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Meet Dr. Ryan C. Chen

A Trustworthy Orthopedic Doctor

Wade Brown

Google

Apr 26th, 2025

I've often referred friends to Dr. Chen and Resurgens. The staff is wonderful and they take care of your health issues.

Becky Wojtysiak

Google

Apr 22nd, 2025

Dr. Chen and his assistant Trever and his staff are all wonderful. Including the x-ray techs. All very friendly. Dr. Chen answers all my questions and takes his time with me.

Craig Johnson

Google

Mar 21st, 2025

Very pleased with service provided every time I go. Definitely would recommend.

Lindsay Metcalf

Google

Mar 18th, 2025

Dr. Chen is wonderful! Great bedside manners and really listens to what’s really bothering you. He attacks it head on to alleviate the pain.

John Michael

Google

Mar 16th, 2025

Listened, professional and on time

Amy Little

Google

Mar 15th, 2025

Went in with ongoing pain and had an answer within less than an hour. The staff kept me informed of next steps such as X-rays & then Dr. Chen had a couple of explanations & options for me. I am happy to have someone looking out for me.

Mary Mize Stephens

Google

Mar 13th, 2025

Dr Chen and staff were very accommodating and made my appointment pleasant! I had to get a cortisone shot in my knee and Dr Chen did a great job with no pain. My knee is feeling so much better!! I highly recommend Resurgens.

Thomas de Fleron

Google

Mar 13th, 2025

Some may say that the doctor's bed side manor no longer exists. Well let me just say.... it's not. Dr. Ryan Chen is friendly, forthcoming and he knows his craft. I might add that his staff are cut from the same cloth. Friendly, fast, efficient and most of all with care. All I can say is Thank you .

Stewart Belisario

Google

Mar 13th, 2025

Dr Chen did a great job with my surgery and rehab physical therapy of my shoulder

Keith Henderson

Google

Mar 12th, 2025

Very professional and thorough!

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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