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T. Scott Maughon

T. Scott Maughon, MD

4.9471 ratings

Orthopedic SurgeryOrthopedic Sports Medicine

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Languages

  • English

About T. Scott Maughon

Emory Affiliation

Emory Clinic - School of Medicine Faculty
Emory Healthcare Network
Emory Physician Group Practice

Academic Title

Assistant Professor

Year Started Practicing

1987

About the Provider

Dr. Maughon is a native of Atlanta, Georgia and a product of Lakeside High School. He then attended the University of Georgia on a baseball scholarship where he lettered 4 years as a pitcher. Upon graduation, Dr. Maughon attended the Medical College of Georgia and obtained his medical degree and was inducted into the prestigious Alpha Omega Alpha medical honor society. After graduation, he completed his internship and residency in orthopaedic surgery at Georgia Baptist Medical Center in Atlanta, Georgia. After residency, he was chosen for a highly regarded sports medicine fellowship with world-renowned sports medicine and orthopeadic surgeon, Dr. James R. Andrews. Since returning to Atlanta, Dr. Maughon started The Sports Medicine and Orthopaedic Institute of Gwinnett. He started and organized sports medicine coverage for Gwinnett County and North Atlanta high schools and community parks as well as serving as chairman of Gwinnett Medical Center’s sports medicine committee from its inception in 1992 until 2005.

Dr. Maughon joins the Emory orthopaedic surgery faculty with a special interest in the throwing shoulder and baseball injuries. His professional interests include ACL/MCL/PCL reconstruction, knee arthroscopy, rotator cuff tears, shoulder instability and dislocations, injuries in the aging athlete, meniscal/cartilage repair, ligament injuries, tendon injuries, joint preservation, and joint replacement surgery of the knee and shoulder. He was nominated by his peers and selected by the Emory School of Medicine Recognitions Committee as a doctor who exemplifies the outstanding faculty of the Emory School of Medicine on Doctor’s Day 2016.

Dr. Maughon is currently involved in numerous studies for the prevention of youth injuries in baseball for the throwing athlete, as well as being proactive in the training and conditioning of youth and high school athletes in all sports. He also is active in the mentoring and teaching of other orthopaedic residents as well as research in sports medicine.

Dr. Maughon currently serves as the doctor for the Tour Championship of the PGA Tour the last four years at East Lake Golf Club and treats PGA players and served as the 2011 PGA golf tournament doctor at Atlanta Athletic Club.

Dr. Maughon is a member of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS) and a member of the American Orthopaedic Society for Sports Medicine (AOSSM). He is also Board Certified in Orthopaedic Surgery and Board Certified in Sports Medicine.

Dr. Maughon, his wife Laurie, and two children Ansley and Ty currently reside in Johns Creek, Georgia. He enjoys spending time at the local high schools where he serves as a team physician, as well as working on his farm and likes going to Athens where he is an avid Bulldog fan.

Interpretive Services

To provide the highest quality of care, interpreter services may be utilized to ensure proper communication of medical information for deaf, hard-of-hearing, and non-English speaking patients or family members.

Locations

  1. Emory Orthopaedics & Spine Center - Johns Creek

Expertise

Education

  • Fellowship: Alabama Sports Medicine Institute, Sports Medicine, 1992
  • Residency: Georgia Baptist Medical Center, Orthopaedic Surgery, 1991
  • Internship: Georgia Baptist Medical Center, Orthopaedic Surgery, 1987
  • Medical Education: Medical College of Georgia, MD, 1986

Board Certifications

  • Orthopaedic Sports Medicine: American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery, 2008
  • Orthopaedic Surgery: American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery, 1994

Ratings & Reviews

4.9 out of 5

471 ratings

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    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/30/2026

    I've been seeing Dr. Maughon for almost 30 years! He is the best!!!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/26/2026

    Goes without saying one of the best in the business and wouldn't go anywhere else when it comes to orthopedic offices.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/26/2026

    The best!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/19/2026

    The doctor explained my diagnosis and treatment for my issues very well

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/7/2026

    Dr Mahon explained everything and even demonstrated on the knee answered all my questions

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/26/2026

    Very good

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/14/2026

    I highly recommend the physician & staff. I received quality care & consistent communication through the process.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/22/2026

    Great team work

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/8/2026

    Dr. Maughon is very good at what he does. He listens and responds to my questions and concerns. He is not about short cuts. I can tell that he is very interested in getting results and pushing me to get to my potential strengths and abilities. For that, I appreciate him very much.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/18/2025

    Doctor Maughon was fantastic. Knew what was going on from my history and immediately and confidently had a plan.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/12/2025

    Dr. And assistant explained in detail every visit what was going to happen.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/5/2025

    Very professional, explanatory, concerned, involved in visit.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/4/2025

    I have recommended Dr. Maughon several times to friends that might have orthopedic problems. I know that he is an excellent source for sound medical advice.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/21/2025

    Great Experience

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/20/2025

    Great experience

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/1/2025

    Excellent

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/12/2025

    Good

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/2/2025

    I continue to be pleased with Dr. Maughan's expertise and bed-side-manner.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/29/2025

    Dr Maughon is an excellent physician and I have the utmost confidence in him. He is a true professional and gentleman in his treatment of me.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/15/2025

    Again the best

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/30/2025

    I recommended DR maughon to a coworker who is asking for an expert on shoulder sx

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/19/2025

    Dr. Maughon is very clear in discussing the issue that is occuring.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/12/2025

    Good

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/8/2025

    Dr Maughan is very professional and explains everything with kindness and caring.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/8/2025

