Piedmont Orthopedics | OrthoAtlanta Welcomes Jaepil Eric Yoon, M.D., to Henry County

HENRY COUNTY, Ga., Oct. 28, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Piedmont Orthopedics | OrthoAtlanta is pleased to welcome Jaepil Eric Yoon, M.D., a fellowship-trained orthopaedic surgeon specializing in Sports Medicine, to its McDonough and Locust Grove locations. Dr. Yoon provides comprehensive care for sports-related injuries and musculoskeletal conditions, with expertise in arthroscopic procedures and the treatment of injuries affecting the shoulder, elbow, wrist, hip, knee and ankle.

Dr. Yoon completed his Orthopaedic Surgery Residency at Westchester Medical Center/New York Medical College, a Level I trauma center, followed by a Sports Medicine Fellowship at Lenox Hill Hospital in New York. During his fellowship, he served as an assistant team physician for the New York Jets and as a team physician for a state championship-winning high school football and hockey program.

His clinical interests include ACL reconstruction, meniscus repair, multiligament knee injuries, rotator cuff repair, complex shoulder instability, hip arthroscopy, shoulder, hip and knee replacement, and fracture care. His advanced training includes arthroscopic procedures of the shoulder, elbow, wrist, hip, knee and ankle.

"Dr. Yoon brings specialized Sports Medicine training and a broad range of experience caring for athletes and patients with musculoskeletal injuries," said Michael Ochal, Chief Executive Officer of Piedmont Orthopedics | OrthoAtlanta. "His commitment to listening to patients and developing thoughtful, individualized treatment plans will be a tremendous asset to our team. We are excited to welcome him to Henry County and expand access to specialized orthopedic care in McDonough and Locust Grove."

"Providing access to high-quality orthopedic and sports medicine care close to home is an important part of our commitment to the communities we serve," said David Kent, CEO of Piedmont Henry Hospital. "Dr. Yoon's advanced training, experience caring for athletes at all levels and patient-centered approach make him an outstanding addition to our medical staff. We are pleased to welcome him to Henry County and look forward to the impact he will have on patients throughout our region."

A former competitive athlete, Dr. Yoon understands firsthand the physical and emotional impact an orthopedic injury can have. He played varsity ice hockey at Bowdoin College, where he was a member of two NESCAC championship teams, and has undergone multiple orthopedic procedures related to athletic injuries. These experiences helped shape his commitment to helping patients recover and return to the activities they enjoy.

Dr. Yoon takes a patient-centered approach and believes surgery should be considered when it is the best option or when non-operative treatments have been unsuccessful. He strives to be a "family orthopedist" by listening to patients, understanding their goals, and helping them make informed decisions.

Dr. Yoon graduated cum laude from Bowdoin College with degrees in Classics and Biochemistry and earned his medical degree from Emory University School of Medicine. He received a Fulbright research grant to study gastrointestinal cancers in Seoul, South Korea. Throughout his training, he contributed to peer-reviewed orthopedic and medical research and presentations.

Dr. Yoon is affiliated with Piedmont Henry Hospital and Piedmont Fayette Hospital.

Outside of medicine, Dr. Yoon enjoys soccer, ice hockey, weightlifting, hiking, and spending time with family.

Dr. Yoon is now seeing patients at the Piedmont Orthopedics | OrthoAtlanta Locust Grove and McDonough locations. For more information or to schedule an appointment with Dr. Yoon, please visit www.OrthoAtlanta.com or contact the Locust Grove office at 770-415-2510 or the McDonough office at 678-214-6111.

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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