Summary

Dr. John Foster is an orthopedic surgeon who specializes in sports medicine, bringing more than four decades of experience to his practice. He earned his medical degree from the University of Virginia School of Medicine and completed his residency training at the United States Naval Medical Center. Dr. Foster is fluent in English, Portuguese, Russian, and Spanish.

Dr. Foster maintains affiliations with Emory Saint Joseph's Hospital and Southern Regional Medical Center, with practice locations in Riverdale and Atlanta, Georgia. He focuses on treating shoulder conditions, including rotator cuff tears and shoulder instability problems. His surgical expertise includes arthroscopic procedures and shoulder surgery techniques like acromioplasty. Patients have given Dr. Foster an average rating of 2.5 on Vitals.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 2.5
  • 42 years of experience
  • speaks English, Portuguese, Russian, Spanish
  • United States Naval Medical Center
  • 3 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 2 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 2 hospital affiliations
  • 4 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. John I Foster has 4 locations

Dominion Orthopaedic Clinic Llc

6564 Professional Pl Ste BRiverdale, GA 30274
MonClosed
TueClosed
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
ThuClosed
FriClosed
SatClosed
SunClosed

Southern Regional Medical Center

11 Upper Riverdale Rd SwRiverdale, GA 30274

Emory Saint Josephs Hospital

5665 Peachtree Dunwoody RdAtlanta, GA 30342

Dominion Orthopaedic Clinic Llc

6 Concourse Pkwy Ste 260Atlanta, GA 30328
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 3:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Dr. John I Foster III, MDDr. William Strawn Godfrey, MDDr. Daniel A Nicholson, MDDr. Akash A Trivedi, MD
Orthopedic SurgeryOrthopedic SurgeryOrthopedic SurgeryOrthopedic Surgery
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
2.5 
42 Years of Experience 9 Years of Experience 20 Years of Experience 9 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Portuguese, Russian, Spanish Speaks English, Russian, Spanish
Riverdale , GAAtlanta , GACanton , GALawrenceville , GA
Med School: University Of Virginia School Of Medicine Med School: Emory University School Of Medicine Med School: Emory University School Of Medicine Med School: Mcgovern Medical School At The Univ Of Texas Health Science Ctr At Houston
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. John I Foster

  • Accepts Medicare

Medical Specialties

Dr. John I Foster has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. John I Foster has the following 2 areas of expertise

  • Cancer
  • Sports Medicine

Certifications, License, & Education

42 Years Experience

Dr. John I Foster holds an expired medical license in the state of Georgia.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Georgia that expired in 2025.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at United States Naval Medical Center.

Medical School

Graduated from University Of Virginia School Of Medicine in 1984.

NPI Number

Dr. Foster's NPI number is 1356336655.

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Which hospitals is Dr. John Foster affiliated with?
Dr. John Foster is affiliated with Emory Saint Josephs Hospital and Southern Regional Medical Center.
What languages does Dr. John Foster speak?
Dr. John Foster speaks English, Portuguese, Russian, and Spanish.
Does Dr. John Foster accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. John Foster has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.

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