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Dr. George Sutherland, MD

Dr. George Sutherland, MD

Sports Medicine*
20+ years of experience

Dr. George Sutherland, MD is a sports medicine specialist in Savannah, GA and has over 20 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Sutherland has extensive experience in Shoulder & Upper Arm Surgery and Knee & Lower Limb Surgery. He graduated from Eastern Virginia Medical School in 2004. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Coastal Carolina Hospital and Hilton Head Regional Medical Center. He is accepting new patients.

4.6 Star Rating
Based on 132 reviews 4.6 Star Rating (132 reviews)

Practice

210 E Derenne Ave Savannah, GA 31405

Make an Appointment

(912) 644-5300

At a Glance

  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Recent Reviews
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  • Hospital Satisfaction
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Dr. Sutherland's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Sutherland

4.6
132 ratings, 109 with a written review
5 star
88%
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4 star
2%
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3 star
2%
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2 star
1%
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1 star
7%
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Great Doc!
I’ve seen Dr. Sutherland a few times in the past 13 years. He’s the best. Recent total knee replacement went exceedingly well. He’s skilled, concise, honest and explains what’s going on along with your options. Great surgeon…
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Apr 24, 2025
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First time visit
Made my first visit to Optum Orthopedics and was seen by Dr. Sunderland. Very patient and understanding of my issues. I will definitely be back when time to have knee replacements
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Apr 23, 2025
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Top notch, timely care without any hassles.
I was able to get a timely appointment with Dr. Sutherland. I had broken my wrist and was seen the same day I called for an appointment, even though I was a new patient. Dr. Sutherland explained everything to me in plain English and reviewed my options and the likely outcomes of each. I chose surgery and he changed his schedule around to get me in the next day. The staff at Optim was excellent as well, and very supportive and courteous.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Apr 16, 2025
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Great experience!
Dr. Sutherland did several test during the visit to make an assessment. Answered all questions to my understanding. What he recommended is working already.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Mar 13, 2025
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Thomas Cheatwood,
Dr Sutherland was efficient, knowledgeable, courteous, finding a answer too my issues, would highly recommend him too others.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Mar 12, 2025
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Very happy with Dr Sutherland
Quick appointment, minimal wait, treatment options well explained.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Mar 05, 2025
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Pleasant personality… diagnosed my issue quickly and was clear on next steps
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Feb 12, 2025
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Supportive
I have been seeing Dr. Sutherland for a number of months. His office staff are respectfully and always have a smile on their face. Dr. Sutherland takes the time to listen to me and provides me with alternative treatments when needed. He is a wonderful surgeon and I have been very pleased with my outcomes and his recommendations.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Feb 12, 2025
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Personable and Professional
Dr. Sutherland and his team are a part of your surgery journey from consult to recovery. Dr. Sutherland’s comforting guidance before, the day of surgery and consultations after are what set him apart from other surgeons. He truly cares about your apprehension and comforts you with his confidence in how your quality of life will change with having the surgery. Thank you to Dr. Sutherland and his team for their support.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Gary McCulloch – Jan 08, 2025
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Excellent Surgeon
Excellent orthopedic surgeon, excellent organized office.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Susan Sheehan – Jan 05, 2025
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Excellent Doctor
Organized, detailed and caring physician
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Robert Rosti – Dec 26, 2024
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Great surgeon
Dr Sutherland has performed knee replacement surgery on me and handled my issues with torn rotator cuff which hasn’t required surgery. Most recently he’s doing my follow up appointments from hip replacement surgery since my hip surgeon practices in Savannah but is Optim. He’s a great and knowledgeable surgeon.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Nancy – Dec 19, 2024
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Best Othropedic
Dr. Sutherland is the best. I went to see him for the first time with knee pain. He knew exactly what the problem was. The next day my pain was gone. I most definitely will be returning to him if any other problems arise.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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MR – Dec 06, 2024
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Excellent diagnosis skills and level of expertise.
Had a first time episode of severe disk degeneration and facet degeneration. Was in severe pain times 3 weeks . Put me on a med for a week. Already feeling less pain.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Oct 16, 2024
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Very thorough. Timely. Absolutely recommend Dr George!
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Sep 18, 2024
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Help for shoulder issue
I saw Dr. Sutherland for what he determined to be a Frozen Shoulder. It was a very painful situation. He immediately reassured me that it was something that could be dealt with using a steroid injection and PT. The steroid injection was not painful and provided relief right away. Moreover, I was able to leave the office reassured that my condition was highly likely to improve without surgery. What a relief!
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Kathy Z – Sep 07, 2024
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From an avid gym goer
Dr Sutherland repaired both my biceps and it has been great. Highly recommend. Great at answering questions and understanding what’s happening with my injuries.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Daniel Bean – Jul 10, 2024
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professional, thorough and patient
good surgeon
What went well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
No results
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May 10, 2024
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Always there in my time of need!...very accomodating and understanding.Highly recommend Optim Orthopedics & Dr. Sutherland!
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Lorna Denise Williams – May 01, 2024
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I would not recommend
I would not return. I had to ask for my diagnosis, a PT Referral and recommendations for pain. I refused X-rays and this caused a problem. I knew I did not have broken bones thus I did not see the need for X-rays. This caused a break in good relations.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Didn't explain conditions well
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Apr 27, 2024
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About Me

