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Specialty Orthopaedics: Gainesville

Orthopedic clinic · Gainesville, GA · reviewed since 2016

How the Experts Score is calculatedEach factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (standing in the category can only raise it), then weighted; problems flagged in review highlights or a recent slide in ratings are subtracted:Satisfaction 64%93+59.1Reliability 28%95+26.8Replies to reviews 8%39+3.2Experts Score= 89Not enough data for value; its weight is shared by the others.Grade A: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.89SCORE
AGradeLetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20.
#6 of 10 cosmetic surgeonsPosition by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. · better than 44%
4.9 ★★★★★ 3,967 Google reviews · 23 photos
95%five-star reviews
4.95★last 12 monthsAverage stars on reviews from the last 12 months only.
0.6%1–2★ in 2 yearsShare of 1–2★ reviews in the last 24 months — or the 20 newest reviews when the company had fewer than 20 in that time.
41%reviews answered by the owner
Oct 2026latest review

Specialty Orthopaedics: Gainesville at a glance

Reviewers frequently praise the clinic's professional staff, efficient scheduling, and clear communication regarding treatment options and procedures. The practice maintains a 4.9 rating from nearly four thousand reviews, with many patients noting prompt service and thorough explanations during visits. However, some low-rated reviews criticize delays in scheduling follow-ups, slow turnaround times for imaging results, and brief consultation periods that leave patients feeling uninformed about their care.

  • Google rating: 4.9 out of 5 from 3,967 reviews (95% five-star).
  • Reviews on this page: 3,967 Google reviews (2,491 with written comments, 32 with photos).
  • Owner responses: the business replied to 41% of reviews.
  • Most recent review: October 28, 2026.
  • Service: Cosmetic Surgeon serving Gainesville, Georgia.

Data from Google, last updated October 28, 2026.

Score profile vs other cosmetic surgeons

Score per factor (100 = best)Each factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (star average, share of 1–2★ reviews, price verdicts…); standing within the category can only raise it, never lower it.. Strongest: momentum and reliability; weakest: replies to reviews.

Satisfaction93Reliability95Craft & service–Value–Momentum100Replies to reviews39Satisfaction: 93 (median 94)Reliability: 95 (median 95)Momentum: 100 (median 100)Replies to reviews: 39 (median 83)
This companyCosmetic Surgeons median0 = centre, 100 = best
SatisfactionSatisfaction · 54% of the scoreRecency-weighted star average (2-year half-life), shrunk toward the category mean by review volume; the company’s own lifetime average as the prior; absolute: 4.0★ = 0, 5★ = 100.Specialty Orthopaedics: Gainesville: 93/100 on this factor. Category median: 94.A
93
ReliabilityReliability · 24% of the scoreHow rarely jobs go badly: share of 1–2★ reviews — 60% the last 24 months (or the 20 newest if fewer), 40% all-time; 0% = 100, 15%+ = 0; the category percentile can only raise it.Specialty Orthopaedics: Gainesville: 95/100 on this factor. Category median: 95.A
95
Craft & serviceCraft & service · penalty only, up to −10 pointsGoogle review highlights: Quality, Professionalism, Responsiveness, Punctuality — how rarely reviewers flag them as a negative, per review since highlights began; 0% = 100, 5%+ = 0. Subtracted from the score (up to −10), never averaged in — clean highlights are the norm, not a bonus.Not enough reviews for this factor yet.–
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ValueValue · 14% of the scoreCustomers’ own price verdicts (Great / Reasonable vs Overpriced) and Value highlights; 65% absolute (all “reasonable” ≈ 80, “great” = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.Not enough reviews for this factor yet. Category median: 100.–
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MomentumMomentum · penalty only, up to −10 pointsPenalises only a real slide: last-12-month average below lifetime (−0.5★ = 0). Still 4.8★+ over the last year, or steady/improving = 100. Subtracted from the score (up to −10), never averaged in.Specialty Orthopaedics: Gainesville: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.A
100
Replies to reviewsReplies to reviews · 7% of the scoreHow often the owner publicly replies to reviews under 5★ (1–4★). Needs 3+ such reviews, otherwise not counted; 65% absolute (80%+ replied = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.Specialty Orthopaedics: Gainesville: 39/100 on this factor. Category median: 83.D
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Star ratings

3,967 Google reviews we collected

  • 5 stars3,75995%
  • 4 stars1333%
  • 3 stars271%
  • 2 stars80%
  • 1 star401%

Praise vs complaints

Phrases our text analysis found in 2,491 written reviews

  • Praise2,90898%
  • Complaints512%

Topic share

How often each topic comes up in the written reviews

  • Staff & attitude1,34145%
  • Communication43315%
  • Quality & results42114%
  • Speed & response35112%
  • Would recommend32711%
  • Honesty & trust672%
  • Price & value191%

What customers talk about

We read 2,491 written reviews and marked every phrase about these topics. The same colors are highlighted in the reviews.

