Athens Orthopedic Clinic is pleased to introduce AOC OrthoNow, urgent care centers in Northeast Georgia that specialize in the treatment of orthopedic injuries. AOC OrthoNow treats complex conditions such as fractures and dislocations with costs significantly below emergency department care. The care addresses injuries from feet to hands and everything in between.

Orthopedic injuries rank as the second-highest cost condition in the U.S. behind oncology and ahead of cardiovascular disease, and expensive hospital visits are oftentimes key drivers for the high cost. Whether an injury happens during a weekend game, after work or outside regular clinic hours, OrthoNow provides patients with a specialized alternative to the emergency room for orthopedic injuries. The network is designed to help patients access timely, high-quality orthopedic care while avoiding costly and unnecessary hospital visits.

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