Georgia Hand, Shoulder, and Elbow Review

After one visit, it is clear that this practice is very efficient and capable. Initial visit went as planned and I was able to fully engage with Dr Alexander and the entire staff and have all my questions answered. The facility was impressive with all necessary tools to provide the best care. The staff contacted me a few days after my appointment to schedule a nerve study on both of my hands after approving the procedure with my insurance company. The staff found a location that was less than a mile from my house that able to complete the nerve study in less than a week and handed me the results on the way out the door. Based on my initial impression, I am impressed. It is quite possible that I will have additional interaction as surgery is a real possibility. I have no reservations about continuing the relationship and will continue to update my experience.

Dr. Dalton and his staff are fantastic and I speak from experience. My husband had 3 hand surgeries here and recieved excellent care, from the Doctor, the nurses, and the office staff. I have recommended them to several and will continue to do so.

Dr. Seiler is amazing - he was always patient with my 7 year old who asks a lot of questions:)

Doctor Payne is very knowledgeable. He and his staff take the time to thoroughly go over all of the information with you they do not rush you. I have been through 6 workman's comp doctors none of which had a clue and in fact told me that my injury was not repairable. Doctor Payne not only had seen my injury before but has also successfully repaired it. He and his staff have also been very patient helping me get all the information I need to work through the workman's comps obstacles to change doctors call.

Amazing care at Dr.Seiler's office today! The combination of Dr. Seiler's expertise & excellent bedside manner & the courtesy & friendliness of his staff cannot be matched! This group is the BEST!

Dr. Seiler is a wizard, to put it mildly.

Not only did he manage to reattach a finger I severed in a work accident, he did so in a fashion that allowed me to recover in a fraction of the time. I was told I wouldn't regain use of my left hand for 12-18 months - I was back to playing guitar three months after surgery, and, minus a small scar, I can't even tell it was ever cut off.

He had similar results operating on my mother's carpal tunnel syndrome - record recovery time, a very quick return to normal life, little or no side effects.

There's a reason Dr. Seiler is routinely on "best of" lists.

Everyone at all locations is very friendly and a pleasure to work with.

Dr. Howell, he a very good doctor I don't have a long wait when I go there I am in and out. They should have free parking for Patient, that the only bad thing to say

The wait time was a bit long but the Doctor was very knowlegeable and took time to listen and suggest alternatives to surgery. I appreciate the time he took and he was very gentle when doing a in office procedure. i will go back.

The office staff is the best always friendly with a smile. There are times there maybe a small waiting period until I am called to see my doctor. Also during the waiting period my time is always pleasant and comfortable. Dr. Dalton is very detail and believe in what is best for his patients. I can say I am in good hands glad I made the decision to take my business to Georgia Hand, Shoulder & Elbow.

Every one was excellent! My only concern was that doctor Seiler mentioned hot and cold treatment yet I received no instructions other than a prescription for physical therapy. However that prescription does not mention thumbs and how many Also my insurance will not reimburse for celebrex and the pharmacy will calll for an alternative .

As always, great experience with everyone I met at GAHSE. The practice is very well organized and staffed with superb talent. I feel very well taken care of and confident in my treatment plan.

Could not ask for a nicer and more competent staff! The wait was a bit long that day, but sometimes waiting is unavoidable. Very satisfied.

Great group of Docs and staff.

We Dr. Seiler and his staff. They are all so friendly and kind, and his bedside manner is exceptional. The only time we had to wait a long time was a true surgery emergency--and they really did their best to work around our daughter's school schedule. The therapy staff is also fabulous. Honestly, one of the best medical offices we've dealt with over the years!

Always kind, personable, and thorough, Dr. Alexander takes his time with thoughtful diagnoses and treatment plans.

Had wrist surgery 13 years ago...still working wonderfully. Chose again for a new issue. Really like the skill and thoroughness.

Dr. Randall Alexander is Spectacular.. He did a Carpal Tunnel Surgery & a Ulnar Nerve Transposition Surgery 6 Weeks ago and My Arm Strength is already 90% back to Normal. I could not be any happier with the outcome.. You hear of people having these surgeries and running into complications. Thats why when my Knee Doctor recommended Dr. Alexander as being the Best in his field, I went to him. He's also Very Nice and explains everything. If you have Shoulder, Elbow or Hand problem there's nobody better than Dr. Alexander. His Staff is Top Notch also.

Eric M.

After more than two hours of waiting, finally I was called.
Very professional and caring nurses, first time at Doctor s Starr practice.
Doctor Starr is very profesional, respectful and he performed a very thorough physical examination.
Great Surgeon, great post op care.

