Smith Stephen W MD

Read More About the PracticeTotal Joint Specialists, with 8 offices in Midtown Atlanta, Sandy Springs, Alpharetta, Braselton, Canton, Cumming, Gainesville, Lawrenceville, and Woodstock, Georgia, offers joint replacement surgery of the hip, knee, shoulder, and ankle using state of the art techniques in the industry. The surgeons utilize smaller incisions that cause less muscle injury and blood loss resulting in better recovery times. The team focuses on multimodal pain management to improve the recovery experience and minimize pain.Total Joint Specialists surgeons may utilize Mako or the DePuy Synthes VELYS robotic-assisted platforms when deemed appropriate by your physician. The center has one the shortest length of stay in the United States, with most patients returning home within 4-6 hours of their operation. Their patients also have one of the lowest readmission rates in the country. This program was developed with the highest standards for outcomes with safety as the focus. This was achieved by integrating surgery, anesthesia, education, therapy, and communication with our team so patients and caretakers feel safe and supported at home. The practice leads the field in having the most experienced surgeons and lowest readmissions in the state.The team atTotal Joint Specialists also offers a range of non-surgical treatments, including non-operative arthritis treatment, physical therapy, and joint injections. These may delay or eliminate the need for surgery, and aid in rehabilitation following surgery. They also offer orthopedic oncology services for patients with musculoskeletal cancers.Total Joint Specialists aims to be the regional leader in total joint replacement, innovation, education, and research through individualized patient care and comprehensive outpatient management. To benefit from their extraordinary skills, call your local office in Midtown Atlanta, Alpharetta, Braselton, Canton, Cumming, Gainesville, Lawrenceville, or Woodstock, or request an appointment online today.