M. Shay Womack, M.D.
Philosophy of Care
"My philosophy is to listen to patients' complaints, limitations and goals first, then formulate a personalized treatment plan. Each patient is unique, and I strive to provide the most effective treatment options to help them meet their goals. Whether we're pursuing nonsurgical care, minimally invasive surgical techniques or even the latest reconstructive procedures, my mission is to deliver comprehensive compassionate care backed by the latest advances in orthopedic surgery."
Specialties
Expertise Overview
Dr. Womack specializes in comprehensive orthopedic care with particular expertise in foot and ankle surgery, sports medicine and arthroscopic procedures of the knee, shoulder and ankle. His treatment plans include innovative nonsurgical treatments as well as the latest minimally invasive surgical techniques, enabling him to offer personalized solutions that reduce recovery times and improve outcomes.
Expertise in Orthopedic Surgery & Sports Medicine
Dr. Womack's treatment philosophy centers on providing comprehensive, individualized care tailored to each patient's specific needs and goals. His approach begins with conservative treatments such as custom foot orthotics, rehabilitation therapy, and innovative non-surgical procedures when appropriate, only progressing to surgical interventions when all conservative measures have been exhausted.
In recent years, major developments have emerged both in nonsurgical and surgical treatment options. On the nonsurgical front, there have been significant advancements in office-based procedures aimed at promoting tissue repair and reducing inflammation. Dr. Womack follows these new developments closely, always aiming to provide his patients with the latest and greatest care possible.
Surgically, Dr. Womack has trained extensively in minimally invasive techniques that represent the latest in orthopedic care. His expertise includes minimally invasive flatfoot reconstruction, minimally invasive bunion correction, minimally invasive hammertoe correction, and minimally invasive Achilles reconstruction techniques. These modern approaches allow him to address complex conditions through smaller incisions with less disruption to surrounding tissues, resulting in improved recoveries.
Residency
- Georgia Baptist Medical Center / Scottish Rite Hospital Combined Residency Program
Medical Degree
- Medical College of Georgia
Associations
- American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons
- American Orthopaedic Foot & Ankle Society
- Atlanta Orthopaedic Society
- Medical Association of Georgia
- Georgia Orthopaedic Society
Hospital Affiliations
- Saint Joseph's Hospital
- Northside Hospital
- Northside-Cherokee Hospital
Accomplishments
- Magna Cum Laude graduate of Vanderbilt University
- Orthopaedic Physician for The Georgia Ballet
- High School Team Physician Physician
- Olympic Games Atlanta 1996
- Co-physician Georgia Institute of Technology Athletic Department
- Top 10% graduating class Medical College of Georgia