Charles E. Claps, D.O.

Philosophy of Care

Dr. Charles Claps is dedicated to treating each of his patients with the same level of care and compassion he would offer to his own family. His mission is to ensure that patients feel confident and supported throughout their treatment, from the initial consultation to the day of surgery and beyond.

Specialties

Expertise Overview

Dr. Claps specializes in joint replacement surgery, with a focus on robotic-assisted total and partial knee replacements, robotic-assisted anterior approach hip replacements, and muscle-sparing total knee and hip replacement.

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Office Locations

Fayetteville

1336 Hwy 54 W

Building 500

Fayetteville, GA 30214

404-847-9999

Newnan

2301 Newnan Crossing Blvd

Suite 100

Newnan, GA 30265

404-847-9999

Meet Dr. Charles Claps

Brenda's Hip Replacement

About

Dr. Claps proudly serves the active communities of Fayetteville and Newnan, where he helps patients return to the activities they love. Whether it's getting back to golf, walking the local trails, or playing pickleball, he understands the importance of maintaining an active lifestyle. As an active person himself, Dr. Claps particularly enjoys working with patients who are eager to overcome hip or knee problems and resume their favorite activities. His practice in these vibrant Georgia communities allows him to work with patients who value staying active and maintaining their quality of life.

Outside of Work

When not practicing medicine, Dr. Claps enjoys spending time with his family, including his two young sons. A devoted father and husband, Dr. Claps balances his busy professional life with coaching his son's lacrosse and baseball teams and playing golf whenever possible. He also enjoys exercising and staying active, finding joy in helping others do the same.

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Experience in Orthopedic Surgery

Dr. Claps' passion for orthopedics was sparked during his medical training, particularly after completing a research fellowship at the Hospital for Special Surgery in New York, a leading orthopedic hospital. Following his residency at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center and a fellowship in adult joint reconstruction at Wake Forest University, Dr. Claps brought robotic-assisted surgery into his practice early in his career and has seen great results for his patients.

As a Fellow of the American Association of Hip and Knee Surgeons and the Director of the Robotic Center of Excellence for Hip and Knee Replacement at Piedmont Fayette, Dr. Claps continues to advance the field of robotic-assisted joint replacement. A recognized leader in his field, physicians regularly visit to learn robotic and muscle-sparing techniques from him. Dr. Claps offers innovative techniques, including quadricep-sparing approaches for total knee replacement, a unique factor that sets him apart and leads to improved recovery and decreased pain after surgery. His practice at Resurgens Orthopaedics is marked by a deep commitment to excellence, efficiency, and patient-centered care, where he exclusively focuses on hip and knee replacement surgery to provide the highest level of specialized care.

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