Dr. Ali Nourbakhsh
Orthopaedic Surgeon | Orthopaedic Surgery of the Spine
303 Parkway Dr. NE Atlanta GA, 30312About
Ali Nourbakhsh, MD, is a well-versed orthopedic surgeon who diagnoses and treats patients at WellStar Medical Group Orthopedic Surgery in Atlanta, GA. Furthermore, he has staff memberships at several local hospitals. As an orthopedic surgeon, she has dedicated training and unique experience in the diagnosis and preoperative, operative, and postoperative treatment of diseases and injuries of the musculoskeletal system. He has an impressive professional journey that spans twenty years and has expanse knowledge and unrivaled expertise in all facets of orthopedic surgery. For more information about Dr. Ali Nourbakhsh, please visit https://www.wellstar.org/physicians/pages/physician-profile.aspx?pid=73d2968c-2777-4ddb-a6db-d3a1ac816799.
Education and Training
Tehran University of Medical Sciences Medical Degree 1998
Board Certification
American Board of Orthopedic Surgery
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What causes pain in the back at night?
There are a lot of causes but nigh time pain worries us a bit. You need to see a specialist or your PCP. MRI might be needed. READ MORE
What is causing my knee pain?
Can be a fracture, blood clot, Bruising of the soft tissue. You need to see your PCP or an ortho surgeon READ MORE
What happens if your spinal cord is damaged?
Generally the spinal cord doesn’t recover after injury. If after trauma the spine is unstable it needs to fixed. Physical therapy for long period of time is the only way after such injuries. READ MORE
What causes pain in your spine?
Multiple causes: disc degeneration, arthritis of the facet joints, fractures, pinched nerves... READ MORE
How should I sleep with back pain?
There are no hats and fast rules for how to sleep with back pain. Depending on where the pain comes from the spine you might feel better with your back bent ( fetal position) or extended. The quick and easy way is to let the pain guide you. Your mattress should not be too hard or too soft but again see what feels more comfortable READ MORE
How long are you out of work with a torn ligament in your knee?
It really depends on your symptoms and the ligament thats torn ACL vs PCL. You need to be evaluated by a sports orthopedics specialist. READ MORE
Is orthopedic surgery needed?
Treatment would depend on the clinical symptoms but it generally starts with physical therapy and if not successful arthroscopic shoulder surgery would be offered if clinically indicated. READ MORE
How long does a swollen knee last?
It depends on the cause for the most part, and unless the cause is clear, it’s very hard to tell. It can be due to meniscus injury, ACL tear, fracture, cartilage defects, infection.... You need to see a sports ortho surgeon. READ MORE
What is the best way to heal a sprained knee?
First step is making sure that there aren’t any ligament or meniscus injury. If not physical therapy under the supervision of a therapist is the best way. Otherwise ligament reconstruction or meniscus repair might be indicated READ MORE
How long will I be off work with a broken leg?
Totally depends on the fracture type and fixation method if you underwent surgery. It also depends on your job. Generally it can be from 6 weeks to 3-6 months. READ MORE
How do you diagnose a torn rotator cuff?
Night time pain when you sleep on it and pain with raising your arm above your head. Then physical exam and MRI READ MORE
Will my plantar fasciitis ever go away?
It’s possible. You need to ask a foot and ankle surgeon. READ MORE
What are the side effects of a discogram?
It can cause arthritis and disk breakdown in the other discs that will be injected. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4259559/ READ MORE
Do flip flops cause knee pain?
Since they don’t support the door arch some doctors argue that hey can cause lower extremity pain. For more specific answer you need to ask a foot and ankle doctor. My specialty is spine surgery READ MORE
What is the success rate of herniated disc surgery?
It is more than 90 percent successful for leg pain relief. Back pain might also improve. READ MORE
Areas of expertise and specialization
Professional Memberships
- Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons
Fellowships
- University of Virginia Spine Surgery
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Ali Nourbakhsh, MD, is a well-versed orthopedic surgeon who diagnoses and treats patients at WellStar Medical Group Orthopedic Surgery in Atlanta, GA. Furthermore, he has staff memberships at several local hospitals. As an orthopedic surgeon, she has dedicated training and unique experience in the diagnosis and preoperative, operative, and postoperative treatment of diseases and injuries of the musculoskeletal system. He has an impressive professional journey that spans twenty years and has expanse knowledge and unrivaled expertise in all facets of orthopedic surgery. For more information about Dr. Ali Nourbakhsh, please visit https://www.wellstar.org/physicians/pages/physician-profile.aspx?pid=73d2968c-2777-4ddb-a6db-d3a1ac816799.
Ali Nourbakhsh, MD, attended Tehran University of Medical Sciences in Tehran, Iran, and received his medical degree in 1998. Upon relocating, he conducted his orthopedic surgery residency at Atlanta Medical Center in Atlanta, GA. In addition, he completed his fellowship training in spine surgery at University of Virginia in Charlottesville, VA. Dr. Nourbakhsh received board certification in orthopedic surgery from the American Board of Orthopedic Surgery. And, he remains at the forefront of his challenging specialty via memberships and affiliations with prestigious professional societies and associations. As a result, he is a member of the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons. For more information about Dr. Ali Nourbakhsh, please visit https://www.findatopdoc.com/doctor/81748825-Ali-Nourbakhsh-Orthopedist.
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