Dr. Katz is a board-certified orthopedic hand surgeon who specializes in problems of the hand, wrist and upper extremity. In addition to being board-certified in orthopedics, Dr. Katz holds a Subspecialty Certificate in Surgery of the Hand and is a member of the American Society for Surgery of the Hand. He treats a variety of conditions including arthritis, fractures, carpal tunnel syndrome, trigger finger, nerve, tendon, and ligament injuries.
Dr. Katz grew up in Roanoke, Virginia. He earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Biology from the University of Georgia, where he graduated Magna Cum Laude with honors. He then returned to his home state where he completed his medical degree from the Medical College of Virginia (VCU). While in medical school, he was selected to the Alpha Omega Alpha medical honor society. Dr. Katz completed his orthopedic surgery residency at the Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC). He then completed a fellowship in hand surgery at the University of Iowa prior to joining Academy Orthopedics.
In his free time, Dr. Katz enjoys spending time with his young family, running, biking, and cheering for the Georgia Bulldawgs.
Accolades & Achievements
Named Top Doctor by The Atlantan Magazine
Honored as a Top Doctor for three consecutive years by The Atlantan Magazine, part of the Modern Luxury network. This distinction is based on peer nominations, professional accomplishments, and demonstrated excellence in clinical care within the Atlanta medical community.
Named Top Doctor by Castle Connolly
Selected as a Castle Connolly Top Doctor, an honor awarded to only 7% of licensed physicians in the United States. Castle Connolly’s physician-led research team conducts a rigorous, merit-based nomination process to identify doctors regarded as among the most outstanding healthcare providers in the nation.
