residency in 2018, Dr. Payne served four years as a military orthopedic surgeon and performed hundreds of surgeries during this time. He played a key role in bringing robotic surgery capabilities to Fort Hood, Texas and has several years' experience with this technology.He is a combat veteran and deployed to a remote location in the Middle East with the elite Green Beret soldiers of the 5th Special Forces Group. During this time, he performed multiple surgeries on casualties near the front lines of a war zone and provided humanitarian medical aid to the local population. Dr. Payne has research articles published in peer-reviewed orthopedic journals and is a fellow of the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons.Dr. Payne is board certified and specializes in major joint surgery of the shoulder, hip, and knee. He cares for problems related to tendon and ligament injuries, broken bones, arthritis and a wide range of injuries from sports and daily activities.He is happily married with two children, and has two miniature wiener dogs named Beau and Georgia. He enjoys spending time with family and is active in his church. The Georgia Bulldogs are near and dear to his heart as well as his mama's home cooking. Dr. Payne is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Synovitis. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Tendinitis, Bursitis, Tenosynovitis, and Hip Replacement.

Alexander Graf, MD, earned his medical degree and completed his residency at the Medical College of Wisconsin. He then completed a fellowship in Hand and Upper Extremity surgery at Emory University. Dr. Graf is board certified in Orthopedic Surgery.Dr. Graf specializes in Hand and Upper Extremity surgery. His special interests include common and complex conditions involving the shoulder to fingertip. He offers treatment for shoulder arthritis, rotator cuff tears, as well as fractures, dislocations, compression neuropathy, tendinopathy and other conditions. Dr. Graf is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Synovitis. His top areas of expertise are Thoracic Outlet Syndrome, Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Kienbock's Disease, Fasciotomy, and Endoscopy.

Michael Shuler is a Hand Surgeon and an Orthopedics provider in Athens, Georgia. Dr. Shuler is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Synovitis. His top areas of expertise are Compartment Syndrome, Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Rhizarthrosis, Dupuytren Contracture, and Fasciotomy. Dr. Shuler is currently accepting new patients.

Frank Dipalma is a Podiatric Medicine provider in Athens, Georgia. Dr. Dipalma is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Synovitis. His top areas of expertise are Synovitis, Tendinitis, Fibromatosis, and Ledderhose Disease. Dr. Dipalma is currently accepting new patients.

Mark Twedt is a Radiologist in Athens, Georgia. Dr. Twedt is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Synovitis. His top areas of expertise are Pulmonary Fibrosis, Tenosynovitis, Pleurisy, and Pleural Effusion. Dr. Twedt is currently accepting new patients.

Patrick Aldred is a Radiologist in Athens, Georgia. Dr. Aldred is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Synovitis. His top areas of expertise are Pleurisy, Pleural Effusion, Tenosynovitis, and Visceromegaly. Dr. Aldred is currently accepting new patients.

Joseph Johnson is an Orthopedics provider in Athens, Georgia. Dr. Johnson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Synovitis. His top areas of expertise are Tendinitis, Achilles Tendon Rupture, Plantar Fasciitis, Tenosynovitis, and Hip Replacement. Dr. Johnson is currently accepting new patients.

John Dorris is an Orthopedics provider in Athens, Georgia. Dr. Dorris is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Synovitis. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Tendinitis, Tenosynovitis, Knee Replacement, and Hip Replacement. Dr. Dorris is currently accepting new patients.

Mason Florence is an Orthopedics provider in Athens, Georgia. Dr. Florence is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Synovitis. His top areas of expertise are Tendinitis, Osteoarthritis, Bursitis, Hip Replacement, and Knee Replacement. Dr. Florence is currently accepting new patients.

David Katz is an Orthopedics provider in Athens, Georgia. Dr. Katz is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Synovitis. His top areas of expertise are Rhizarthrosis, Dupuytren Contracture, Trigger Thumb, and Carpal Tunnel Syndrome. Dr. Katz is currently accepting new patients.

Ormonde Mahoney is an Orthopedics provider in Athens, Georgia. Dr. Mahoney is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Synovitis. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Bursitis, Tendinitis, Knee Replacement, and Hip Replacement. Dr. Mahoney is currently accepting new patients.

