On March 8 we’re joined by Dr. Joseph Burns of Wellstar Health System to discuss New and Emerging Orthopedic Technologies.

Dr. Joseph Burns is the Chief Musculoskeletal Officer at Wellstar, overseeing orthopedic surgery, pediatric orthopedic surgery, sports medicine, orthopedic trauma, hand surgery, and podiatry. In addition, he is a practicing, fellowship-trained orthopedic surgeon who specializes in shoulder surgery and sports medicine.

Before coming to Wellstar, Dr. Burns was a leader at the prestigious Southern California Orthopedic Institute in Los Angeles, where he trained more than 60 fellows and partnered with UCLA to deliver world-class orthopedic care and conduct research. Currently, he is on faculty with the Wellstar Kennestone Orthopedic Residency. He has been selected as a Master Arthroscopic Surgeon and a Top Doc in his region every year since 2010.

Dr. Burns provides comprehensive surgical care, including but not limited to arthroscopic rotator cuff tendon repair, labral repair, shoulder replacement, “reverse” shoulder replacement, and shoulder fracture care.

As a former athlete-turned-orthopedic surgeon, Dr. Burns uses his skills to help people with injuries or degenerative conditions live a healthy, active life.

In his practice, Dr. Burns’ professional mission is to provide a respectful, personalized, and expert healthcare experience for each and every person. That means he works with patients to identify the best treatment options for their orthopedic needs, whether surgery is required or not.

Dr. Burns is a dedicated health partner on his patients’ journey to wellness, from injury to surgery and throughout recovery. Through his work, he helps patients regain mobility, overcome pain, and enjoy life again.