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Meet Dr. Ryan C. Chen

A Trustworthy Orthopedic Doctor

Jolene

Google

Aug 9th, 2025

Great care. Dr Chen was patient to listen to my individual concerns. He developed a solid plan for care.

Raphaela

Google

Aug 7th, 2025

I went to see Dr. Chen for a second opinion on my ACL and meniscus tears! I was very impressed with professionalism! He showed me my MRI and explained my injuries really well and gave me a great plan for surgery and PT!

mike

Google

Jul 30th, 2025

Dr Chen has been a nice guy.

Rashel

Google

Jul 16th, 2025

Got me in and braced same day! Awesome doctor.

eugene

Google

Jul 14th, 2025

I arrived on time for my appointment. Since I filled out the the first time appointment questions ahead of my appointment time things went very smoothly at check in. I was called back in a very short time. The same on waiting for Dr. Chen. He had x-ray's orders done and I was taken away before he finished writing. Every thing went as smoothly. I was given my departing orders and out the door. I rate Dr. Chen a 5 only because a 6 or higher was not an option.

Adrienne

Google

Jul 12th, 2025

Dt Chen was very thoughtful in helping coming up with a solution to help me manage after my injury. I am hopeful for a smooth recovery.

Vikki

Google

Jul 11th, 2025

Dr. Chen was very cordial, explained everything well and took his time to answer questions! We are new to the area and we’re very happy to find a great ortho when my son fractured his wrist!

Laura

Google

Jul 11th, 2025

Dr. Chen was very helpful & listened to me explain what was hurting. He gave me very knowledgeable information & relief for my symptoms. Definitely would use him again.

sbright727

Google

Jul 10th, 2025

I did not receive good news about my condition but Dr. Chen explained what was happening in a way I could understand and his bedside manner was beyond any expectations I could have hoped for. We gave some great advice as to how to proceed and steps we may take in the future.

Steve

Google

Jul 10th, 2025

Always great service and expertise with Dr Chen

Residency

  • Washington University / Barnes-Jewish Hospital; Saint Louis, Missouri

Medical Degree

  • Emory University School of Medicine; Atlanta, Georgia

Associations

  • American Orthopaedic Society for Sports Medicine
  • American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons
  • Medical Association of Georgia

Hospital Affiliations

  • Wellstar Kennestone Hospital

Major Accomplishments

  • 2015 Top Doc in Sports Medicine; Lifestyles Magazine
  • 2013 Top Doc in Sports Medicine; Lifestyles Magazine
  • 2012 Top Doc in Sports Medicine, Lifestyles Magazine
  • 2011 Top Doc in Sports Medicine, Lifestyles Magazine
  • Chair, Section of Orthopedic Surgery, Kennestone Hospital, 2012
  • Vice Chair, Section of Orthopedic Surgery, Kennestone Hospital, 2011
  • Team Physician, Creekview and Sequoyah High Schools, 2009-2016
  • Team Physician, River Ridge High School, 2015-2016
  • Orthopaedics Overseas Volunteer, Bhutan, 2008
  • Orthopaedic Research and Education Foundation Traveling Fellowship, 2007
  • Ringside Physician, Golden Gloves Boxing, 2003 - 2007
  • Emory University School of Medicine, Cum Laude, 2003
  • Joseph B. Whitehead Surgery Scholarship, 2002
  • Smoky Mountain Marathon, Eighth Place Overall, 2000
  • World Health Organization Polio Eradication Project, Niger, 2000
  • Emory University School of Medicine, Class President, 1999 - 2000
  • National Institutes of Health Research Internship, 1997
  • Echols Scholar, University of Virginia, 1995-1999

Areas of Expertise

Fellowship

  • Cincinnati Sports Medicine and Orthopaedic Center; Noyes Knee Center; Cincinnati, Ohio

Certifications

  • Board Certified, American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
  • Subspecialty Certificate in Orthopaedic Sports Medicine

Staff Working With Ryan Chen

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