Piedmont Orthopedics | OrthoAtlanta Welcomes Daniel R. Lewis, M.D., to Brookhaven

ATLANTA, Oct. 8, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Piedmont Orthopedics | OrthoAtlanta is pleased to welcome Daniel R. Lewis, M.D., a board-certified orthopaedic surgeon specializing in hand and elbow care, to its Brookhaven office. Dr. Lewis brings extensive experience treating complex conditions affecting the hand and upper extremity, including nerve and tendon injuries, fractures, arthritis, sports injuries, wounds and infections.

Dr. Lewis completed a Hand and Upper Extremity Fellowship at The Indiana Hand Center and has particular clinical interests in upper extremity spasticity and complex peripheral nerve injuries. He treats a wide range of conditions, including carpal and cubital tunnel syndrome, hand and wrist arthritis, traumatic nerve injuries, brachial plexus injuries and painful neuromas associated with amputation.

His surgical expertise includes carpal and cubital tunnel releases, fracture repair, joint fusion and arthroplasty, tendon repair and transfers, nerve repair and transfers, denervation, arthroscopy, and wound and infection management. For patients with upper extremity spasticity related to stroke, spinal cord injury, cerebral palsy and neurodegenerative conditions, he performs procedures such as tendon lengthening and releases, hyperselective neurectomies, joint fusions and Botox injections.

"We are excited to welcome Dr. Lewis to Piedmont Orthopedics | OrthoAtlanta and expand our specialized hand and upper extremity care in the Brookhaven community," said Michael Ochal, Chief Executive Officer of Piedmont Orthopedics | OrthoAtlanta. "His extensive experience with complex hand, nerve and elbow conditions, along with his commitment to patient-centered care, will be a valuable addition to our team and the patients we serve."

Before joining Piedmont Orthopedics | OrthoAtlanta, Dr. Lewis served as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Orthopedic Surgery at Atrium Health and was part of the teaching staff for the OrthoCarolina Hand Fellowship and Atrium Health/Carolinas Medical Center Orthopedic Surgery Residency. He has also held leadership positions with OrthoCarolina, including President and Chairman of the Board, and has served in committee roles with the American Society for Surgery of the Hand.

Dr. Lewis is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery and holds a Certificate of Added Qualification in Hand Surgery. He is a member of the American Society for Surgery of the Hand, American Association for Hand Surgery and American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons. His clinical and research interests have contributed to numerous publications in the areas of hand surgery, peripheral nerve injuries, wrist and radius fractures, spasticity and upper extremity reconstruction.

Outside of medicine, he enjoys woodworking, drumming, fishing, hiking, video production, photography and weight training. He has played drums since he was 12 years old and has performed with several bands. He also volunteers with Mid-Atlantic Pug Rescue and has an interest in supporting individuals affected by spinal cord injuries and stroke through community and educational outreach.

For more information or to schedule an appointment with Dr. Lewis, please visit www.OrthoAtlanta.com or contact the Brookhaven office at 404-352-1053.

About Piedmont Orthopedics | OrthoAtlanta
OrthoAtlanta is one of the largest physician-owned orthopedic and sports medicine practices in the Southeast providing an integrated approach to delivering musculoskeletal care. With more than 80 physicians serving in 28 offices, the practice provides the highest level of patient care for injuries or deformity of muscles, joints, bones, and spine. OrthoAtlanta offers convenient accessibility to a full range of musculoskeletal surgeons, specialists and patient services including on-site physical therapy, pain management care, five MRI imaging centers and workers' compensation coordination. OrthoAtlanta Surgery Centers in Austell and Fayetteville provide cost-effective, same day surgical procedures in an accredited outpatient center. Comprehensive operative and nonoperative musculoskeletal care and expertise includes sports medicine, arthroscopic surgery, hip replacement, knee replacement, neck and spine surgery, elbow and shoulder surgery, hand and wrist surgery, foot and ankle surgery, physical medicine and rehabilitation, arthritis treatment, general orthopedics, work-related and acute orthopedic injuries.

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