care philosophy

As a provider I treat my patients how I expect to be treated myself. I listen and after the patient has given me all of the needed information, we work together to decide on the best course of treatment.

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  • Sports Medicine

  • Orthopedic Surgery

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • Hughston Clinic Sports Medicine Fellowship

    Fellowship Hospital, 2010

  • Lsu-hsc (shreveport)

    Residency Hospital, 2009

  • Louisiana States University Health Science Center (shreveport)

    Internship Hospital, 2005

  • Eastern Virginia Medical School

    Undergraduate School, 2004

  • Eastern Virginia Medical School

    Medical School, 2004
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  • Excellence In Patient Care- Coastal Carolina Hospital, 02/01/2012

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Locations

Practice

Optim Surgery Center210 E Derenne Ave Savannah, GA 31405
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  • Fax
  • Hours
    • Mon: 8:00am - 9:00pm
    • Tue: 8:00am - 9:00pm
    • Wed: 8:00am - 9:00pm
    • Thu: 8:00am - 9:00pm
    • Fri: 8:00am - 9:00pm
    • Sat: 9:00am - 12:00pm
    • Sun: 1:00pm - 5:00pm
  • Directions

Practice

Optim Orthopedics LLC8201 Pinellas Dr Bluffton, SC 29910
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Evans Memorial Hospital Inc602 E Long St Claxton, GA 30417
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Affiliated Hospitals

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    247 S Main St
    Reidsville, GA 30453
    Recipient of 3
    hospital awards

    America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Joint Replacement Award™ (2024)

    Superior clinical outcomes in knee and hip replacement

    Joint Replacement Excellence Award™ (2023)

    Superior clinical outcomes in knee and hip replacement

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    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    90%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% higher than the national average

    86%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    4% higher than the national average

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  • Saint Joseph's Hospital Savannah

    11705 Mercy Blvd
    Savannah, GA 31419
    Recipient of 8
    hospital awards

    Orthopedic Surgery Excellence Award™ (2023)

    Superior clinical outcomes in back and neck surgery, spinal fusion, hip fracture treatment, hip replacement, and total knee replacement

    Surgical Care Excellence Award™ (2023)

    Superior clinical outcomes in back and neck surgery, spinal fusion, hip fracture treatment, hip replacement, and total knee replacement

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    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    83%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% lower than the national average

    79%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    3% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Beaufort County Memorial Hospital

    955 Ribaut Rd
    Beaufort, SC 29902
    Recipient of 1
    hospital award

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2023)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    85%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% higher than the national average

    80%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    4% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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