  • “Couldn’t ask for a more professional and friendly group of medical individuals”
    “And whenever I call they either send me to VM or hung up on me.”
  • “Brandon is always friendly, positive, and so easy to talk to.”
  • “She was very professional, pleasant and explained everything thoroughly.”
    “Terrible wont recommend kneed injure doctor doesn't understand made me pay for x ray didn’t look anything and recommend to come back knee specialist…”
  • “Professional, prompt, and pleasant from check-in, to x-ray, to exam.”
    “Ran 35 minutes behind and NO I’m sorry for the delay.”
  • “I highly recommend him and the practice as a whole!”
    “Would not recommend unless two hour office visit is acceptable.”
  • “Brandon is genuinely interested in helping me understand my treatment options and explains them thoroughly.”
    “This is an paid insurance fraud doctor no medical help is being provided .”
  • “He was extremely professional and helped my situation a great deal!”

People customers mention

  • Filson 140 reviews
  • Roby 103 reviews
  • Davis 93 reviews
  • Puckett 80 reviews
  • Orthopedics 70 reviews
  • John 56 reviews

praise complaint · found by our text analysis, Google review wording unchanged.

Recent reviews

LynneLocal Guide · 121 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · Edited 7 hours ago★★★★★

I saw Dr. Vachtsevanos and not the PA. Dr Vachtsevanos was great. He was professional and personable. He asked how I did with the last shot. He deadened my knee and gave me the injection. Dr Vachtsevanos was top notch. I will be back in 3 months for the next shot.

JaneLocal Guide · 12 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · Edited 20 hours ago★★★★★

Brandon is always friendly, positive, and so easy to talk to. I have complete confidence in his care for my bone-on-bone condition. He is knowledgeable, professional, and a tremendous asset to Specialty Orthopedics. I highly recommend him

Vicky2 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · Edited a day ago★★★★★

Very professional and extremely helpful. Explained everything so I could understand. Highly recommend. My first time with Madison. She was great. Treated me with respect and explained everything to me.

Cheryl7 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · Edited a day ago★★★★★

Visit with Dr. Brandon was very nice. He was attentive and very professional. This was the first time I have seen him.

TracyLocal Guide · 12 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 4 days ago★★★★★

Mr. Roby was superb! Knowledgeable, kind, best provider experience ever. Highly recommend.

Lisa4 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 4 days ago★★★★★

Fast, very friendly and efficient. Everything was explained to me and I felt very comfortable with the decisions made about my treatment.

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Customer reviews

4.9 ★★★★★ 3,967 reviews on Google · rating breakdown

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Lynne DonehooLocal Guide · 121 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Lynne has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

I saw Dr. Vachtsevanos and not the PA. Dr Vachtsevanos was great. He was professional and personable. He asked how I did with the last shot. He deadened my knee and gave me the injection. Dr Vachtsevanos was top notch. I will be back in 3 months for the next shot.

Linda Morris4 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Linda has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Couldn’t ask for a more professional and friendly group of medical individuals

Response from the owner · 15 hours ago

Thank you for the 5-star rating. We appreciate it!

Jane SwainLocal Guide · 12 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Jane has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Brandon is always friendly, positive, and so easy to talk to. I have complete confidence in his care for my bone-on-bone condition. He is knowledgeable, professional, and a tremendous asset to Specialty Orthopedics. I highly recommend him

Response from the owner · 15 hours ago

Thank you for sharing your great feedback. We appreciate it!

Tk 4211 reviewTotal number of Google reviews Tk has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

He was thorough and reassuring

Response from the owner · 15 hours ago

We appreciate your kind words!

irene from Suches7 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews irene has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Took time to go through all my options. Listened and communicated well

Response from the owner · 15 hours ago

Thank you for the positive review!

Vicky Cagle2 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Vicky has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Very professional and extremely helpful. Explained everything so I could understand. Highly recommend. My first time with Madison. She was great. Treated me with respect and explained everything to me.

Response from the owner · a day ago

We appreciate your 5-star rating!

Cheryl Mize7 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Cheryl has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Visit with Dr. Brandon was very nice. He was attentive and very professional. This was the first time I have seen him.

Response from the owner · a day ago

Thank you! We appreciate you posting a review and are happy to receive your positive feedback!

Sudie Perdue1 reviewTotal number of Google reviews Sudie has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Kind, caring staff!

Response from the owner · a day ago

Thank you! We appreciate you posting a review and are happy to receive your positive feedback!

Donna Dacus4 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Donna has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Amazing!!! Very gentle with my injury and listened intently

Response from the owner · a day ago

Thank you for taking the time to share your kind words with us!

Darrell Wiley4 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Darrell has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Professional, prompt, and pleasant from check-in, to x-ray, to exam.

Response from the owner · a day ago

We appreciate your 5-star review!

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