Mr. James P McGraw III, DMSc, MPAS, PA

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Get to know Certified Physician Assistant, Dr. James P. McGraw III, who serves patients in Peachtree City, Georgia.

Dr. McGraw III is a certified physician assistant practicing at Joint Regeneration and Anti-Aging in Peachtree City, Georgia. He finds fulfillment in aiding patients to alleviate or manage their pain, believing it contributes to restoring a semblance of normalcy in their lives.

With a combined total of nearly three decades of experience in rheumatology, orthopedic surgery, trauma, sports medicine, and integrative health care, Dr. McGraw III expands his ability to treat patients on multiple levels. He utilizes several forms of treatments such as cortisone, platelet rich plasma, platelet rich fibrinogen, and biologics.

Born and raised in Scranton, Pennsylvania, Dr. McGraw III graduated from Scranton Central High School in 1986. He then went on to earn his Bachelor of Science Degree in Biology from the University of Scranton in 1990 and his Master of Physician Assistant Studies Degree from the University of Nebraska Medical Center in 1996. Most recently, he earned his Doctorate of Medical Science from the University of Lynchburg in 2022. 

During his professional career, Dr. McGraw III has assumed various roles as a physician assistant, encompassing positions at Georgia Medical Treatment Center (October 2019 – September 2023), Windward HealthCare (October 2016 – October 2019), Advanced Health Solutions/Georgia Spine and Disc (October 2016 – October 2019), and Georgia Medical Treatment Center (April 2014 – April 2016).

Among his professional affiliations, Dr. McGraw III is an active member of both the Georgia Academy of Physician Assistants and the American Academy of Physician Assistants. 

A Certified Physician Assistant (PA-C) is a health care practitioner who practices medicine in collaboration with physicians. PAs are medical professionals, educated in the medical model to complement physician training, and assist the physician in many aspects of the practice. PAs are trained to take medical histories, perform physical examinations, order and interpret laboratory tests, diagnose illness, develop and manage treatment plans, prescribe medications, and assist in surgery.

Achieving prestigious recognition, Dr. McGraw III has been chosen to feature in the 2024 edition of Georgia’s Best of Magazine, spotlighting the premier doctors and providers in the state.

Outside of his professional pursuits, he finds solace in swimming and tennis. Europe is his favored destination for vacations, particularly relishing Viking Cruises. When it comes to professional reading, Dr. McGraw III favors publications like JAAPA, JAMA, and Clinician Reviews.

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