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 Ulnar Nerve Dysfunction. His top areas of expertise are Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Ganglion Cyst, Rhizarthrosis, and Synovitis.

Orthopaedic Surgery / Hand and Upper Extremity Virginia M. Jones, M.D. is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery. Dr. Jones is fellowship trained in hand and upper extremity surgery. Her practice includes general orthopaedics and sports medicine with specialty training in surgery of the hand and upper extremities. Areas of Expertise Hand and Upper Extremity Surgery Sports Medicine Board Certification American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery Education Fellowship: University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburg, PA, 2013, Hand and Upper Extremity Fellowship Residency: Boston University Medical Center, Boston, MA, 2012, Orthopaedic Surgery Internship Internship: Boston University Medical Center, Boston, MA, 2008, General Surgery Internship Medical Degree: Emory University School of Medicine, Atlanta, GA, 2007, Doctor of Medicine Undergraduate Degree: Davidson College, Davidson, NC, 2001, Bachelor of Science, Biology, Concentration in Medical Humanities Professional Memberships American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgery American Society for Surgery of the Hand American College of Surgeons Association of Women Surgeons Society of Microsurgical Specialists Georgia Orthopaedic Society Community Involvement Dr. Jones is active in the community educating in the area of hand and upper extremities, including the dangers of carpal tunnel. She is an active contributor to the Piedmont Healthcare Living Better blog site (see Related Stories on this page). Publications Jones VM, Morse A, Andoga AM, Baratz ME. Osteochondritis Dissecans of the Elbow. Operative Techniques in Orthopaedics 23: 224-231. 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 Henry Hospital Piedmont Fayette Hospital Piedmont Newnan Hospital. Dr. Jones is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ulnar Nerve Dysfunction. Her top areas of expertise are Rhizarthrosis, Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Dupuytren Contracture, Tenosynovitis, and Hip Replacement.

Gary Lourie is a Hand Surgeon in Atlanta, Georgia. Dr. Lourie has been practicing medicine for over 44 years and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ulnar Nerve Dysfunction. His top areas of expertise are Rhizarthrosis, Radial Nerve Dysfunction, Tennis Elbow, Nerve Decompression, and Osteotomy.

Snehal C. Dalal, M.D., is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery. Fellowship trained in surgery of the hand and upper extremity, including elbow and shoulder arthroscopy and reconstruction, Dr. Dalal's practice includes general orthopaedics and sports medicine. Dr. Dalal has special interest, training and experience in the diagnosis and treatment of employment injuries.Dr. Dalal has served as team physician for Duluth and Central Gwinnett High Schools, co-director of the BB&T Atlanta Open professional tennis tournaments, and side-line physician for the Chick-fil-A Peach Bowl and Chick-fil-A Kickoff Game. Dr. Dalal also serves as the hand surgeon for the Atlanta Gladiators professional hockey team. Honors / Recognition Appointments: Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine, Clinical Assistant Professor, Orthopaedic Surgery. Dr. Dalal is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ulnar Nerve Dysfunction. His top areas of expertise are Ganglion Cyst, Tenosynovitis, Rhizarthrosis, and Tendinitis.

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 Ulnar Nerve Dysfunction. His top areas of expertise are Thoracic Outlet Syndrome, Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Dupuytren Contracture, Fasciotomy, and Endoscopy.

Ethan W. Dean, MD is a board-certified, fellowship-trained Orthopedic surgeon specializing in hand and upper extremity practicing in our Marietta location.Dr. Dean attended the University of Georgia where he graduated with high honors. After graduating from UGA he attended Yale Medical School. He completed his orthopedic surgery residency and hand and upper extremity fellowship at The University of Florida in Gainesville, FL. Dr. Dean is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ulnar Nerve Dysfunction. His top areas of expertise are Tennis Elbow, Tendinitis, Tenosynovitis, and Carpal Tunnel Syndrome.

Dr. Cody Hightower provides orthopedic care to patients in our Douglasville location. He is a candidate member of both the American Society for Surgery of the Hand and the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons. His practice includes general orthopedics with a focus and specialty fellowship training in surgery of the hand, elbow, and shoulder. His specific areas of surgical interest are listed below.Dr. Hightower is a Georgia native who graduated from the University of Georgia with a Bachelor of Science in biology and then completed his Doctorate of Medicine at the Medical College of Georgia. He completed his orthopedic surgery residency at Prisma Health/University of South Carolina. He then completed an extra year of subspecialty fellowship training at the University of Alabama Birmingham where he worked at the Andrews Sports Medicine Institute. Dr. Hightower is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ulnar Nerve Dysfunction. His top areas of expertise are Bursitis, Tenosynovitis, Tendinitis, and Tennis Elbow.

