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Languages
- English
About William Knaus II
Emory Affiliation
Emory Clinic - School of Medicine Faculty
Emory Healthcare Network
Emory Physician Group Practice
Academic Title
Assistant Professor
Year Started Practicing
2018
About the Provider
Dr. William Knaus, M.D., M.B.A., is a fellowship-trained hand surgeon specializing in conditions of the hand, wrist, and nerves. Recognized as a Top Doctor by Atlanta Magazine and Castle Connolly, he offers both surgical and non-surgical treatments to restore function and improve quality of life. Board-certified in plastic and reconstructive surgery with subspecialty certification in hand surgery, Dr. Knaus trained at Harvard Medical School and Massachusetts General Hospital before joining the faculty at Emory University in 2018. Outside of work, he enjoys teaching, playing guitar, and exploring the outdoors with his Belgian Shepherd.
Professional Memberships
American Society of Surgery of the Hand
American Society of Plastic Surgery
Southeastern Society of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery
Interpretive Services
Awards
Top Doctor in Hand Surgery, Atlanta Magazine, 2025
Top Doctor in Hand Surgery, Castle Connolly, 2025
Phi Beta Kappa Honors Society
Gamma Beta Sigma Honors Society
Resident Teacher of the Year Award, Harvard Medical School, 2017
Outstanding Plastic Surgery In-Service Award, Harvard Medical School, 2015, 2016
Resident Teaching Award, University of Texas Southwestern, 2014
Locations
- Emory Orthopaedics & Spine Center - Johns Creek
- 6335 Hospital Parkway, Ste 400, Johns Creek, GA 30097
- Get Directions
- phone: 404-778-3350
Expertise
Education
- Fellowship: Massachusetts General Hospital, Hand Surgery, 2018
- Residency: Brigham and Women's Hospital, Plastic Surgery, 2017
- Residency: University of Texas Southwestern, General Surgery, 2014
- Medical Education: University of Massachusetts Medical School, MD, 2009
Board Certifications
- Plastic Surgery: American Board of Plastic Surgery, 2019
Ratings & Reviews
4.8 out of 5
370 ratingsThe Patient Satisfaction Rating is an average of all responses to the care provider related questions shown below from our survey. Patients that are treated in outpatient or hospital environments may receive different surveys, and the volume of responses will vary by question.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/19/2026
Dr Knaus is very concerned and answers any questions you have.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/14/2026
Thoroughly explained what to expect
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/12/2026
Thus far or at this point, I would recommend someone to Dr. Knaus to others.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/12/2026
I'm very fortunate to have Dr Knaus as my surgeon. Thank you.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/5/2026
This Dr. Is an invaluable part of my healthcare!!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/5/2026
I am very pleased with the results of my surgery and with Dr.Knaus he is very informative and concerned about my condition and recovery.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/22/2026
Well, as from my prior comments, I feel Dr. Knaus was very empathetic, concerned, offered various degrees of treatment and explained each option . Excellent dictor!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/22/2026
Very good experience with the entire program
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/15/2026
Dr Knaus listened very carefully and thoughtfully.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/9/2026
Dr. Knaus was detailed and thorough in lay terms in his explanation of my condition. He displayed genuine compassion!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/26/2025
I was impressed with Dr. Knaus. He was very knowledgeable about my condition. I really liked him.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/11/2025
Dr. Knause is.FANTASTIC. His communication and actual surgery results are worthy of high praise. I would give 6 stars on this 1 to 5 scale.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/10/2025
My experience always good ..Great staff, very caring and talk in a way one understand
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/5/2025
Explained plan of care, what to expect
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/20/2025
I have already recommended Dr. Knaus to a friend at church and a neighbor. He is an exceptional surgeon.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/6/2025
Dr Knaus is an excellent communicator explaining what to expect with my wrist. Was friendly, professional, knowledgeable all in all, a great doctor
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/25/2025
Dr Knaus is great!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/16/2025
Top notch
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/16/2025
Dr Knaus is patient and very informative. He is open to questions and suggestions. Very patient
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/15/2025
I would certainly recommend it.
- 3 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/27/2025
Dr. Seemed uninterested in my problem.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/14/2025
Awesome Dr. I would highly recommend him to anyone.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/12/2025
I felt that Dr Knaus was not in a hurry to move on to the next patient. He demonstrated patience, concern, and confidence in his expertise.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/26/2025
Dr. Knaus thoroughly explained the progress of recovery and further treatment.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/20/2025
Well satisfied with entire visit!!!
- 1 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/22/2025
Dr. Knaus wasn't pleasant at all. He rushed through the visit and brushed off my concerns. He didn't wear gloves and I didn't appreciate that. I won't be back.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/15/2025
In my experience, doctors and assistants in speciality practices don't seem to really remember much about you. In this practice though, both of them remembered everything I'd told them before from where we spent our winter, to where we lived in Georgia, to how I broke my fingers. I was honestly amazed. They are top notch and they also care and pay attention.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/6/2025
Dr. Knaus wrapped my hand himself and took that opportunity to explain everything to me - options, recommendations, risks, future stiffness, importance of certified hand physical therapist, timing, surgical process. I was very impressed with his thoroughness and also his gentleness when wrapping it.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/28/2025
Good
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/27/2025
Doctor was very direct and gave me several choices to solve my problem
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/16/2025
Dr. Knaus is a good listener. He explained test results and progress post procedure. I referred an acquaintance who also likes his care.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/31/2025
Above and beyond anything I could have ask for that are amazing
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/30/2025
GREAT HAND SURGEON
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/23/2025
Dr Knaus provided detail on my recover. Very thorough.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/18/2025
Excellent
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/28/2024
What an Amazing visit. Questions answered, listen to, given positive feedback
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/12/2024
Excellent doctor!!!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/22/2024
You guys were great! Don't over think it
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/11/2024
All went well and plan in place
- 3 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/24/2024
He didn't ask me about my pain or do any mobility assessments; Kaus just measured the cyst and addressed none of the pain I was trying to bring up. I appreciate his honesty with how poor the treatment options are for the cyst I suppose, though I feel like I'm at an impasse about what to do for my pain, weakness, and lack of mobility.
- 2 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/3/2024
Visit seemed dismissive. X-rays showed no break but no further testing to determine source of pain & swelling. Pain had been going on for 4 weeks and getting worse.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/30/2024
I was most impressed with Dr.Knaus' bedside manner. He was considerate and walked me through the procedure.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/23/2024
I could tell he cared about his patients. Very kind and knowledgeable.
- 2 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/23/2024
I was told by him that I am going to need a revision for the surgery he performed on my hand in October so I am very unhappy. The revision surgery should have been part of the original surgery. It was an oversite on his part. I had a similar surgery on the opposite hand from a different surgeon and what Dr. Knaus wants to do as a revision, the other surgeon did as part of the initial surgery. He was in the room for less than 6 minutes and never even sat down.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/17/2024
Dr Knaus is apparently so good at what he does that he's BORED or BURNED out with his career. He talked as if he's said this 100x and rushed through in monotone voiced protocols. No real bedside manner.
- 3 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/6/2024
Maybe I was the first appointment of the day, but he didn't seem all that interested in my concerns.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/2/2024
Dr. Knaus was the most relaxed this time since I first met him. Very thorough with taking measurements and asking relevant questions about functionality. He closed the visit with conversation around my work as a Grants administrator and general pleasantries after discharging me from care.