Simply amazing since the first day I arrived wonderful staff clean establishment and Dr. Starr is very helpful and knowledgeable

I highly recommend this practice and Dr. Seiler. He was relaxed, listened intently and gave me all the time I needed with him. I liked his demeanor, tone, communication and doctor-patient interaction. After explaining my symptoms, he went directly to the areas of my hand, wrist and forearm that was paining me. Without telling him, he began to manipulate my hand and wrist in the exact manner I use it which was causing me pain. He asked questions, asked if I had questions/concerns; made a diagnosis, took X-rays, and sent me to therapy immediately following the appointment for a custom splint to mobilize the area. Every staff member I had contact with smiled, made eye contact, spoke friendly and was energetic. My visit and experience was a very good one.

Dr. Starr is very professional but listens to the patient and their concerns.

Efficient in processing preop information and answering questions. I like the doctor and staff but not the inconvenience of time and paperwork required in going to Piedmont for preop testing.

New state of the art high rise.
Dr. Seilar course is one of Georgia's renowned hand surgeons.

Dr Howell is Very knowledgeable and I planning my surgery with him.

Doctor Alexander and the Therapist Philip took really good care of me through my recovery after losing most of three of my fingers on my dominate hand Thank you so much

Dr. Payne has an incredible bedside manner and caring for his patients; you can sense his sincerity in caring for you. He is one of the few surgeons in the area who could have repaired the injury to my finger and, even though it may just be a finger, it is life-changing just having it versus not. It was an off-hours injury but he immediately made himself available when it was explained that it was him or amputation; I can't thank him and his team enough. I am forever grateful and the follow-up care has been amazing. Thanks Dr. Payne!

Dr. Dalton is a responsive, caring provider. I finally feel I have a doctor I can trust.

Very nice Doctor. Goes straight to the point about your pain. Very well.

Amazing service and care for me in a situation of requiring same day unplanned surgery. Everyone was compassionate and tried to make the process as easy as possible for me.

Dr. Alexander was an expert in managing hand pain, and he provided both immediate pain relief via injections and a plan to relieve pain in the longer term via PT. I was able to see a PT while I was there, and again Daniel had the expertise to start me on therapy as well as suggestions to alter movements to avoid further stressing my thumbs and related muscles. He also provided braces to support my painful joints, giving me further immediate relief.

With both Dr. Alexander and Daniel I appreciated the clear explanations and plans going forward.

Grear doctor. Explains health care well. Great staff. Good PT dept. very please with entire visit

Dr McMillan was very very good. He is detailed and a compassionate physician.

Pleasant office visit. Dr Starr was informative and likable. Only negative was paying for parking at the office building but I guess that's expected in that area of Atlanta.

I am 77. I have never known a doctor I appreciate as much for his professionalism, moreover his friendly banter, still smiling while stabbing me. I don't think this good doctor missed his calling.

Very Professional! So far i'm very satisfied with my surgery. It has only been a Week, but minimal scarring and no pain from my shoulder that he repaired. Top notch office as well, very professional.

The staff is professional and kind. Dr Starr is an incredible surgeon with amazing bedside manor. He made my teenage daughter feel comfortable before and after surgery. Her hand has healed completely and you would never know she had surgery except on X-ray you d see the screws. The scar is barely visible, which is important to a young girl. We are so grateful we were referred here and would recommend them to everyone, especially Dr Starr!

Dr. Howell is exactly the kind of doctor I need for my recent hand injury. He takes the time to explain the situation and then exactly what he plans to do about it. A severe injury to the hand is a scary thing for someone who makes a living with their hands, and Dr. Howell has put my mind at ease. I feel very confident that I am exactly where I need to be for the best recovery possible.

Everything about my surgery went well, very professional group

I was very nervous about my minor hand surgery. When I arrived at the surgery center Dr. Seiler, Chris and Kai were confident and reassuring. As a dentist, I knew that the shots would hurt. After the injections I had no pain and never needed even an Advil afterwards! The next day I was able to do surgery for my patients with more flexibility than I have had in months. Their care combined with the excellent therapy staff was fantastic!

Dr Alexander truly shows concern and listens to his patients. And both of the surgeries he did were an outstanding success! Office staff are all super to work with as well, from helping with paperwork before surgery to checking in or answering questions. Top notch group!

Dr. Payne at GA Hand, Shoulder, and Elbow is the best! He has treated me for hand issues for many years, and recently an elbow problem. He is a patient man and very knowledgeable. Very personable as well. The front and back office staff are great too! Highly recommend!

Excellent experience. Dr dalton was amazing. It was refreshing to have someone actually listen and address your questions. He was very thorough and great at communicating what can be done. The staff were also excellent. I am very happy we chose GA HSA. Great team.

