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As compassionate experts committed to serving the hand and upper extremity needs of area residents, our specialty-trained doctors are frequently featured in the news. We encourage you to bookmark this page and check back often to see the latest news and updates as well as events.

At The Hand & Upper Extremity Center of Georgia, we proudly offer specialized care you can trust for orthopedic injuries and conditions affecting the hand, wrist, elbow, and shoulder through our three convenient locations in Atlanta, Alpharetta, and Cumming.

Veteran Climbs Mt. Kilimanjaro After Care at The Hand & Upper Extremity Center of Georgia

Cameron W. of Acworth, Georgia, is a retired Marine Corps Infantry captain and stay-at-home dad. In 2010, he sustained severe injuries serving in Afghanistan including the loss of vision in one eye, amputation of his right leg, and significant…

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The Hand & Upper Extremity Center of Georgia on Rising Pickleball Injuries & Safety

The specialty-trained hand doctors at The Hand & Upper Extremity Center of Georgia have noted an increase in upper extremity injuries alongside the growing number of pickleball players. As specialists in pickleball-related injuries, the practice…

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Dr. Peljovich Leads Research at Atlanta Site for Nationwide Study

In a significant development aimed at enhancing the care for children with birth differences, the Congenital Upper extremity Limb Disorders (CoULD) observational study has expanded its network to include The Hand & Upper Extremity Center of…

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Hopeless To Hopeful: Comeback Kid Swims Thanks to The Expertise of Dr. Gillespie

Emma’s passion for swimming started at only five years old, and at age nine, her family moved to Cumming, Georgia, where she swam for Swim Atlanta Midway. Her coach Max soon realized that Emma had a gift. Her determination to work and train hard…

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Dr. Allan Peljovich Works to Make Adventurers Seek Again

Ivan Rodriguez sustained a complete spinal cord injury at work that he says he was lucky to survive. After surgery, Ivan transferred to Shepherd Center, where he became a candidate for tendon transfers. With the expertise of Allan E. Peljovich, M.D…

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NOW AT ALL LOCATIONS!

Our Clearwave check-in process for patients is now available at all three of our locations: Atlanta, Alpharetta, and Cumming! The Clearwave system will allow for patients to Pre-Check before their visit and streamline their arrival. With Pre-Check,…

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BE SEEN TODAY!

We are proud to offer same-day appointments at our Cumming location! Our fellowship-trained, board-certified orthopedic surgeons are noted experts in treating all injuries/problems affecting the elbow, forearm, hand, and wrist. 2000 Howard…

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Dr. Joshua Ratner Offers Rules for Cycling Safely

Bicycle riding is booming as COVID-19 continues. As a fellowship-trained orthopedic hand and upper extremity surgeon, Dr. Joshua Ratner of The Hand & Upper Extremity Center of Georgia is offering a safety guide for cyclists and mountain bikers…

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Specialists at The Hand & Upper Extremity Center of Georgia Offer Safety Tips for Pumpkin Carving

The specialty-trained hand doctors at The Hand & Upper Extremity Center of Georgia have created safety guidelines to follow when carving pumpkins. These guidelines will help people avoid injuries while carving pumpkins. Patients in need of hand…

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Dr. Joshua Ratner and team at The Hand & Upper Extremity Center of Georgia Advise on Avoiding Injuries With DIY Projects

As travel and many activities outside the home have decreased in the wake of COVID-19, many area residents are spending more time at home and engaging in do-it-yourself projects, which can come with their own set of risks, most commonly hand, arm,…

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Veteran Climbs Mt. Kilimanjaro After Care at The Hand & Upper Extremity Center of Georgia

The Hand & Upper Extremity Center of Georgia on Rising Pickleball Injuries & Safety

Dr. Peljovich Leads Research at Atlanta Site for Nationwide Study

Hopeless To Hopeful: Comeback Kid Swims Thanks to The Expertise of Dr. Gillespie

Dr. Allan Peljovich Works to Make Adventurers Seek Again

NOW AT ALL LOCATIONS!

BE SEEN TODAY!

Dr. Joshua Ratner Offers Rules for Cycling Safely

Specialists at The Hand & Upper Extremity Center of Georgia Offer Safety Tips for Pumpkin Carving

Dr. Joshua Ratner and team at The Hand & Upper Extremity Center of Georgia Advise on Avoiding Injuries With DIY Projects

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