Dr. Wayne Kelley, MD | Macon, GA | Orthopedic Surgeon

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Dr. Wayne Kelley treats spinal stenosis, lumbar spinal stenosis, and lumbar spondylosis, and practices orthopedic surgery and orthopedic spine surgery. He is affiliated with Piedmont Macon North Hospital, Piedmont Macon, and The Medical Center Navicent Health in Macon, Georgia. Dr. Kelley earned his medical degree from the Medical University of South Carolina College of Medicine. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Kelley 4.47 out of 5.

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accepting new patients
4.5

89 Ratings
21 years of experience
speaks English
Medical University Of South Carolina College Of Medicine
68 written reviews
2 specialties
4 areas of expertise
3 hospital affiliations
3 office locations
Male

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

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4.5

89 Ratings with 68 written Reviews

Average Wait Time 13 Minutes

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Gave an accurate diagnosis: (49) Did WellNeeds Improvement (4)
Had a good bedside manner: (49) Did WellNeeds Improvement (7)
Spent time with me: (48) Did WellNeeds Improvement (8)
Provided follow-up after the visit: (47) Did WellNeeds Improvement (2)
Flexible scheduling: (45) Did WellNeeds Improvement (5)
Saw me in a timely manner: (1) Did WellNeeds Improvement (0)
Staff was courteous: (1) Did WellNeeds Improvement (0)

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Why go to Atlanta when you have the best orthopedic specialists right here in Macon. Dr. Kelly is an excellent spine Surgeon I wouldn’t go anywhere else.

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling
Saw me in a timely manner
Staff was courteous

Needs Improvement

September 3rd, 2026

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Dr. Kelley spends time with the patient and the family. He answers questions and offers explanations that you can understand. I am pain free after my surgery which I thought I would never be able to use the phrase “pain free” again. Every day when I wake up and begin to walk I am thankful for him.

Did Well

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

Needs Improvement

August 5th, 2026

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Dr Kelly was direct and understood what was my problem I feel very confident with Orthopedic and all the Drs.

June 15th, 2026

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This man gave me my life back. It has been several years since I've been able to stand, walk, sit, and more without excruciating pain. Dr. Kelley & staff are very helpful and caring. I had a great experience with my back surgery.

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

January 8th, 2026

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Had to have a three-disc neck fusion and Dr. Kelley was awesome. He's such a cool dude and very thorough in his explanations about the procedure. I feel 100% better and I have him and his team for helping me get my life back. Highly recommend him and OrthoGeorgia.

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

June 25th, 2025

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He explains everything to you and gives you choices on treatments. His staff is very responsive and responds quickly to questions.

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

January 29th, 2025

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Dr. Kelly is highly skilled and companionate!

September 26th, 2024

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Dr Kelley was awesome!! He ‘s nice and very professional. I like the way he is concerned on how you feel and as his staff. He has a wonderful personality always has a smile that makes you smile as well. Thank you so much for making my visits so comfortable .

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

September 12th, 2024

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Dr. Kelley was very kind and pleasant. He listened to my concerns, asked and answered questions. Very thorough in his explanation of what would be the course of my treatment.

Did Well

Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

July 16th, 2024

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I had my follow up with Dr Kelley on last week! He is just simply amazing!!! I still have some healing to do and I go back in 3 months!!!! He is the BEST and no one besides him will touch my back!!!! ??

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

May 27th, 2024

Orthogeorgia

3708 Northside DrMacon, GA 31210

Tel: (478) 745-4206

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Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm

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Piedmont Macon

350 Hospital DrMacon, GA 31217

Tel: (478) 765-7000

The Medical Center Navicent Health

777 Hemlock StMacon, GA 31201

Tel: (478) 633-1000


Dr. Wayne Kelley JR., MD	Dr. Brandon Howard Naylor, DO	Joanna Peterson Morgan	Dr. Lauren Price
Orthopedic Surgery	Orthopedic Surgery	Nurse Practitioner	Nurse Practitioner
Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients
4.5 (89 Ratings)	5 (24 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)
21 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English	Speaks English		Speaks English
Macon , GA	Cumming , GA	Macon , GA	Macon , GA
Med School: Medical University Of South Carolina College Of Medicine	Med School: A T Still University Kirksville College Of Osteopathic Medicine
Current Profile	View Profile	View Profile	View Profile

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Accepts Medicare
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Hip Osteoarthritis
Knee Osteoarthritis
Orthopedic Spine Surgery
Osteoarthritis (Hand and Wrist)

Dr. Wayne Kelley 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

Medical School

Graduated from Medical University Of South Carolina College Of Medicine in 2005.

NPI Number

Dr. Kelley's NPI number is 1205002748.

Tara Shannon Adams
Nurse Practitioner
| MACON, GA
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Joshua Shane Young
Nurse Practitioner
| Macon, GA
(0)
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Orthopedic Surgery
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Dr. Daniel Steven Chan, MD
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(28)
Dr. Matthew Harrison Martell
Orthopedic Surgery
| Macon, GA
(0)
Dr. John Thomas Hurt JR.
Orthopedic Surgery
4 Years Exp | Macon, GA
(0)
Dr. Eric Hans Gruenberger
Surgery
10 Years Exp | Ocala, FL
(0)
Dr. Alpheus Maynard Phillips Jr, MD
Orthopedic Surgery
70 Years Exp | Macon, GA
(0)
Dr. Caleb Aaron Lavigne
Orthopedic Surgery
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(0)
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(0)

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What languages does Dr. Wayne Kelley speak?: Dr. Wayne Kelley speaks English.
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Which hospitals is Dr. Wayne Kelley affiliated with?: Dr. Wayne Kelley is affiliated with Piedmont Macon North Hospital, Piedmont Macon, and THE MEDICAL CENTER NAVICENT HEALTH.
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