Patrick Cherry is a Radiologist in Athens, Georgia. Dr. Cherry is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Synovitis. His top areas of expertise are Tenosynovitis, Synovial Osteochondromatosis, Pleurisy, and Headache. Dr. Cherry is currently accepting new patients.

Mauro Rossi is a Podiatric Medicine provider in Athens, Georgia. Dr. Rossi is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Synovitis. His top areas of expertise are Ledderhose Disease, Plantar Fasciitis, Fibromatosis, and Ingrown Toenail. Dr. Rossi is currently accepting new patients.

Dr. Stephen White is a native Georgian, born and raised in Bronwood, Georgia. He attended the University of Georgia, where he lettered in football and was a member of the 2005 SEC Championship team. He graduated Magna Cum Laude in 2006. He completed his medical education at the Medical College of Georgia, graduating in 2012. He then trained as a resident in orthopedic surgery at the University of South Alabama in Mobile, AL.He went on to do further training with a fellowship in foot and ankle surgery at the prestigious OrthoCarolina Foot and Ankle Institute in Charlotte, North Carolina. In his fellowship, Dr. White had training and mentorship under multiple world-renowned surgeons, and he was involved in the care of professional athletes. He has trained in a variety of orthopedic foot and ankle procedures, including primary and revision ankle replacements, all forms of foot and ankle trauma, and complex foot and ankle reconstructions.Dr. White provides care for general orthopedic problems such as fracture care and treatment of arthritis. This care includes both surgical as well as non-operative treatment. He has a particular interest in lower extremity trauma and foot & ankle surgery.Dr. White has been published in peer-reviewed orthopedic journals, co-authored several book chapters, and is a member of both the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons and the American Orthopaedic Foot and Ankle Society.Dr. White is happily married with 5 children, 4 boys and a girl. He is actively involved in his church. He enjoys time with his family, sports, hunting, fishing, and traveling. Dr. White is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Synovitis. His top areas of expertise are Tendinitis, Flat Feet, Achilles Tendon Rupture, and Plantar Fasciitis.

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 Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Synovitis. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Tendinitis, Frozen Shoulder, and Tenosynovitis.

Eric Gordon, M.D. graduated from UGA and received his medical degree from the Medical College of Georgia. He completed his orthopedic surgery residency at the Medical University of South Carolina and was selected to complete an ACGME accredited fellowship in orthopedic sports medicine at Emory University. Dr. Gordon has served as a team orthopedic surgeon for several professional and collegiate teams including the Atlanta Falcons and the Atlanta Hawks. He is a current official team orthopedic surgeon for the University of Georgia athletics.Dr. Gordon specializes in advanced arthroscopic treatment of complex sports injuries and disorders of the shoulder, hip, knee and ankle. He has a particular interest in arthroscopic cartilage restoration, joint preservation, meniscus repair, complex knee ligament reconstruction, rotator cuff repair and shoulder instability reconstruction.Dr. Gordon is published in multiple peer-reviewed orthopedic journals and textbooks and has spoken nationally and internationally on advanced orthopedic cartilage techniques.In his spare time, Dr. Gordon enjoys surfing, kitesurfing, racquetball, soccer, fishing, golf, skiing and rooting for the Dawgs.Eric Gordon, M.D. welcomes new patients and accepts most insurance plans. Dr. Gordon is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Synovitis. His top areas of expertise are Tendinitis, Bursitis, Tenosynovitis, and Gorham's Disease.

Lauren Gadson is a Physician Assistant in Watkinsville, Georgia. Ms. Gadson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Synovitis. Her top areas of expertise are Tendinitis, Osteoarthritis, Tenosynovitis, and Synovitis. Ms. Gadson is currently accepting new patients.

Paul Henkel is an Orthopedics provider in Watkinsville, Georgia. Dr. Henkel is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Synovitis. His top areas of expertise are Infectious Arthritis, Compartment Syndrome, Caffey Disease, Tenosynovitis, and Hip Replacement. Dr. Henkel is currently accepting new patients.