Dr. Timothy Stapleton is a board-certified orthopaedic surgeon and has a particular focus in sports medicine, shoulder reconstruction and joint replacement.
Dr. Timothy Stapleton is a board-certified orthopaedic surgeon and has a particular focus in sports medicine, shoulder reconstruction and joint replacement.
Dr. Timothy Stapleton has his primary focus in sports medicine, shoulder reconstruction, and joint replacement. He is board-certified by American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery and also holds a sub-speciality certification in Orthopaedic Sports Medicine. Dr. Stapleton has served as the primary team physician for the Mercer University athletic program. He continues to proudly serve his Alma Mater in this capacity. He is a Clinical Assistant Professor in the Department of Surgery for Mercer University School of Medicine and an Assistant Clinical Professor of Surgery for the Uniformed Services University of Health Services.
He has authored multiple papers on anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction, elbow arthroscopy, and rotator cuff repair.
CLINICAL INTERESTS
Hip Care: including total hip joint replacement and revision, fracture management, arthritis, hip arthroscopy, impingement, tendon repair, tendonitis, joint restoration/preservation, and labral repair.
Knee Care: including total knee joint replacement and revision, cartilage injuries and restoration, arthritis, arthroscopy, meniscus repairs and fracture care.
Shoulder Care: including total shoulder joint replacement, Bankart repair, bursitis, frozen shoulder, fracture care, rotator cuff pathology, arthritis, joint restoration/preservation and labral repairs.
Sports Medicine: including arthroscopy, anterior Cruciate ligament (ACL) repair, meniscus tears, cartilage restoration, fracture care and joint restoration/preservation.
EDUCATION
Certification: Board Certified, American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
Fellowship: Hughston Clinic under the direction of Dr. Jack Hughston, Georgia
Residency: United States Air Force, Florida and Texas
Medical Degree: Mercer University School of Medicine, Macon
HOSPITAL AND SURGERY CENTER AFFILIATIONS
Medical Center Navicent Health
Coliseum Northside Hospital
OrthoGeorgia Outpatient Surgery Center
He is always joy to visit
Dr. Stapleton, ever the professional. Thank you!
Very good surgeon tells strate on how it is don't beat around the bush. I have had two surprises that he did and no problems. I recommend him for nee and sholder repairs he is the best
I didn’t get a chance to see Dr. Stapleton today but when I do see him, it’s always joy and laughter. He makes me comfortable. He provides good service. His PA is excellent overall satisfied.
Good doctorr
Exceptional, Excellent , Reliable and Honest Surgeon. Great service
He listen to my questions. He took time to answer them and he made sure I understood. Great doctor!
Always so efficient, caring, and professional! Thanks Dr. S!!
Great Dr. Let you know the truth. Friendly and easy to talk to when you need answers.
Did an excellent surgery ond replacement on my shoulder...kudos