Dr. David C. Harkins, DO
Orthopaedic Surgeon
1401 W Spring St Suite 200 Monroe GA, 30655
About
David C. Harkins, DO, FAOAO, is an orthopedic surgeon who specializes in shoulder and elbow surgery. He diagnoses and treats patients at Athens Orthopedic Clinic in Georgia. He can be found at the Athens Orthopedic Clinic – Loganville Surgery Center, Athens Orthopedic Clinic – Snellville Urgent Care, and Athens Orthopedic Clinic – Monroe. Furthermore, Dr. Harkins has staff memberships at Piedmont Newton Hospital, Eastside Medical Center, Piedmont Walton Hospital, and Morgan Medical Center. As an orthopedic surgeon, he specializes in the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of disorders of the bones, joints, ligaments, tendons, and muscles. Dr. Harkins’ has been in practice for over 16 years. He specializes in shoulder, upper extremity, and reconstructive surgery, fracture and degenerative care, and sports medicine. Dr. Harkins dedicates his spare time to his family, his church, and supporting a Christian retreat.
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Education and Training
West Virginia School of Osteopathic Medicine 1999
Board Certification
American Board of Orthopedic Surgery
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Which is better chiropractor or massage for a stiff shoulder?
It depends on why your shoulder is stiff. If it is from a frozen shoulder, physical therapy is the mainstay of treatment. You need to see an orthopedic surgeon for a proper diagnosis. READ MORE
What is the best remedy for plantar fasciitis?
The beat remedy for plantar fasciitis is calf stretching. Place the balls of the feet on the edge of a step and stretch one down for 20 seconds and then the other. Do this as many times a day as you can. READ MORE
Do flip flops cause knee pain?
No. But proper shoe wear, with an insole that supports the arch, can certainly help knee pain. READ MORE
What is the bursitis in your shoulder?
The shoulder bursa is a sac of fluid that protects the rotator cuff. But when it becomes inflamed (bursitis), the shoulder becomes painful. It is not serious if it is treated properly. Proper treatment is an injection of steroid medication, anti inflammatory medication, and physical therapy. This treatment is successful about 90% of the time. READ MORE
What are the symptoms of a torn ligament in the wrist?
Pain in the wrist with motion. READ MORE
How long does it take to recover from arthroscopic elbow surgery?
That generally depends on what is being done during the surgery. Typically 6 weeks or longer. READ MORE
Areas of expertise and specialization
Treatments
- Arthritis
- Osteoarthritis
- Rotator Cuff Syndrome
- Pain
- Rotator Cuff Tear
- Tennis Elbow
- Abnormal Gait
Fellowships
- W.B. Carrell Memorial Clinic/ Baylor University Hospital Shoulder and Elbow Surgery
Fellowships
- W.B. Carrell Memorial Clinic/ Baylor University HospitalShoulder and Elbow Surgery
Dr. David C. Harkins, DO's Practice location
Dr. David Harkins, DO
1401 W Spring St Suite 200 -Monroe, GA 30655Get Direction
Athens Orthopedic Clinic – Monroe
2151-B W. Spring St. Suite 140 -Monroe, GA 30655Get Direction
Athens Orthopedic Clinic – Snellville Urgent Care
1553 Janmar Rd. -Snellville, GA 30078Get Direction
Athens Orthopedic Clinic – Loganville Surgery Cent
3440 Highway 81 South -Loganville, GA 30052Get Direction
Athens Orthopedic Clinic
1765 Old West Broad St Bldg 2 #200 -Athens, GA 30606Get Direction
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Get to know Orthopedic Surgeon Dr. David C. Harkins, who serves patients in the State of Georgia.
Dr. Harkins, a board-certified orthopedic surgeon, specializes in shoulder, upper extremity, and reconstructive surgery, fracture and degenerative care, and sports medicine. He is currently in practice with Athens Orthopedic Clinic, serving patients in locations throughout the State of Georgia, including Athens Orthopedic Clinic – Loganville Surgery Center, Athens Orthopedic Clinic – Snellville Urgent Care, and Athens Orthopedic Clinic – Monroe.
“AOC’s philosophy is simple; provide compassionate, patient-focused orthopedic care to help you get back to doing what you love. With board-certified and fellowship-trained physicians, expert rehabilitative care, imaging and on-site surgery centers, we offer comprehensive orthopedic care in multiple convenient locations. With a history of caring for the communities of Northeast Georgia since 1966, we are the right choice to help you begin your journey to recovery” as stated on their website.
Among the doctor’s professional background, he is also affiliated with several hospitals and medical centers in the area, including Piedmont Newton Hospital, Eastside Medical Center, Piedmont Walton Hospital, and Morgan Medical Center.
A 1999 graduate of the West Virginia School of Osteopathic Medicine, Dr. Harkins completed his residency in orthopedic surgery at St. Luke’s Des Peres Hospital in St. Louis, Missouri in 2004. The following year, he completed his fellowship in shoulder and elbow surgery at the W.B. Carrell Memorial Clinic/ Baylor University Hospital in Dallas, Texas.
Following his education, he became board-certified in orthopedic surgery by the American Osteopathic Board of Surgery, which is an organization that provides board certification to qualified Doctors of Osteopathic Medicine who specialize in the use of surgery to aid in the diagnosis and treatment of disease.
Currently, Dr. Harkins serves on the Continuing Medical Education Planning Committee for the American Osteopathic Academy of Orthopedics (AOAO), of which is a Fellow. From 2017 until 2018, he served as President of the Shoulder and Elbow Section of the AOAO.
Orthopedic surgery is the branch of surgery concerned with conditions involving the musculoskeletal system. Orthopedic surgeons use both surgical and nonsurgical means to treat musculoskeletal trauma, spine diseases, sports injuries, degenerative diseases, infections, tumors, and congenital disorders. They work in clinical and hospital settings.
On a more personal note, Dr. Harkins and his wife, Jill, have four children. In his free time, he attempts to keep up with all four of his children’s activities and sports. The family attends First Baptist of Monroe where he and his wife teach the Young Marrieds’ class. as well as support JH Outback, a Christian retreat/camp.
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