Northside Cherokee Orthopedics & Sports Medicine In Good Hands Meet the Team at Northside Cherokee Orthopedics & Sports Medicine By Cyndi Braun Whether arthritis is making your life difficult, youve experienced an injury while playing sports, or you have annoying muscle or tendon pain that wont go away, the physicians at Northside Cherokee Orthopedics & Sports Medicine want to help you get back to your activities as soon as possible. As former athletes themselves, Drs. Jimmy Jiang, Travis Jones, Stephen Rodes, Brian Seng and Matthew Simmons understand how sports injuries can impact your life. They work as a team to provide you the best possible care. With two locations, one in Holly Springs and one in Woodstock, the practice offers conservative care and minimally-invasive surgery for disorders of the upper and lower extremities, outpatient total joint replacement, concussion management, fracture care and treatment for all sports-related injuries. Dr. Jimmy Jiang Hand and Upper Extremity Surgeon Dr. Jimmy Jiang is a fellowship-trained orthopedic surgeon who specializes in hand, wrist, elbow, shoulder and microvascular surgery. Having received his undergraduate degree in mechanical engineering at Georgia Tech, he is proud to return to the Atlanta area to practice. I enjoy fixing things and helping people. That is what attracted me the most about the field of orthopedics, said Dr. Jiang. I practice hand and upper extremity orthopedics, which means that I focus on the treatment of all conditions from the fingertips to the shoulder.Dr. Jiang commonly treats issues such as carpal tunnel syndrome, De Quervains tendinitis, thumb arthritis, cubital tunnel syndrome, mallet finger, Dupuytrens contracture, trigger finger and broken bones. He provides arthritis care, non-operative treatment of orthopedic conditions, and minimally invasive procedures such as arthroscopy of the upper extremity. If people have a more advanced degenerative joint disease, he also performs joint replacements for the shoulder, elbow and wrist. Ive always enjoyed orthopedics because it allows me to take care of a diverse group of patients from young athletes, to patients who have arthritis in their joints, to those who sustain a traumatic injury, said Dr. Jiang. I customize the most ideal treatment plan for each patient. Dr. Travis Jones Foot and Ankle Surgeon A former collegiate soccer player, Dr. Travis Jones understands how injuries can affect both sports performance and daily life. He specializes in reconstructive foot and ankle surgery, including ankle arthroscopy and total ankle replacement. I treat everything foot-related, from ankle fractures to reconstructive procedures, said Dr. Jones. That includes plantar fasciitis, bunions, diabetic foot, hammer toe, high arch, flat feet, clubfoot, neuroma and severe arthritis. We see arthritis, tendonitis and activity/sports-related problems. A lot are kids and young adults who are active and have an injury that were able to treat conservatively, as well as some with more complex injuries that do need surgery, said Dr. Jones. I enjoy helping make patients lives better by returning them to function. Dr. Stephen Rodes Sports Medicine Surgeon Dr. Stephen Rodes is the newest member of the team, joining the practice in 2017. A board-certified orthopedic surgeon, he has experience treating high school, college and professional athletes. He currently serves as a team physician at each of the high schools in Cherokee County, as well as Reinhardt College. Sports medicine is different than what most people think, said Dr. Rodes. In addition to treating younger athletes, it also includes treating rotator cuff tears in a 70-year-old patient, performing knee scopes for meniscus tears in a 40-year-old weekend warrior, or a variety of other injuries or age related problems. Dr. Rodes has expertise in minimally-invasive, arthroscopic treatment of shoulder, knee and elbow injuries as well as shoulder and knee replacement for arthritis. Im a hands-on type of guy, said Dr. Rodes. I enjoy helping patients get well and get back to doing the activities they enjoy. Dr. Rodes is excited to join Northside Cherokee Orthopedics & Sports Medicine, We work well together and assist each other whenever needed, providing a team-based approach to patient care. Dr. Brian Seng Hip and Knee Surgeon Dr. Seng believes in getting his patients back to activity as soon as possible. Board-certified in orthopedic surgery, he specializes in hips and knees. When nonsurgical treatments are exhausted, worn-out arthritic joints are then (and only then) considered replaceable. Dr. Seng offers a variety of non-surgical and conservative treatments including joint-lubricating injections (viscosupplementation). If surgery is needed, youre in good hands. Dr. Seng has expertise in minimally-invasive procedures including partial knee replacement and the direct anterior approach for total hip replacement. Direct anterior hip replacement is a less invasive way to do hip replacement surgery, said Dr. Seng. It allows patients to get back to normal activity quickly, with less pain and fewer complications. Dr. Seng offers hip replacement surgery on an outpatient basis and uses a rapid recovery program that focuses on educating patients prior to surgery and coordinating postoperative care to get patients moving and home much quicker. Outpatient surgery makes recovery easier for patients; they get to sleep in their own bed, eat their own food, said Dr. Seng. Its a better experience all around. Dr. Matthew Simmons Primary Care Sports Medicine Dr. Simmons is board-certified in sports medicine and family medicine and has experience serving as team physician for numerous schools, including Louisiana State University, Southern University and Parkview Baptist High School. He currently serves as Reinhardt Universitys team physician and coordinates the Sports Medicine Program for all six Cherokee County high schools. Sports medicine doctors are the gatekeepers to a variety of orthopedic issues. Were able to see patients of all age groups, and I enjoy the variety of cases that I see throughout the day and helping them return to the activities they enjoy, said Dr. Simmons. Having trained in family medicine and orthopedics, I tend to have a different scope and approach when I work with patients, said Dr. Simmons. For example, when a runner with a stress fracture comes in, I ask about running schedule, training, equipment and any medical problems that may be contributing to their injury giving patients a comprehensive level of care. What Makes This Practice Special? The physicians at Northside Cherokee Orthopedics & Sports Medicine are committed to serving the needs of the community that they themselves are a part of and offer personalized, one-on-one patient care in a warm environment. Patients get to see a doctor each time they come to the office and have access to the latest treatment modalities without having to travel far. My partners are great doctors and surgeons, but theyre even better people, said Dr. Rodes. We all spend a significant amount of time with each of the patients to ensure that we are able to answer all of their questions and address any concerns. Two Locations684 Sixes RoadSuite 130Holly Springs, GA 30115770-517-6636900 Towne Lake ParkwaySuite 320Woodstock, GA 30189770-517-6636NorthsideCherokeeOrtho.com
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