Overview
Dr. Skandalakis was born and raised in Atlanta, Georgia. He attended The Westminster Schools and graduated from the Georgia Institute of Technology with a BS degree in Applied Physics. He attended Emory University School of Medicine and completed his general surgery training at Cook County Hospital and University of Illinois in Chicago. After leaving Chicago, he was on the staff at the Medical College of Georgia in the trauma and critical care department. He then moved to Atlanta where he entered private practice with his father. It was from his father (who was also a professor of anatomy at Emory) that he learned his love of that subject. He has been involved with teaching anatomy to fourth year medical students at Emory University. He is presently a Adjunct Professor of Surgery at Emory. He has numerous publications on anatomy and surgical technique including Journal publications as well as book chapters and books. The fourth edition of his Surgical Anatomy and Technique is soon to be published and previous editions have been translated into many languages. He has a particular interest in hernias.
Dr. Skandalakis is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Hernia, Umbilical Hernia, Thrombophlebitis, and Hernia Surgery.
His clinical research consists of co-authoring 1 peer reviewed article. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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3193 Howell Mill Road Northwest, Suite 125, Atlanta, GA 30327
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Lee J. Skandalakis
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Lee J. Skandalakis?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Lee J. Skandalakis by calling their office at 770-696-3586. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Lee J. Skandalakis a top-rated expert for Hernia?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Lee J. Skandalakis is classified as an Advanced expert for Hernia, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.
What conditions does Dr. Lee J. Skandalakis specialize in?
While Dr. Lee J. Skandalakis is a General Surgery, they have specific expertise in Hernia, Umbilical Hernia, and Hernia Surgery. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within General Surgery.
Does Dr. Lee J. Skandalakis participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Lee J. Skandalakis has published 1 articles and abstracts on conditions like Hernia. You can view a list of Dr. Lee J. Skandalakis's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Lee J. Skandalakis accept my insurance?
Dr. Lee J. Skandalakis accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Alliant Health. We recommend calling the office directly at 770-696-3586 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
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- HerniaDr. Skandalakis isAdvanced. Learn about Hernia.
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- Hernia SurgeryDr. Skandalakis isExperienced. Learn about Hernia Surgery.
- ThrombophlebitisDr. Skandalakis isExperienced. Learn about Thrombophlebitis.
- Umbilical HerniaDr. Skandalakis isExperienced. Learn about Umbilical Hernia.