DR. ELAN GOLAN

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Faster. Strong. Without Pain.

Rotator cuff • Labral/SLAP tears • Instability/Dislocations • AC joint • Thrower’s shoulder

Highly respected orthopedic surgeon • Hundreds of Google 5-star reviews • University of Georgia faculty member • Assistant Physician for Pittsburgh Steelers and Pittsburgh Penguins

Offices in Lawrenceville & Hamilton Mill. Click for addresses.

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Dr. Golan accepts most major insurance plans, including Medicare and Medicaid. For specific insurance plan inquiries, please contact the office.

Shoulder Specialist Orthopedic Care

World-class shoulder care from Dr. Elan Golan. University of Georgia Faculty

Dr. Elan Golan is a fellowship-trained sports medicine orthopedic surgeon with a focused practice in shoulder injuries—from rotator cuff and labral/SLAP tears to instability/dislocations and thrower’s shoulder. A University of Georgia honors graduate, he has served as a team physician for the Pittsburgh Steelers and Penguins and currently cares for athletes at Georgia Gwinnett College, Kalonji Soccer Academy, and multiple Gwinnett County high schools—bringing elite-level shoulder expertise to patients of all ages.

Dr. Golan Biography

Proudly Serving as a Faculty Member at the University of Georgia.

What The Athletes Say About Dr. Golan

Dr. Elan Golan enjoys hundreds of 5-star reviews on Google and Facebook. In fact, few practices in the area have a better record of patient satisfaction. But don't just take our word for it; read what the athletes say about Dr. Golan’s approach and successes.

Dr. Golan is great! He has been treating my son for a torn labrum. He has been kind and caring, always taking time to hear any concerns my son has.”
– Scott G.
Dr. Golan is a talented and honest surgeon. He sets real expectations, takes a genuine interest in what you are trying to solve.”
– Frederick G.
Today was my first time meeting him for my shoulder. He was very detailed about my injury and the process on how to recover.”
– Kimberly C.
Dr. Golan is straight forward and very professional. He and his staff have been extremely supportive and very helpful to my son.”
– Shannan W.
Since you enter the office everyone it’s so nice, making you feel that they really care about you.”
– Edison D.

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With his advanced knowledge of the unique mechanics of athletes and the complex anatomy of the shoulder joint, Dr. Golan is the premier Atlanta-area specialist for amateur and high-level athletes with shoulder pain.

Overview

Throwing and overhead motions exert considerable stress on the shoulder, which explains why shoulder pain and injuries are so common in athletics. Fellowship-trained sports medicine and orthopedic surgery specialist Elan Golan, MD, specializes in assessing and treating shoulder injuries in athletes in Hamilton Mill, Snellville, and Lawrenceville, Georgia. With his advanced knowledge of the unique mechanics of athletes and the complex anatomy of the shoulder joint, Dr. Golan is the premier Atlanta-area specialist for amateur and high-level athletes with shoulder pain. Book your appointment online or call the office for help now.

Shoulder Pain Q & A

What causes shoulder pain in athletes?

The extensive network of bones, tendons, ligaments, cartilage, and muscles in your shoulder allow for quite a few possible causes of shoulder pain. Some of the most common pain-causing shoulder injuries in athletes include:

Labral tears
SLAP (superior labrum anterior to posterior) tears
Bicep tendinitis
Tendon tears
Rotator cuff tendinitis
Rotator cuff tears
Internal shoulder impingement
Shoulder instability
Shoulder dislocation
Shoulder fractures
Glenohumeral internal rotation deficit
Scapular rotation dysfunction

Shoulder injuries are most common among baseball players and other athletes who regularly pitch a ball or reach overhead. But, these pain-causing shoulder injuries can also occur during tackle sports, during a fall, or because of a blow to the shoulder joint.

When should I see the doctor for shoulder pain?

If you have any new shoulder pain, whether it starts during sports, while you’re asleep, when you're washing your hair, or at some other time, it's important to see Dr. Golan for an evaluation as soon as possible.

This becomes crucial if you have additional issues like arm weakness, shoulder swelling, reduced shoulder movement, or bruising. Shoulder pain can quickly increase, and you could lose the use of your shoulder if you try to ignore the problem. Instead, Dr. Golan offers advanced solutions to end your shoulder pain permanently.

How is shoulder pain treated?

First, Dr. Golan performs a complete shoulder assessment to find the damage inside your shoulder. Depending on your diagnosis, he may prescribe nonoperative care first. Some shoulder injuries may respond to activity changes, physical therapy, and other conservative care.

If you have a complex shoulder injury or severe shoulder pain, Dr. Golan may recommend minimally invasive shoulder arthroscopy. Using tiny incisions, he can repair labral tears, rotator cuff damage, biceps tendons, and other shoulder area damage.

Minimally invasive techniques like arthroscopy greatly reduce surgical risks, minimize bleeding, relieve your pain, and allow for faster healing compared with old-fashioned shoulder surgery.

Following shoulder surgery, Dr. Golan creates a personalized rehab plan to meet the needs of your particular sport. His goal is to stop your shoulder pain while transitioning you safely back to full form.

As a premier shoulder pain specialist, Elan Golan, MD, has your unique needs in mind as you heal and return to your sport. He's ready to tailor a plan for you, so don't hesitate to call the office or use the online booking tool now.