Doc Dalton is great. Very bright, pleasant, and caring. The practice is very poorly run. The doctor is always overbooked. There is absolutely no respect for patients' time or their efforts to be on time. It seems that the practice is run for the convenience of the support staff and for the profit of the shareholders rather than benefit of the patients. It seems like there is a greater focus on covering the overhead of a big, fancy, new facility then taking care of patients and meeting the needs of the doctors. It is a textbook case of big corporate medicine turning healthcare into a production line.

I got a second opinion from Dr. Dalton about a shoulder injury, since I had had such a great experience with him in the past RE a seperate injury. He was able to find a fracture that had been hidden due to swelling. If I had listened to the other doctor, who said I just needed to ice my bruised shoulder, I would be in serious trouble. Dr. John Dalton is a true pro and a good guy and I will recommend him to everyone.

Very personable and showed a lot of empathy toward my consideration. He gave best and worst case scenarios talked about advantages and disavantages of both to enable me to truly make an informed decision.

The staff is super attentive and friendly. Dr. Alexander listens to all your concerns and addresses each one thoroughly

One of the most efficient doctor appointments I have ever had. I felt taken care of from the moment I walked in as a new patient. Thank you all!

I have had four trigger finger surgeries, one carpel tunnel surgery and a repair of a tendon in my right elbow. I would not trust my hands or elbow to anyone else. Hope I don't need to see him for a shoulder. Also his therapy department is wonderful.

Dr. Howell is an amazing dr. After dealing with a broken scaphoid due to a car wreck in Feb, having had surgery 3 times by a dr at Grady, I was told to see a 2nd opinion. I wish he had of been my first. I currently have a scaphoid that is healed only one third of the way. Dr. Howell has seen me twice and has offered more assurance and knowledge than the entire year at Grady. I'm in an exos cast now with hopes of my bone growing back with no further operations. I'm also using a bone stimulator to help the process. It's been a very frustrating year. Dr. Howell has helped with the frustration. Don't mess around with other Dr's. Just come to Ga Hand. You won't be let down.

Dr.Seiler is the best by far, he will work with you. And he has your best at heart, the staff all is great.

After two hand surgeries I have nothing but good things to say about this outfit. Everyone from Dr. Payne to the medical support people, the therapists and the administrative group is thoroughly professional, supportive and pleasant to deal with. Bravo!

Dr. Alexander was absolutely refreshing. Confident, explains in detail, attentive and listens intently to my concerns. I honestly was blown away by his customer service. He was my 2nd opinion, however I'll stay with him and leave the other establishment.

I have now visited twice for my injured finger. Thus far, my experiences have been fabulous; I have been seeing Dr. Starr. Dr. Starr has taken great care of me while informing me exactly what to do between each visit. He also offers to answer questions via phone between visits if needed. After numerous previous stops at various other practices, I am confident to say that Georgia Hand, Shoulder, & Elbow has provided the best and most caring medical support. I will update my post at the end of my healing process, but so far I could not ask for better care. 5 stars, I would highly recommend.

Always a pleasure (If you overlook your throbbing finger) to have Dr Payne relieve you of your problem in a professional and competent manner.

Dr. Payne is always attentive, practical, and effective. Though I hope not to need him, if I do, it's always a pleasure.

I had a great experience yesterday at GHS&E. Dr. Payne was kind enough to see me on very short notice and set my mind at ease finding no severe structural damage in my finger. His analysis and suggestions were very helpful setting me on the right track to a full and complete recovery. I highly recommend GHS&E!

Here for my uncle's surgery. Nice place. Nice people. :)

Dr. Alexander and team lightened the weight of what was a traumatic life changing event. ALL people involved with my year and a half long experience at GA hand, shoulder & elbow were and are a pleasure to be around I will forever be thankful and grateful for the treatment, rehab, and staff of this group of people who welcomed me with understanding and respect. I would give them 2 thumbs up, but I only have 1.75 to give. Ha is for Harper

Dr. Dalton is the best and this group is the best upper extremity specialist in the metro

It has been one year since my first encounter with GHS&E. Words can not express the gratitude I have for Dr. Sieler and the entire staff. 12/8/2017 my left arm was crushed in a MVA, rollover. The trauma surgeons in Florida save the arm, however, I needed many more surgeries and intensive therapy. I consulted several surgeons in my state of Florida and they all told me that my injuries were beyond their scope of expertise. I was heartbroken. I did my research and traveled to Georgia. Since being under the care of GHS&E ,I have regained some sensation and movement in my hand and arm. I feel like Family whenever I walk thru their doors. My therapist are Absolutely amazing and very knowledgeable with the latest technological advances. I highly recommend this group for anyone seeking orthopaedic surgery and therapy.

Dr. Payne is the BEST! He is nice, considerate of your time and has worked well with my 13 year old. Thanks!

Passionate about his work and caring for is patients. Extremely thorough.

