A Trustworthy Orthopedic Doctor

Deborah McElvey

Google

Apr 25th, 2025

Very thorough and detailed examination.

Steve Kout

Google

Apr 22nd, 2025

Staff is great, and Dr. Robert Kelly has a truly wonderful "bedside manner." I feel very listened to and heard when I am there - extremely positive experience.

Anne Sherman

Google

Apr 22nd, 2025

Dr Kelly, always listens to my situation and does a great job of relieving my pain. Highly recommend him

Roger Morrison

Google

Apr 18th, 2025

Dr. Kelly has been great throughout my entire process. Super clear with information, knowledgeable and thorough. 100% recommend him for your procedure!

Chuck Landy

Google

Apr 18th, 2025

Outstanding service and care. Everyone who helped me really cared how I was doing. Dr Kelly and his staff are great.

troy youngs

Google

Apr 7th, 2025

Dr Kelly great as always

Kathy Kleiman

Google

Mar 28th, 2025

I saw Dr.Kelly yesterday regarding my knee. He has always been great to explain the options available to treat my condition. I really value his opinion and treatment plan. Resurgens is very fortunate to have him in their practice. Thanks so much, Kathy Kleiman

Lois Shipman

Google

Mar 27th, 2025

Dr Kelly is an amazing Dr. took care of my knee problem related to arthritis! Thank you all so much!

Ben Wolf

Google

Mar 25th, 2025

My knee is finally fixed! After 5 years of searching…a dozen xrays and MRIs, 4 orthopedists, 2 chiropractors, 2 PTs, ice, heat, RXs, shots, etc with no improvement. Dr. Kelly looked at one xray, saw the issue, and performed the needed surgery. He explained all the options, all the risks, and his clear recommendation. Now I’m back in the gym, hiking with my family, and finally moving without pain!

Susan Tucker

Google

Mar 20th, 2025

Staff was great and very helpful with my bum knee. Love Dr Kelly and his sketches of my knee issues. He gives great advice that always starts with, "if you were my younger sister, I would tell you to..." The advice is always spot on. He doesn't jump right into surgery but suggests ways to mitigate the injury. Office is suite #100 in the 300 building. Looks small but is huge inside. I usually go to Kennesaw but this location was great too.

Residency

  • University of Miami; Miami Florida

Medical Degree

  • University of Miami School of Medicine; Miami Florida

Associations

  • American Medical Association
  • Arthroscopy Association of North America
  • Georgia Orthopaedic Society
  • Medical Association of Georgia
  • Atlanta Orthopaedic Society
  • Cobb County Medical Society

Hospital Affiliations

  • Wellstar Kennestone Hospital

Major Accomplishments

  • 2022 Top Doctors in Orthopaedic Surgery, The Atlantan & Modern Luxury Magazine
  • 2022 Top Doctors in Orthopaedic Surgery, Castle Connolly
  • 2021 Top Doctors in Orthopaedic Surgery, Atlanta Magazine
  • 2020 Top Doctors in Orthopaedic Surgery, Atlanta Magazine
  • 2018 Top Doctors in Orthopaedic Surgery; Atlanta Magazine
  • 2011-2016 Top Doctors in Orthopaedic Surgery; Atlanta Magazine
  • 2014-2015 Top Regional Doctors in Orthopaedic Surgery, Castle Connelly
  • 2012 John C. Garrett Award Winner
  • 2011 Top Doc in Orthopaedic Surgery; U.S. News & World Report
  • Neutral Physician for the National Football League (NFL)
  • Associate Professor for Atlanta Medical Center Orthopaedics Residency Program- Sports Medicine
  • Resurgens Board of Directors
  • Team Physician for local High Schools and Colleges

Areas of Expertise

  • Sports Medicine
  • Arthroscopy
  • Joint Replacement

Fellowship

  • Sports Medicine, Alabama Sports Medicine Institute; Birmingham, Alabama

Certifications

  • American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons
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