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Charles A. DeCook, MD
Anderson Clinic

Charles A. DeCook, MD

Co-Founder · Hip and Knee Replacement Specialist
Castle Connolly Top Doctor '17–'26 · 18,000+ Replacements · 19 Publications

Dr. DeCook is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon and co-founder of Total Joint Specialists. He has completed over 18,000 total joint replacements and more than 11,000 anterior hip replacements, making him one of the highest-volume joint replacement surgeons in the country. A pioneer of rapid recovery techniques, Dr. DeCook works with industry partners on surgical techniques, implant design, and technology development, and teaches hip and knee replacement techniques nationally and internationally.

Education & Training

Medical School
Rush Medical College
Residency
Orthopedic Surgery & Family Medicine, Wake Forest University School of Medicine
Fellowship
Adult Reconstruction, Anderson Orthopaedic Research Institute

Specialties & Procedures

  • Anterior Hip Replacement
  • Total Hip Replacement
  • Total Knee Replacement
  • Revision Joint Replacement
  • Complex Reconstruction
  • Rapid Recovery Protocols

Awards & Recognition

  • Leaders in Joint Replacement — Orthopedics Today
  • Castle Connolly Top Doctor in Atlanta (2017–2026)
  • 10,000+ total joint replacements performed

Locations

Cumming
Schedule Appointment Call (770) 292-6500