    Excellent

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/2/2025

    He was very concerned and explained what he's going to do about it.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/1/2025

    Great bed side manners by everyone I encountered.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/25/2025

    Excellent experience!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/19/2025

    Dr. Maughon is the best.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/27/2025

    Dr. Maughon is wonderful! He has been my Ortho since the early 90's!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/14/2025

    AgainTop notch experience

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/27/2025

    Dr Maughan is wonderful. Very comforting and never rushing

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/23/2025

    Dr. Maughon was fantastic and he made me feel very comfortable!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/20/2025

    Dr. Maughan was the best. Always caring and informative. A keeper!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/7/2025

    Although Dr. Maughon did not see the deterioration that my pain should have caused, he listened and heard me regarding finding a solution to my problem, even referring me to another surgeon!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/31/2025

    The doctor explained everything and why he was gonna do the treatment that we were gonna go forward with.

    4 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/20/2025

    The doctor and I seemed to have a communication gap. I told the doctor that the day of my visit was an unusually pain-free day, and the only communication I've gotten from the office since then is congratulations on fixing the pain. Despite the fact that I have reported that the pain (as expected) returned, and the ache of the shoulder and elbow can be overwhelming at times and prevent me from doing many things (as I described during the visit). The doctor did suggest a treatment I'll look into, but I just can't be sure that he understood what I was saying to him about the pain.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/12/2025

    Exemplary interaction

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/6/2024

    Wonderful experience with Dr and his team

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/5/2024

    Dr. Maughon was great! He was very good at explaining to me my situation.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/15/2024

    Exceptional service

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/9/2024

    Dr. Maughon is always helpful and concerned about options that best suit me.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/7/2024

    Have recommended Dr. Maughon to several friends and neighbors.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/17/2024

    Received exemplary care from Dr. Maughon. He took the time to reassure me and answer all my questions

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/16/2024

    Dr Maghon is professional and Informative

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/26/2024

    The team here really rolled out the red carpet! I felt OK, really mattered as a patient at Emory!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/14/2024

    Dr Maughon is awesome on so many levels.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/14/2024

    I have full trust in the staff and office. They have been amazing.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/29/2024

    I had a great experience from beginning to end. Would highly recommend!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/29/2024

    Dr. Maughon is renowned, and he stays client focused.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/17/2024

    I felt great after my visit and diagnosis

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/16/2024

    My experience was pleasant and timely

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/27/2024

    Appreciated the extra time and effort he gave to meet my specific situation

    4 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/25/2024

    Cannot get good answers as far as the next step (rehab) is concerned. I am still not certain about my actual physical condition. .

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/20/2024

    I think I was so excited that the potential surgery he recommended was an easier recovery, that I felt I didn't get a clear picture of the recovery. I ended up having questions after the appointment. I'll send them to Cooper Wall.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/19/2024

    Would definitely recommend Dr M great surgeon takes time to explain makes you part of conversation

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/30/2024

    Dr Maughon is very good communicator and trust him completely.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/28/2024

    I've always had great treatment in this department. Dr. Maughon and his staff have aways given me great service.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/27/2024

    Dr.Maughon was very thorough.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/16/2024

    I would absolutely recommend this physician. I am very pleased with the outcome of my surgeries.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/15/2024

    The best experience for check in, Xray, pa and then doctor

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/14/2024

    Great experience

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/14/2024

    Dr Maughon took the time to review my injury, and really was thorough and caring every step of the process.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/11/2024

    Dr. M does a great job pulls noPunches honest

    2 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/11/2024

    It would have been helpful 1. Clear instructions on what to do after surgery 2. No mixed instructions for some other surgery 3. I pulled a muscle in my knee and was in even more pain during post op recovery 4. Bedside manner of surgeon5. Please don't shame me 6. Listen to all patients and be considerate 7. Explain meds and how to take them 8. Don't have patients sign consent without explaining what is being signed; if the surgeon is in a hurry have someone else get the consent form signed 9. I'm not a young athlete; I'm a 70 year old senior who wants to be treated with dignity and respect as well as compassion.10. Customer service is expected and should always be given 11. On the first visit, Sizing up my husband rather than talking to me

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/10/2024

    Dr. Maughon is always wonderful!!

    3 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/21/2024

    Dr. Maughon has preformed 3 prior surgeries which is why I entrusted my knee replacement to him. The after care has not been good. I often feel dismissed and rushed. Finding and getting an appointment with a competent physical therapist has been nearly impossible and I strongly feel and encourage greater relationships be formed between the surgeon and several physical therapist. Without a physical therapist the surgery is a waste of time and money. A patients question or concerns may seem silly but they should be listened to and time taken to explain. I usually have a wait after my appointment time only to then feel rushed through my appointment

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/20/2024

    Everything is good and no bad

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/17/2024

    Dr. Maughon saw me through several years of maintaining arthritic knees before assessing on this visit that replacements are necessary. He helped extend the life of my knees so that additional replacements in the future may not be necessary.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/17/2024

    Very personable

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/16/2024

    Very thorough and professional

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/16/2024

    Dr. Maughon is a wonderful communicator who listens and truly cares about his patients. He pays attention to the whole person. Great observation skills.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/1/2024

    Dr Timothy Maughon is nice, compassionate, love his patients, and I'll recommend him to anyone.

    2 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/27/2024

    The doctor did not ask about how I was doing on the medication he prescribed the previous week. No follow up of previous exam.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/23/2024

    All questions answered

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/19/2024

    Dr Maughon was very good with my issue. Gave me multiple options of treatment

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/17/2024

    Dr Moughon is awesome. Great surgeon.