Dr. Mahajan earned her medical degree at Government Medical College in Amritsar, India. She then attended the University of New Mexico / Raymond G. Murphy VA Medical Center in Albuquerque where she completed a residency in neurology and a fellowship in clinical neurophysiology. She is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.Dr. Mahajan is board certified in neurology and clinical neurophysiology and is a member of the American Academy of Neurology. Her special interests include general neurology, epilepsy, headaches, stroke and neurodiagnostic procedures.In her spare time, Dr. Mahajan enjoys spending time with family and traveling. Dr. Mahajan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ulnar Nerve Dysfunction. Her top areas of expertise are Epilepsy, Essential Tremor, Seizures, and Migraine.

Tobias von Bergen, MD is a board certified orthopedic surgeon, fellowship trained in hand and upper extremity surgery. Dr. von Bergen's practice includes wrist, elbow, and shoulder arthroscopy and reconstruction, comprehensive care of adult and pediatric upper extremity injuries and ailments, fracture care, as well as work injuries. He has a special interest in advanced care for lost limbs, including targeted muscle reinnervation, regenerative peripheral nerve surgery and neuroma management. Dr. Von Bergen is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ulnar Nerve Dysfunction. His top areas of expertise are Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Trigger Thumb, Tennis Elbow, Rhizarthrosis, and Nerve Decompression.

Alain Czaykowsky is a General Surgeon in Lawrenceville, Georgia. Dr. Czaykowsky is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ulnar Nerve Dysfunction. His top areas of expertise are Ulnar Nerve Dysfunction, Ganglion Cyst, Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, and Rhizarthrosis. Dr. Czaykowsky 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 Ulnar Nerve Dysfunction. His top areas of expertise are Rhizarthrosis, Dupuytren Contracture, Trigger Thumb, and Carpal Tunnel Syndrome. Dr. Katz is currently accepting new patients.

Ernest Howard is a Physiatrist in Atlanta, Georgia. Dr. Howard has been practicing medicine for over 41 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ulnar Nerve Dysfunction. His top areas of expertise are Sciatica, Scoliosis, Complex Regional Pain Syndrome, and Phantom Limb Pain.

Bryce Gillespie is a Hand Surgeon in Atlanta, Georgia. Dr. Gillespie has been practicing medicine for over 20 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ulnar Nerve Dysfunction. His top areas of expertise are Macrodactyly of the Hand, Rhizarthrosis, Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Ganglion Cyst, and Nerve Decompression.

Dale Reed is an Orthopedics provider in Calhoun, Georgia. Dr. Reed is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ulnar Nerve Dysfunction. His top areas of expertise are Frozen Shoulder, Osteoarthritis, Tendinitis, Bursitis, and Hip Replacement. Dr. Reed is currently accepting new patients.

Arthur Schiff is a Neurologist in Lawrenceville, Georgia. Dr. Schiff is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ulnar Nerve Dysfunction. His top areas of expertise are Cervical Myelopathy, Peripheral Neuropathy, Ulnar Nerve Dysfunction, and Myelin Oligodendrocyte Glycoprotein Antibody-Associated Disease. Dr. Schiff is currently accepting new patients.

Sean Blake is an Orthopedics provider in Columbus, Georgia. Dr. Blake has been practicing medicine for over 19 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ulnar Nerve Dysfunction. His top areas of expertise are Trigger Thumb, Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Rhizarthrosis, and Dupuytren Contracture.

John Seiler is a Hand Surgeon in Atlanta, Georgia. Dr. Seiler is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ulnar Nerve Dysfunction. His top areas of expertise are Rhizarthrosis, Synovial Osteochondromatosis, Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Dupuytren Contracture, and Nerve Decompression.

Stephen Klasson is a Hand Surgeon in Rome, Georgia. Dr. Klasson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ulnar Nerve Dysfunction. His top areas of expertise are Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Rhizarthrosis, Hemangiopericytoma, Trigger Thumb, and Fasciotomy.

Giles Becker is a Hand Surgeon and an Orthopedics provider in Atlanta, Georgia. Dr. Becker is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ulnar Nerve Dysfunction. His top areas of expertise are Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Rhizarthrosis, Dupuytren Contracture, Ganglion Cyst, and Fasciotomy. Dr. Becker is currently accepting new patients.

Amit Patel is a Hand Surgeon in Canton, Georgia. Dr. Patel is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ulnar Nerve Dysfunction. His top areas of expertise are Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Rhizarthrosis, Dupuytren Contracture, and Ganglion Cyst.