ASSOCIATES IN ORTHOPAEDICS & SPORTS MEDICINE

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"I chose to pursue a career as a medical doctor after practicing as a pharmacist for several years.  Becoming a medical doctor was a natural progression career-wise, and as an orthopaedic surgeon, I have the ability to directly help people live a more active lifestyle."

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Michael D. Wilson, MD

Board-Certified Orthopaedic Surgeon

A mind for medicine, a heart for people:

"A solid education along with a physician’s technical skills are both extremely important.  More important, however, is my ability to empathize and communicate with my patients. They need reassurance and understanding, and I can give them both."
  • Board-Certified: American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery,2002
  • MD: Medical College of Georgia, Augusta, GA,1994
  • Residency: Orthopaedic Surgery, Medical College of Georgia, 2000
  • Internship: Department of Surgery, Medical College of Georgia, Augusta, GA,1996
  • Internship: Pathology and Laboratory Medicine, University of Florida, Gainesville, FL, 1995
  • BS: Pharmacy, Cum Laude, University of Georgia, Augusta, GA, 1983
  • Activities: Student Government Association, Vice President, 1992-1993
  • Licensure: Georgia

Giving patients the benefit of his knowledge   

"Through my professional associations I learn abut the latest developments in orthopaedic medicine.  I enjoy passing on my knowledge to my patients.  By educating them about their condition, I can make a difference in their life without lifting a scalpel."

Memberships: Atlanta Orthopaedic Society, Georgia Orthopaedic Society, American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (Candidate Member)
Author/Researcher: Numerous presentations, abstracts and publications created for members of professional organizations.

Compassionate, one-on-one care

"Every patient is unique in their own way.  Every patient and their problem must be handled individually.  That’s why I take the time to listen to concerns of all of my patients and to answer their questions in simple terms they can understand."

In his spare time, Dr. Wilson likes to volunteer at his church and spend time with his wife, Jane Marie, and his children, Mitchell and Macy.