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Robert Blackwell, M.D.
OrthoGeorgia
Orthopedics: Surgery of the Hands and Upper Extremities, Adult and Pediatric Fracture Care
Macon, Warner Robins
4.9
908 Ratings
303 Comments
Dr. Robert Blackwell is a board-certified orthopaedic surgeon with a certificate of added qualification in surgery of the hand.
4.9
908 Ratings
303 Comments
Dr. Robert Blackwell is a board-certified orthopaedic surgeon with a certificate of added qualification in surgery of the hand.
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Dr. Robert Blackwell joined OrthoGeorgia in 2001 and specializes in Hand Surgery. He is a native of South Carolina and holds degrees in both Mechanical Engineering (BS-'84) and Bioengineering (MS-'91) from Clemson University. He obtained his Doctor of Medicine degree from MUSC in Charleston ('95), then completely a five year Orthopaedic Residency at Erlanger Medical Center in Chattanooga ('00). Subspecialty training in Surgery of the Hand was completed in San Antonio ('01) under the Fellowship direction of Dr. David P. Green.
The specialty of Hand Surgery incorporates expertise derived from many surgical disciplines including Orthopaedics, General, Plastics, Vascular and Neurosurgery - all employed to manage conditions affecting the Hand. Dr. Blackwell's clinical practice encompasses both acute and chronic conditions, arising from injury or aging, with an anatomic focus spanning from elbow to finger-tips. Although 50% of his clinical practice involves Hand Injuries (i.e., fractures and/or soft-tissue damage to skin, muscle, tendons, arteries or nerves), Dr. Blackwell routinely treats acquired conditions of the Hand, Wrist and/or Forearm which stem from tendonitis, arthritis, nerve compression syndromes, infections, vascular disease or tumors. Dr. Blackwell treats patients of all ages. Hand conditions arising from work are also managed.
Dr. Blackwell is Board Certified in Orthopaedics (ABOS) and holds subspecialty certification in Surgery of the Hand (CAQ). Professional membership and associations include the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgery, American Society for Surgery of the Hand, Medical Association of Georgia, Georgia Orthopaedic Society, and Bibb County Medical Society. He is married with three children and enjoys spending time with family, creative design, building projects, automobiles, and music.
CLINICAL INTERESTS
Hand & Upper Extremity: Surgical and non-surgical fracture care from the wrist to the fingers in children and adults, endoscopic carpal tunnel release, treatment of thumb basal joint and wrist & finger joint arthritis, treatment of Dupuytren’s with needle aponeurotomy, xiaflex or open surgery, microsurgery including nerve repair, and arthroscopic surgery of the wrist.
EDUCATION
Certification: Board Certified, American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
Certificate of Added Qualification in Surgery of the Hand
Fellowship: Fellowship in Hand & Upper Extremity Surgery at University of Texas at San Antonio
Residency: University of Tennessee/Erlanger Medical Center, Chattanooga
Medical Degree: Medical University of South Carolina, Charleston
HOSPITAL AND SURGERY CENTER AFFILIATIONS
Medical Center Navicent Health
Coliseum Northside Hospital
OrthoGeorgia Outpatient Surgery Center
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Very caring; very professional and patient
Always the best
We recently had a very difficult experience when my 15-year-old son needed to have the fingers on his right hand amputated. Dr. Blackwell was incredibly compassionate with him from the very beginning. He took the time to reassure my son that, with time and healing, he will be able to do most things and live a full, normal life. Dr. Blackwell made sure we understood everything clearly, explaining the procedure and recovery process in a way that was easy to follow during a very overwhelming time. His kindness, patience, and clear communication made me feel confident that we had the right doctor caring for my son. We are so grateful for the care and support he provided during one of the hardest moments our family has faced.
Excellent every time! Always explains and Always listens!
Great Doctor!!! Very in tune with you as a patient, shows care, makes sure you are fully understanding of what’s going on, and follows up well. 180 degree opposite of Dr. Harris at Ortho Ga. who did my shoulder. If I had a review to fill out on him it would be a negative 10 stars!!!!
Very nice & through
Very satisfied!! Took time to explain things very well to us. Linda Bishop
Dr Blackwell is awesome. Patient and listens to what you have to say.
Great visit with Dr. Blackwell. Very pleased with every aspect !
Dr. Blackwell and his staff were wonderful this morning. They treated me very well and accomplished the surgery in a timely manner. I am extremely impressed with this medical group!