June 24th, 2026
Piedmont Orthopedics | OrthoAtlanta is proud to announce that ten of its physicians have been recognized as 2026 Top Doctors by Atlanta Magazine, highlighting the practice's commitment to providing exceptional orthopedic and musculoskeletal care throughout the Atlanta area.
The annual Top Doctors list recognizes outstanding physicians across a wide range of medical specialties. Physicians selected for this honor are nominated by their peers and undergo a rigorous evaluation process conducted by Castle Connolly, a physician-led research organization that identifies the nation's leading healthcare providers.
2026 Top Doctors from Piedmont Orthopedics | OrthoAtlanta
The following Piedmont Orthopedics | OrthoAtlanta physicians were named 2026 Top Doctors by Atlanta Magazine:
- Snehal C. Dalal (Hand Surgery, Orthopaedic Surgery)
- Gregory R. Franklin (Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation)
- Douglas B. Kasow (Orthopaedic Surgery)
- Ryan W. Lirette (Orthopaedic Surgery)
- Travis W. Littleton (Orthopaedic Surgery)
- Wesley H. Miller (Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation)
- Kevin U. Park (Orthopaedic Surgery)
- Todd A. Schmidt (Orthopaedic Surgery)
- Peter J. Symbas (Orthopaedic Surgery)
- Shyam K. Vekaria (Orthopaedic Surgery)
Recognizing Excellence in Orthopedic Care
Being named a Top Doctor is a significant professional achievement. To earn this distinction, physicians must first be nominated by their peers. The Castle Connolly research team then conducts an extensive review of each nominee's professional qualifications, clinical expertise, education, hospital appointments, research contributions, and reputation among fellow physicians.
Top Doctors are recognized as leaders in their specialties and among the most trusted and sought-after healthcare professionals in their communities.
Piedmont Orthopedics | OrthoAtlanta congratulates these physicians on this well-deserved recognition and remains dedicated to delivering high-quality orthopedic, sports medicine, spine, hand, and rehabilitation care to patients across metro Atlanta and surrounding communities.
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