Summary

Dr. Laura Tharp is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon with dual specialization in orthopedic surgery and plastic surgery. She earned her medical degree from Mercer University School of Medicine and completed her residency at The Medical University of South Carolina. With 19 years of clinical experience, Dr. Tharp brings extensive expertise to her practice. She is fluent in both English and Spanish.

Dr. Tharp maintains hospital affiliations with Tift Regional Medical Center, Coffee Regional Medical Center, South Georgia Medical Center, Jeff Davis Hospital, and Clinch Memorial Hospital, with practice locations throughout Georgia including Douglas, Hazlehurst, Homerville, Tifton, and Valdosta. She specializes in treating conditions such as carpal tunnel syndrome and osteoarthritis. Her procedural expertise includes extremity X-rays and bursa aspiration procedures. Patients have given Dr. Tharp an average rating of 5.0.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 5
  • 19 years of experience
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • The Medical University Of South Carolina
  • 2 specialties
  • 16 areas of expertise
  • 5 hospital affiliations
  • 7 office locations
  • Female

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Locations

Dr. Laura Lee Tharp has 7 locations

Orthopedic Surgeons Of Georgia

100 Doctors Dr Ste IDouglas, GA 31533
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 - 12:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Jeff Davis Hospital

163 S Tallahassee StHazlehurst, GA 31539

Clinch Memorial Hospital

1050 Valdosta HwyHomerville, GA 31634

Orthopedic Surgeions Of Georgia

1050 Valdosta HwyHomerville, GA 31634
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 - 12:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Orthopedic Surgeons Of Georgia

11 Cross StHazlehurst, GA 31539
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 - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Tift Regional Medical Center

901 18th St ETifton, GA 31794

South Georgia Medical Center

2501 N Patterson StValdosta, GA 31602

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Dr. Laura Lee Tharp, MDDr. Jason Nolen Cox, MDDr. Maureen Ann Muecke, MDDr. Hewatt Mc Graw Sims, MD
Orthopedic SurgeryFamily MedicineOtolaryngology-Head & Neck SurgeryOrthopedic Surgery
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
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19 Years of Experience 31 Years of Experience 38 Years of Experience 29 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish
Douglas , GAAlma , GAVestavia Hills , ALTifton , GA
Med School: Mercer University School Of Medicine Med School: Mercer University School Of Medicine Med School: University Of Wisconsin School Of Medicine & Public Health Med School: Mercer University School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Laura Lee Tharp

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid

Medical Specialties

Dr. Laura Lee Tharp has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Laura Lee Tharp has the following 16 areas of expertise

  • Arthroscopy
  • Bone Fracture
  • Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
  • Herniated Disc
  • Hip Osteoarthritis
  • Hip Surgery
  • Joint Pain/Swelling
  • Joint Replacement
  • Knee Osteoarthritis
  • Knee Surgery
  • Laminectomy
  • Osteoarthritis
  • Plastic Surgery
  • Scoliosis
  • Sports Medicine
  • Surgery

Certifications, License, & Education

19 Years Experience

Dr. Laura Lee Tharp 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 2026.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at The Medical University Of South Carolina.

Medical School

Graduated from Mercer University School Of Medicine in 2007.

NPI Number

Dr. Tharp's NPI number is 1437356813.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Dr. Laura Tharp's office located?
Dr. Laura Tharp's office is located at 100 Doctors Dr Ste I, Douglas, GA, 31533.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Laura Tharp?
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Is Dr. Laura Tharp accepting new patients?
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Does Dr. Laura Tharp accept my insurance?
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Which hospitals is Dr. Laura Tharp affiliated with?
Dr. Laura Tharp is affiliated with Tift Regional Medical Center, Coffee Regional Medical Center, South Georgia Medical Center, Jeff Davis Hospital, and Clinch Memorial Hospital.

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