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Meet Dr. Sami Khan

Major Accomplishments

  • 2020 Top Orthopaedic Surgeon - Georgia Magazine
  • Chief of Orthopaedics, Emory Johns Creek Hospital
  • Associate Team Physician, New York Mets MLB 2003-2004
  • Team Physician, Mississippi Valley State Delta Devils 2006-2007
  • Associate Physician, Alvin Ailey Dance Theater New York, 2004
  • Author of multiple textbook chapters involving shoulder and elbow injuries

Additional References

  • Born in Los Angeles, CA, Dr. Sami Khan grew up in Atlanta and considers it home. He is married to an Emergency Medicine Physician; they have four wonderful children. Dr. Khan loves to play basketball, is a diehard Los Angeles Lakers fan and is extremely competitive when it comes to sports. He has extensive experience treating shoulder and knee injuries as well as taking care of athletes at the professional, college and high school level.

A Trustworthy Orthopedic Doctor

Gary

Google

Dec 12th, 2025

I appreciated Dr. Khan's directness and honest evaluation regarding my diagnosis and path forward. The procedure was a success and I'm grateful for his expertise and the support staff helping me along the way.

Mari

Google

Dec 8th, 2025

Explained very well and understood the problems and what to do.

Joan

Google

Nov 30th, 2025

Sami Khan Thank you for your attention, I have felt much better after the visit to the office, as I had been suffering from pain in my left shoulder for more than 3 months.

Jone

Google

Nov 30th, 2025

Thank you very much for the attention and kindness provided in general, thank you Orthopedics Sami Khan🙌🏻🤝🤝 Thanks.

Kyong

Google

Nov 24th, 2025

It was my first visit to see Dr. Khan. After carefully examining the X-ray and my knee, he recommended treatment and physical therapy over surgery. Now, I'm feeling much better. I consider him not only skilled doctor but also alleviates psychological anxiety. Thank you.

meena

Google

Nov 21st, 2025

It was great, I appreciate Dr khan’s attention to detail, he answered all my questions, shared the image explaining very well. I think I world return to him if needed and recommend him to my family and friends

Judy

Google

Nov 14th, 2025

A good listener, efficient, personable. On time, explains everything and doesn't push you into surgery. A good experience!

Alla

Google

Nov 3rd, 2025

Dr. Khan is very professional

Hillr01

Google

Nov 1st, 2025

Very professional, and very knowledgeable thanks to Dr. Khan I didn’t need surgery.

Cr

Google

Oct 26th, 2025

Dr. Khan’s medical expertise along with his bedside manners and staff are the primary reasons I will continue as his orthopedic patient! Hoza Chavis YouTube@crmotors2477

Residency

  • New York University Hospital for Joint Diseases; New York, New York

Medical Degree

  • Emory University School of Medicine; Atlanta, Georgia

Associations

  • American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons
  • Arthroscopy Association of North America
  • American Orthopaedic Society of Sports Medicine

Hospital Affiliations

  • Emory Johns Creek Hospital
  • Roswell Surgery Center

Areas of Expertise

Fellowship

  • Mississippi Sports Medicine & Orthopaedic Center; Jackson, Mississippi

Certifications

  • Certified, American Board of Orthopaedic Surgeons
  • Certified, Orthopaedic Sports Medicine, American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery

Staff Working With Sami Khan

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