Pickleball is the fastest-growing sport in the United States, and it’s gaining popularity in Middle Georgia. Macon-Bibb County has dedicated pickleball courts at Tattnall Square Park and John Drew Smith Tennis Center with plans to develop an indoor pickleball center in the “old mall.” Because of the sport’s growing popularity in our area, it’s […]
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OrthoGeorgia is dedicated to helping patients enjoy an active life. No matter your activity of choice – jogging, playing pickleball, or just enjoying outdoor activities with your family – our orthopaedic experts understand how important it is for you to maintain the lifestyle you love. If you’re one of the millions of Americans suffering from […]
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Whether it’s a nagging pain or an acute injury, you want the best in orthopaedic care for you and your family. OrthoGeorgia is Georgia’s choice for orthopaedic excellence, and we’ve built a reputation for outstanding care since our founding more than 60 years ago. Our orthopaedic surgeons and care professionals are trusted by our community’s […]
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Knee Arthritis in the Aging Population My name is Dr. Joey Slappey. I’m an orthopaedic surgeon at OrthoGeorgia here in Macon. I’m originally from Americus, Georgia, and attended Georgia Southwestern College where I graduated from, and then attended the Medical College of Georgia in Augusta followed by an orthopaedic residency at Georgia Baptist Medical Center […]
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What is a Fracture? I am Dr. Ojo, fellowship trained foot & ankle specialist here at OrthoGeorgia. I’m here to talk about ankle fractures. A fracture is a broken bone that can occur anywhere in your body. They are very common in the foot and ankle region. There are different kinds of fractures. We have […]
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Obesity is a problem that affects more than 100 million Americans and is generally defined as a condition in which an individual is carrying more weight than is advisable when considering that individual’s stature or height. Body Mass Index, frequently referred to as BMI, is the most widely accepted measure of obesity and is calculated […]
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