Macon
Timothy R. Stapleton, MD
Board Certified Orthopaedic Surgeon
Sports Medicine Specialist in Central GA
Dr. Stapleton has his primary focus in sports medicine, shoulder reconstruction and joint replacement. He is board certified by American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery and also holds a sub-specialty certification in Orthopaedic Sports Medicine. Dr. Stapleton has served as the primary team physician for the Mercer University athletic program. He continues to proudly serve his Alma Mater in this capacity. He is a Clinical Assistant Professor in the Department of Surgery for Mercer University School of Medicine and an Assistant Clinical Professor of Surgery for the Uniformed Services University of Health Services.
He has authored multiple papers on anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction, elbow arthroscopy and rotator cuff repair.
Education
Certification
Board Certified, American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
Subspecialty Certificate in Orthopaedic Sports Medicine
Fellowship
Hughston Clinic under the direction of Dr. Jack Hughston, Georgia
Residency
United States Air Force, Florida and Texas
Medical Degree
Mercer University School of Medicine, Macon
Affiliations
Dr. Stapleton’s Orthopaedic Specialties
Hip Replacement and Surgery in Macon
- Total hip joint replacement and revision
- Fracture management
- Arthritis
- Hip arthroscopy
- Impingement
- Tendon repair
- Tendonitis
- Joint restoration/preservation
- Labral repair
Knee Surgery and Care
- Total knee joint replacement and revision
- Cartilage injuries and restoration
- Arthritis
- Arthroscopy
- Meniscus repairs
- Fracture care
Treatment for Shoulder Conditions and Injuries
- Total shoulder joint replacement
- Bankart repair
- Bursitis
- Frozen shoulder
- Fracture care
- Rotator cuff pathology
- Arthritis
- Joint restoration/preservation
- Labral repairs
Sports Medicine Care in Central GA
- Arthroscopy
- Anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) repair
- Meniscus tears
- Cartilage restoration
- Fracture care
- Joint restoration/preservation
Patient Testimonials
Dr. Stapleton’s Advanced Practice Provider
Josh Mullis, FNP-C
Awards and Affiliations
