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Dr. John Heller, MD

Dr. John Heller, MD

Orthopedic Surgery*
40+ years of experience

Dr. John Heller, MD is an orthopedic surgeon in Atlanta, GA and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Johns Hopkins School of Medicine in 1983. He is affiliated with Emory University Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

3.8 Star Rating
Based on 89 reviews 3.8 Star Rating (89 reviews)

Practice

21 Ortho Ln Atlanta, GA 30329
Telehealth available

Make an Appointment

(404) 778-7000

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Heller is affiliated with Emory University Hospital Atlanta, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Heller specializes in the area of Orthopedic Surgery. • See board certifications
  • Friendly Staff
    Patients said the staff was friendly. • See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ • See hospitals
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Dr. Heller's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Heller

3.8

89 ratings, 58 with a written review
5 Star
69%
69%
4 Star
1%
1%
3 Star
1%
1%
2 Star
1%
1%
1 Star
28%
28%

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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Feb 12, 2024
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Tommy Justice – Aug 08, 2023
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
Apr 21, 2023
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
Back pain for life now – Dec 29, 2022
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Anne Strope – Nov 21, 2021
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Mary Pierce – Nov 12, 2021
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Scott Spaulding – Aug 13, 2021
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
Heather – Aug 12, 2021
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Scott Spaulding – Jun 04, 2021
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Robin Ragsdale – Apr 30, 2021
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Linda G – Mar 15, 2021
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Gary Jenks – Feb 24, 2021
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
6 people found this helpful
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Sep 22, 2020
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
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Mar 18, 2020
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Terry Bangs, Winter Park, FL – Jan 23, 2020
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Judy Bangs – Jan 23, 2020
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Nov 12, 2019
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
DC Glenn – Oct 22, 2019
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
Paul Repp in Dunwoody, GA – Jul 13, 2019
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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May 23, 2019
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About Me

biography

Dr. John Heller, MD is an orthopedic surgeon in Atlanta, GA and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Johns Hopkins School of Medicine in 1983. He is affiliated with Emory University Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

  • Orthopedic Surgery

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  • Johns Hopkins School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1983
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery®
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Orthopedic Surgery
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Locations

Practice

Emory Physical Therapy LLC21 Ortho Ln Atlanta, GA 30329
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2

Practice

Department of Veterans Affairs1670 Clairmont Rd Decatur, GA 30033
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Practice

Office59 Executive Park South NE Ste 3000 Atlanta, GA 30329
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Emory University Hospital

    1364 Clifton Rd NE
    Atlanta, GA 30322
    Recipient of 37
    hospital awards

    America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    83%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% lower than the national average

    80%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    4% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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