Ashford Orthopedic Specialists is an orthopedic surgery and sports medicine practice serving active patients in Athens, Georgia, and the surrounding areas. Orthopedic surgeon William Ashford, MD, offers experienced and cutting-edge treatment for musculoskeletal injuries and conditions that commonly affect physically active people.
Upon arrival at Ashford Orthopedic Specialists, patients see Dr. Ashford right away without going through an assistant or nurse practitioner first. He listens to patients intently and respects their personal preferences and requests. He creates tailored treatment strategies appropriate for each individual.
Dr. Ashford treats injuries associated with sports and physical activity, including knee injuries such as anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) tears, posterior cruciate ligament tears, and meniscus injuries. He also treats shoulder injuries like rotator cuff tears, dislocations, and more. Additionally, Dr. Ashford specializes in conditions of the elbow and hand, such as tennis elbow, golfers elbow, carpal tunnel and trigger fingers.
Ashford Orthopedic Specialists provides cutting-edge treatments to help you make a full recovery. Dr. Ashford frequently performs procedures including viscosupplementation and joint injections. He is also an expert in minimally invasive surgeries such as knee arthroscopy and shoulder arthroscopy. In cases of more severe diseases, he may recommend more traditional open surgical approaches. An example of this is a total shoulder arthroplasty (shoulder replacement).
For individualized care for all of your musculoskeletal needs, call Ashford Orthopedic Specialists to book an appointment or schedule your visit online today.
OUR MISSION
To provide patients in Athens with cutting-edge musculoskeletal care in a friendly, personalized setting
For your convenience, Ashford Orthopedic Specialists accepts most major insurance plans. Click on “View full list of companies” to see a list of commonly accepted insurances. This list is not entirely inclusive of all the plans we accept. For specific insurance plan inquiries, please contact the office .
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