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Dr. George Ballantyne, MD

Dr. George Ballantyne, MD

Orthopedic Surgery*

Dr. George Ballantyne, MD is an orthopedic surgeon in Newnan, GA. Dr. Ballantyne has extensive experience in Knee & Lower Limb Surgery. He is affiliated with Piedmont Newnan. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.4 Star Rating
Based on 41 reviews 4.4 Star Rating (41 reviews)

Practice

1755 Highway 34 E Ste 2200 Newnan, GA 30265
Telehealth available

Make an Appointment

(770) 502-2141

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Ballantyne is affiliated with Piedmont Newnan Newnan, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Ballantyne specializes in the area of Orthopedic Surgery. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ • See hospitals
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Dr. Ballantyne's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Ballantyne

4.4

41 ratings, 22 with a written review
5 Star
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4 Star
2%
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3 Star
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2 Star
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1 Star
12%
12%

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What went well
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
1 person found this helpful
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Oct 12, 2024
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Feb 08, 2023
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Jan 29, 2022
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Al H – Jul 08, 2021
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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James Dean – May 26, 2021
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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May 16, 2021
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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S. Sykes – Mar 25, 2021
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No results
What could be improved
No results
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Apr 05, 2019
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No results
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No results
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Apr 02, 2019
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Mar 16, 2019
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No results
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Mar 15, 2019
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Mar 14, 2019
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No results
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Mar 13, 2019
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Mar 11, 2019
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Mar 10, 2019
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Mar 10, 2019
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Michael Chambers in Newnan, GA – Jan 26, 2019
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Sue Hawkins in GA, GA – Oct 27, 2018
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What went well
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
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peachtree city, ga – Mar 31, 2017
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
2 people found this helpful
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sam in Newnan, Ga – Sep 05, 2016
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About Me

care philosophy

It is my job as a physician to educate the patient about their condition. Then the patient can make an educated decision about their care.  

We always look to treat with conservative measures first unless surgical intervention...read more

biography

Dr. George Ballantyne graduated Phi Beta Kappa from Washington and Lee University, where he was voted Academic All-American in football. He received his medical degree and completed his general surgery internship and orthopedic residency at The...read more

  • Orthopedic Surgery

  • Sports Medicine

  • Hip & Knee Orthopedics

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  • University Tx Med Branch Hosps

    Residency Hospital

  • University Of Texas Medical Branch

    Medical School
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery®
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Orthopedic Surgery
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Locations

Practice

Georgia Bone & Joint LLC1755 Highway 34 E Ste 2200 Newnan, GA 30265
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Office1755 Highway 34 E Newnan, GA 30265
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Georgia Bone & Joint LLC125 Grand Oak Dr Fayetteville, GA 30214
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Piedmont Newnan

    745 Poplar Rd
    Newnan, GA 30265
    Recipient of 4
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

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    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    82%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% lower than the national average

    76%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well
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