Piedmont Orthopedics - OrthoAtlanta Sandy Springs

1150 Hammond Dr, Ste 520,Atlanta, GA 30328
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Zachary Thomas Crawford, MD

Orthopedic Surgery

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Zachary Crawford, M.D. provides orthopedic spine care to patients in our Brookhaven and Sandy Springs locations. He is a board eligible orthopedic spine surgeon and specializes in minimally invasive spine surgery techniques that allow for less post operative pain and faster recovery times. He performs all spinal surgeries including anterior and posterior cervical decompressions and fusions, cervical disc replacements, cervical laminoplasties, lumbar microdiscectomies and laminectomies, and thoracic and lumbar anterior, lateral and posterior fusions, all through minimally invasive approaches. In addition to spinal conditions, Dr. Crawford treats patients with work injuries, arthritis and degenerative conditions and fractures.

Dr. Crawford attended medical school and completed his orthopedic surgery residency at the University of Cincinnati. He then went on to complete an orthopedic spine surgery fellowship at Case Western Reserve University in Cleveland, Ohio. Dr. Crawford has been published in multiple publications and journals and has also presented at orthopedic and spine meetings across the country including AAOS and NASS.

Dr. Crawford's philosophy of care is rooted in compassion, honesty, and shared decision-making. He believes in doing the right surgery for the right patient at the right time, which often means starting with conservative, non-surgical options. His mission is to ensure every patient feels heard, cared for, and confident as we work together to restore their quality of life.
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Lohith Vatti, MD

Orthopedic Surgery

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Lohith Vatti, M.D. is a board-eligible, fellowship-trained orthopaedic surgeon with OrthoAtlanta. Dr. Vatti specializes in hip and knee total joint replacement surgery. In addition to treating a wide variety of general orthopedic musculoskeletal conditions, his expertise extends to direct anterior approach hip replacement, partial knee replacement, robotic-assisted surgery, computer-navigated surgery, revision joint replacement, and fracture management. He has a refined interest in optimized recovery protocols, minimally invasive techniques, outpatient surgery, and the use of modern technology to enhance patient outcomes.

Dr. Vatti is committed to delivering an exceptional patient experience through compassionate and high-quality care. He is dedicated to guiding patients on their journey toward achieving personal health goals with advanced methods. His approach to care involves a variety of personalized operative and non-operative treatments, based upon the latest scientific evidence and innovation, tailored to the specific needs of every individual. Dr. Vatti values an understanding of patient perspectives, takes the time to hear unique stories of people, and gains insight into the impacts of conditions to appreciate recovery aspirations. Patient education is prioritized to ensure everyone is provided with the knowledge required to make important choices. By engaging shared decision-making, he is able to lead effective treatment discussions aiming to achieve the best results. With a patient-centered philosophy at the core of his practice, Dr. Vatti has devoted his career to helping patients heal, restore function, and return to active & fulfilling lifestyles.

A native of Columbus, Ohio, Dr. Vatti earned his medical degree through an accelerated BS/MD program at Northeast Ohio Medical University (NEOMED). He completed his residency in Orthopaedic Surgery at the University of Chicago in Chicago, IL. Afterwards, he completed additional specialized fellowship training in adult reconstruction/arthroplasty at the prestigious Lenox Hill Hospital in New York City, NY.

Having led numerous academic involvements, Dr. Vatti is passionate about the field of orthopaedic surgery. His research has been published in several peer-reviewed journals, including The Journal of Arthroplasty, The Journal of Orthopaedic Trauma, Clinical Orthopaedics and Releated Research, and The Journal of Knee Surgery. His work has been presented at various regional and international conferences and has received research awards. He has been a member of professional societies including the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS), the American Association of Hip and Knee Surgeons (AAHKS), as well as the Alpha Omega Alpha (AOA) honor society.

Dr. Vatti strives to uplift the lifestyles of patients. Combining expert skills, advanced techniques, and a comprehensive approach, he shares in the success achieved together with patients during their recovery experience.
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Piedmont Orthopedics - OrthoAtlanta Sandy Springs

1150 Hammond Dr, Ste 520,Atlanta, GA 30328
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