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Orthopaedic Surgeons in Augusta, GA

Orthopaedic surgeons specialise in bones, joints, muscles and ligaments, with and without surgery. Below are 30 orthopaedic surgeons with a practice in Augusta, Georgia, from the federal NPI Registry, with what to bring and ask so your visit counts.

Orthopaedic Surgeons in Augusta

  1. William H. Hudson, MD Orthopaedics Augusta, GA 30901
  2. Matthew P. Link, MD Orthopaedics Augusta, GA 30901
  3. Thomas E. Bailey, MD Orthopaedics Augusta, GA 30912
  4. Margaret P. Boston, MD Orthopaedics Augusta, GA 30912
  5. Patrick D. Grimm, MD Orthopaedics Augusta, GA 30909
  6. Uzondu F. Agochukwu, MD Orthopaedics Augusta, GA 30912
  7. John G. Devine, MD Orthopaedics Augusta, GA 30912
  8. William F. McCormick, MD Orthopaedics Augusta, GA 30912
  9. Derek C. Whitaker, MD Orthopaedics Augusta, GA 30912
  10. Kelly Homlar, MD Orthopaedics Augusta, GA 30909
  11. Adam T. Archie, MD Orthopaedics Augusta, GA 30912
  12. John H. Franklin, MD Orthopaedics Augusta, GA 30909
  13. William Delk Orthopaedics Augusta, GA 30912
  14. Sahil Patel, MD Orthopaedics Augusta, GA 30912
  15. Paul J. Herzwurm, MD Orthopaedics Augusta, GA 30901
  16. Timothy L. Waters, MD Orthopaedics Augusta, GA 30912
  17. Douglas R. Phillips, MD Orthopaedics Augusta, GA 30901
  18. Nathan R. Kukowski, MD Orthopaedics Augusta, GA 30909
  19. Robert L. Brand, MD Orthopaedics Augusta, GA 30909
  20. David Gallagher, MD Orthopaedics Augusta, GA 30909
  21. Merritt Thompson Orthopaedics Augusta, GA 30912
  22. Nicholas M. Capito, MD Orthopaedics Augusta, GA 30909
  23. Terry L. Mueller, DO Orthopaedics Augusta, GA 30901
  24. Emily K. Biagini, MD Orthopaedics Augusta, GA 30912
  25. Stephen Parada, MD Orthopaedics Augusta, GA 30912
  26. Lynn A. Crosby, MD Orthopaedics Augusta, GA 30912
  27. Larry W. Carter, MD Orthopaedics Augusta, GA 30901
  28. Styles L. Bertrand, MD Orthopaedics Augusta, GA 30912
  29. John A. Bojescul, MD Orthopaedics Augusta, GA 30909
  30. Terry L. Arrington, MD Orthopaedics Augusta, GA 30901

Listings come from the CMS NPPES NPI Registry, the public federal record of licensed providers, checked October 2026. Being listed is not a recommendation or an endorsement, and we do not receive anything from these doctors. Call the office to confirm insurance, availability and that they are accepting new patients. In an emergency, call 911.

When to see an orthopaedic surgeon

Common reasons

  • Knee, hip and shoulder pain
  • Back and neck problems
  • Sports injuries and fractures
  • Arthritis
  • Recovery after joint surgery

Signs it may be time

  • Joint pain limits your daily life
  • An injury is not improving after a few weeks
  • Your primary care doctor or physical therapist referred you
  • You are deciding whether surgery makes sense

How to get the most from your orthopaedic surgeon visit

1

Before: what to bring

  • A list of everything you take, including supplements, with how often
  • Your insurance card and photo ID
  • Recent lab results or imaging reports, if another clinician ordered them
  • X-rays or MRI reports and discs, if you have them
  • Notes on what movements make the pain worse or better
2

During: questions to ask

  • What is causing the pain, and what are my options without surgery?
  • If surgery is an option, what does recovery look like?
  • What activities should I avoid or keep doing?
  • How will we know if things are improving?
3

After: what to keep track of

  • Pain level each day and what you were doing
  • Physical therapy exercises completed
  • Sleep and swelling

After your visit

Keep the plan going between appointments

Recovery happens at home, one day at a time. Tracking pain, exercises and progress lets your surgeon or physical therapist see whether you are on track, and catch setbacks early. Emerge Care, free to download on iPhone, is built for exactly that: tell it how you feel in your own words, get plain answers with the source behind every fact, and walk into your next orthopaedic surgeon appointment in Augusta with a one-page summary and your questions ready.

  • Log symptoms and side effects by talking
  • Answers that name their source
  • One-page visit summary PDF
  • Health records stay on your iPhone
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Questions

How do I find an orthopaedic surgeon in Augusta?

This page lists 30 orthopaedic surgeons with a practice in Augusta, Georgia (ZIP codes 30901, 30909, 30912), from the federal NPI Registry. Call the office to confirm they take your insurance and are accepting new patients.

Do I need a referral to see an orthopaedic surgeon in Augusta?

It depends on your insurance plan, not the state. HMO plans usually need a referral from your primary care doctor; many PPO plans do not. Check with your plan before booking.

What should I bring to my first orthopaedic surgeon appointment?

A list of everything you take, including supplements, with how often; Your insurance card and photo ID; Recent lab results or imaging reports, if another clinician ordered them; X-rays or MRI reports and discs, if you have them; Notes on what movements make the pain worse or better.

Do I need a referral to see an orthopaedic surgeon?

Many insurance plans need one; some do not. Check your plan before booking.

Does seeing an orthopaedic surgeon mean I need surgery?

No. Many conditions are treated without surgery, with physical therapy, activity changes or injections.

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