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John Vachtsevanos, MD

Dr. John G. Vachtsevanos is a highly experienced, board-certified orthopedic surgeon with Specialty Orthopaedics, offering expert care in sports-related injuries, arthroscopic shoulder and knee surgery, ligament reconstruction, and total joint replacements for patients throughout Northeast Georgia.

He earned his medical degree from Baylor College of Medicine and completed his general surgery internship and orthopedic residency at Emory University School of Medicine. Dr. Vachtsevanos went on to complete fellowship training in sports medicine at the Orthopaedic Specialty Hospital in Salt Lake City, Utah. He is double board certified in Orthopaedic Surgery and Orthopaedic Sports Medicine by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.

Dr. Vachtsevanos is affiliated with Northeast Georgia Medical Center and the Specialty Orthopaedics Surgery Center. He also serves as a team physician for several local colleges and high school athletic programs, bringing advanced orthopedic care to athletes at all levels. Dr. Vachtsevanos is known for his comprehensive, patient-focused approach to orthopedic treatment, helping individuals achieve improved function, mobility, and quality of life.

Education

  • Undergraduate
    Stanford University
  • Medical School
    Baylor College of Medicine
  • Internship
    General Surgery, Emory University School of Medicine
  • Residency
    Orthopaedic Surgery, Emory University School of Medicine
  • Fellowship
    Sports Medicine, with Lonnie Paulos at Orthopaedic Specialty Hospital, Salt Lake City, Utah

Certification

  • Double Board Certified, American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
  • Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
    Board of Orthopaedic Sports Medicine

Memberships

  • Fellow, American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons
  • American Orthopaedic Society for Sports Medicine
  • Arthroscopy Association of North America
  • Hall County Medical Society
  • Medical Association of Georgia
  • NFL Team Physicians

Hospital Affiliations

Team Affiliations

  • University of North Georgia
  • Young Harris College
  • North Hall High School
  • East Hall High School
  • Lanier Christian Academy
  • Riverside Military Academy
  • Orthopedic Consultant for the Atlanta Falcons

Specialty Interests

John Vachtsevanos
John Vachtsevanos, MD

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