Jeffrey Smith, M.D. Joins OrthoAtlanta

Jeffrey P. Smith, M.D., a foot and ankle specialist, has joined OrthoAtlanta and will treat patients in the Gwinnett, Johns Creek, North Fulton and North Metro areas of Atlanta, Georgia. A fellowship-trained foot and ankle surgeon, Dr. Smith has experience treating conditions such as sports injuries, post-traumatic deformity, congenital deformity, acute fractures, tendinopathy, chronic degenerative disease, and acquired toe deformity. In addition to the ankle and foot, Dr. Smith is also well trained to treat a variety of general orthopedic and sports medicine conditions.

“My orthopaedic practice is focused on the treatment of the foot and ankle with a special interest in sports medicine, ” stated Dr. Smith in the August 22, 2016 news release. “I am experienced in treating complex and simple conditions using various techniques. I utilize arthroscopic, minimally invasive and open techniques to correct deformity, preserve and restore cartilage, and return normal function to the foot. For advanced degenerative disease, I offer total ankle replacement or fusion to offer improved function and relief from debilitating pain. I also treat common foot and ankle disorders such as bunions, hammertoes, plantar fasciitis, Achilles tendonitis and forefoot pain.”

“Dr. Jeffrey Smith joins our medical practice to serve patients north of the perimeter who are suffering from foot and ankle pain or injury, ” stated Dr. Michael Behr, OrthoAtlanta Medical Director. “Dr. Smith received his fellowship training at The Andrews Institute for Orthopaedics and Sports Medicine in Gulf Breeze, Florida, a regionally recognized sports medicine institution, and his expertise include a variety of surgical and non-surgical treatment options for foot and ankle pain, injury and disease.”

Dr. Smith told OTW, “As a native of the Atlanta, Georgia area, and specifically Gwinnett County where my practice is located, I am excited to return home to provide care and serve the community where I grew up. I am thrilled with the opportunity to work closely with the fine physicians and staff of OrthoAtlanta, and I am honored to be part of such a great team.

“In my first few months with the practice, I look forward to spending a large portion of my time building new relationships with patients and physicians throughout the community.”

Regarding his philosophy of patient care, Dr. Smith commented to OTW, “I believe the best results are achieved when every patient is treated as I would treat my own family member. Patients deserve a simplified explanation of their condition as well as an honest assessment of their treatment options.”