As much as I disliked the odd, little injury and my need to address it, the visit with Dr Alexander was efficient, pleasant, and effective. The staff was also warm and skilled.

One of the best experiences with a medical pro in years.
Dr Seiler s great. But his assistants maybe even a little better.

This may be redundant, as I submitted a reply to a text requesting my review...The staff was very professional and friendly. Everything went smoothly...no surprises, this time. (The surprise last time was on my part due to missing the original surgery as I sat in the ER with 3 DVT's in my left leg.) I really appreciate the way the team adapted to my new situation, rescheduled the surgery quickly, and worked with me to be prepared for surgery day!

Dr. Starr and staff were amazing!! I would highly recommend them to all my friends and family!! I can t imagine trusting anyone else with arm troubles!! They are kind, gentle, very professional, they understood I was a mom first and foremost and helped me get through my issues swimmingly!!

Very nice, spacious office. Friendly and efficient staff.

Dr. Starr is an AMAZING physician and the staff at Ga Hand, Shoulder & elbow are so very professional!
From the very moment you enter the reception area to the moment you leave the staff is wonderful,
I especially want to thank Mindy Hart & Troy in the Atlanta office and Ticia Brooks at the Marietta location.

This is what healthcare is supposed to be. Doesn't get any better.

I have seen Dr. Payne quite a few times over the past few years (yes, unfortunately, I tend to be a bit injury-prone) and I highly recommend him. Not only is he extremely knowledgeable, but also he always takes the time to thoroughly explain things to me in layman's terms so that I am able to understand his plans of action to get me back on track---and minimize my downtime from sports and exercise.

Dr Payne is great I am very pleased with my care and treatment at this point thank you for your level of service

As soon as you walk thru their doors you know right away you in the right place from start to finish. Dr Payne was amazing so nice and puts you to ease and explains what he's going to do,then theres Deana with her Bic Pen helping you thru the billing and scheduling process, and theres Mark whos the icing on the cake tying it all together and answering all your questions and more.
Thanks everyone can't wait for Tuesday for my procedure.. Neil P

I injured my Thumb on Sept 20th 2017 Dr.S.Houston Payne was the hand surgeon who treated me at the ER in Piedmont Hospital ,Atlanta,Ga.Since then I have been seeing Dr.Payne on a weekly basis.
Dr.Payne is so courteous and passionate.He listens to all my questions and explain the plan he is following to save my Thumb.Every visit with Dr.Payne
Is so pleasant and makes you feel good regardless of your injury status.
I recommend Dr.Payne to any hand injury patient.
The team at Georgia Hand,shoulder and elbow is so caring friendly and helpful this is a plus for Dr.Payne and his team.
Thanks Dr.Payne
Chuck Chihane

Dr. Seiler is amazing! I was very impressed with the efficiency and professionalism of this office, yet everyone there was friendly and caring. I worked in the medical field for 25 years and this was the best experience I have ever had.

Dr. Howell fixed my distal radius fracture with plate and screws, and I was out of my cast in 2 weeks!

Dr Payne (unlike his name) made my recovery as comfortable and easy as can be! He is so skilled and has a warm manner that is exactly what the doctor ordered. Highly recommend this expert!

I am so incredibly pleased with the care we have received with this practice. The entire staff is amazing and Dr. Seiler is just the best. What a great person and a very gifted doctor.

Dr. Starr and his staff are the best. Pleased with his knowledge, efficiency and manners. Good experience. The staff is very competent courteous and they make me smile. They made me feel very comfortable .

Dr. Houston Payne is an exceptional hand surgeon. I am an anesthesiologist and have worked with many hand surgeons including Dr. Payne over the years and he is in the top 1% of hand surgeons. I chose him for my surgery last month. He is not only extremely gifted as a surgeon but one of the nicest surgeons I have ever known.

Just fantastic from start to finish! I hardly waited at all, the staff were so friendly, they have an in-house x-ray machine so we got instant results. I was diagnosed quickly, accurately and the diagnosis was explained simply. I was able to get a cortisone shot right away and was prescribed PT. Highly recommend this practice!!

Dr Starr did an amazing job on my severely shattered radius and wrist. His surgical skills have made me as good as new again! Thank you!!!

Dr. Alexander and his staff are great!! They r the best!!

Fantastic place for anyone needing their help. From initial diagnoses, surgery, and now physical therapy, I've been very well taken care of. Dr. Alexander and this office are incredibly respectful, great customer service, always respectful of your time, and made my experience of dealing with my wrist injury as painless as possible. I highly recommend them.

Dr Seiler is worth waiting on. Spends alot of time with patients.

Ariana Madrid is extremely rude and unprofessional. She needs to talk to ALL her patients professionally and lose her attitude.

Professional, welcoming office/staff. Dr. Payne is both Knowledgeable and reassuring!