Dr. Norman L. Donati Jr, MD | Columbus, GA | Orthopedic Surgeon

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Dr. Norman Donati Jr has practiced orthopedic surgery for 45 years and is affiliated with Piedmont Columbus Regional Northside. He completed his residency at Campbell Foundation University of Tennessee and earned his medical degree from the University of Tennessee Health Science Center College of Medicine. He sees patients in Columbus and Thomaston, Georgia, and speaks English and Spanish. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Donati Jr 4.75 out of 5.

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accepting new patients
4.8

57 Ratings
45 years of experience
8 insurance plans accepted
speaks English, Spanish
Campbell Fountation University Of Tennessee
25 written reviews
1 specialty
19 areas of expertise
1 hospital affiliation
2 office locations

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

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Dr. Donati Jr's Ratings and Reviews

4.8

57 Ratings with 25 written Reviews

Average Wait Time 12 Minutes

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Our experience with Dr. Donati Jr. has always been helpful, explanations given and treatment went well. He is very experienced in his field and if he doesn't feel comfortable treating your complaint he will recommend a doctor from the Hughston clinic that can. His staff is always friendly.

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

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August 14th, 2021

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I have been very pleased with the care I have received from Dr Donati and his staff.

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

March 14th, 2019

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Dr. Donati, Ben, and staff have always been on top of all my and husbands injuries. I highly recommend them to anyone. I wouldn’t go to any other team of professionals.

March 2nd, 2019

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Trust Dr. Donations and his staff completely

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

February 28th, 2019

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I appreciate the attention I was given. Great service and so very grateful for the time spent explaining the issues I was having.

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

February 27th, 2019

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Dr Donati has repaired my shoulder, my arm/wrist after I broke it in 26 pcs, and now my knee. I can’t imagine anyone doing a better job. I highly recommend Dr. Donati, Ben, and the rest of their team!

February 21st, 2019

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Extremely knowledgeable about the issues the patient has. They take a great deal of time discussing your medical care and issues. I deeply appreciated the care I received and the amount of professional care they expressed

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

February 14th, 2019

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Have always gotten the best care for my Orthopedic needs.

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

February 9th, 2019

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My husband and I have been going to Dr Donati for about 8 years and have been treated very well by him and his staff. If you see his NPR Ben be asureed you are getting one of the best. Their wait time is one of the shortest I have ever had at any Doctors office.

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

February 5th, 2019

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Excellent, professional, and courteous service. Entire staff very helpful. Has served my family very well for many years.

January 29th, 2019

Hughston Clinic

6262 Veterans PkwyColumbus, GA 31909

Tel: (706) 324-6661

Mon8:00 am - 5:30 pm

Tue8:00 am - 5:30 pm

Wed8:00 am - 5:30 pm

Thu8:00 am - 5:30 pm

Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm

SatClosed

SunClosed

Hughston Clinic Columbus

522 N Center StThomaston, GA 30286

Tel: (706) 646-4371


Dr. Norman Louis Donati Jr, MD	Dr. William Min, MD	Dr. John Calhoun Peterson Floyd, MD	Dr. Johnathan Heath Thompson, DO
Orthopedic Surgery	Orthopedic Surgery	Orthopedic Surgery	Orthopedic Surgery
Accepts New Patients		Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients
4.8 (57 Ratings)	4.2 (21 Ratings)	4.8 (13 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)
45 Years of Experience	21 Years of Experience	27 Years of Experience	15 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish	Speaks English	Speaks English	Speaks English
Columbus , GA	Columbus , GA	Columbus , GA	Columbus , GA
Med School: University Of Tennessee Health Science Center College Of Medicine	Med School: Rutgers New Jersey Medical School	Med School: Mercer University School Of Medicine	Med School: Lincoln Memorial Universi
Current Profile	View Profile	View Profile	View Profile

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Accepts Medicare
Accepts Medicaid
Aetna
Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Georgia
Cigna
Humana
Medicare
Medicare - Medicare
Tricare
UnitedHealthcare

Orthopedic Surgery

Ankle Injuries
Arthroscopy
Bone Fracture
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Foot Injuries
Herniated Disc
Hip Surgery
Hip Surgery (Hip Replacement Arthroplasty)
Joint Pain/Swelling
Joint Replacement
Knee Injuries
Knee Osteoarthritis
Laminectomy
Orthopedic Procedures
Osteoarthritis
Scoliosis
Sports Injuries
Sports Medicine
Surgery

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Campbell Fountation University Of Tennessee.

Medical School

Graduated from University Of Tennessee Health Science Center College Of Medicine in 1981.

NPI Number

Dr. Donati Jr's NPI number is 1003818741.

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(0)
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Nurse Practitioner
| Columbus, GA
(0)
Dr. Champ Leroy Baker JR., MD
Sports Medicine
54 Years Exp | Columbus, GA
(25)
Dr. Thomas Raymond Walsh, MD
Orthopedic Spine Surgery
43 Years Exp | Columbus, GA
(21)
Dr. Juan Ramon Amador, MD
Family Medicine
43 Years Exp | Columbus, GA
(1)
Dr. John Robert Reaume, MD
Orthopedic Surgery
21 Years Exp | Asheville, NC
(4)
Dr. Sean A Blake, DPT, DO
Hand Surgery
19 Years Exp | Columbus, GA
(5)
Dr. Jeffrey Michael Callin, MD
Family Medicine
29 Years Exp | Fort Benning, GA
(0)
Dr. Adam Robert Schneider, MD
Orthopedic Surgery
11 Years Exp | Fort Benning, GA
(0)
Dr. Ronald Lee Newcomb JR., DO
Orthopedic Surgery
15 Years Exp | Fort Benning, GA
(0)

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Where is Dr. Norman Donati Jr's office located?: Dr. Norman Donati Jr's office is located at 6262 Veterans Pkwy, Columbus, GA, 31909.
Which hospitals is Dr. Norman Donati Jr affiliated with?: Dr. Norman Donati Jr is affiliated with Piedmont Columbus Regional Northside.

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