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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

Girish

Google

Aug 10th, 2025

Great doctor , very personal and knowledgeable talked about treatment plan.

Terri

Google

Aug 3rd, 2025

Extremely caring staff, very understanding and helpful through my recovery. Thankful for Dr. Sami Kahn and his staff. Dr. Abby Neirsbach and her team at PT were also amazing.

Jimmy

Google

Jul 24th, 2025

Great dr

Sindhura

Google

Jul 16th, 2025

I feel very good about with the visit..Docto was too good and I feel relaxed after doctors suggestion .. Thank you Sami khan

Pompy

Google

Jul 13th, 2025

Dr. Khan is very concerned, knowledgeable and polite. He always explains diagnoses in a very great manner and make sure that the patient understands everything. Never rushes and spent a good amount of time with the patient.

Feroz

Google

Jul 12th, 2025

Great doctor. Very honest opinion about my pain. Quickly diagnosed the issue. Very dedicated and talented doctor

Armeysheia

Google

Jul 11th, 2025

Great experience from the front desk, to testing, and physician. I don't mind the drive to get the care I want and deserve. My first visit and I'm sure Dr.Khan cares.

Swapna

Google

Jul 11th, 2025

One of the best Doctors in Atlanta who does comprehensive analysis and provides best Care. Thank you Dr. Khan for all your consistent support in fixing my Son’s frequent shoulder dislocation.

Bill

Google

Jul 10th, 2025

Dr Khan was fantastic. Very nice and patient and explained everything to me.

Rashmi

Google

Jul 9th, 2025

Dr. Khan was very kind, patient, and knowledgeable. He explained my ligament injury clearly and gave me confidence in the recovery plan. Highly recommend!

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

Atlanta Magazine Top Doctors 2023
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