Robert Evan Hancock, MD
Orthopedic Surgery

4.9 out of 5,
New patient visits
Piedmont Orthopedics and Sports Medicine of Athens
1305 Jennings Mill Rd, Building 300
Watkinsville, GA 30677
Phone
706-613-5880Fax
706-613-5889
Dr. Hancock is board certified in Orthopedic Surgery with added certification in Sports Medicine. He specializes in sports injuries concentrating on injuries to the shoulder, elbow and knee including arthroscopy and shoulder replacement. He has been a consultant for the UGA Athletics Department since coming to Athens in 1995.
Dr. Hancock was born and raised in Georgia, growing up in Atlanta (Lakeside High School) and attending the University of Georgia. He enjoys all sports and outdoor activities including golf, hiking, running, and farming.
Dr. Hancock was born and raised in Georgia, growing up in Atlanta (Lakeside High School) and attending the University of Georgia. He enjoys all sports and outdoor activities including golf, hiking, running, and farming.
Provider Information
Gender
Male
Languages
English
Age groups seen
Adolescents (ages 12-18)
Adults
Geriatrics
Education
Parkland Memorial Hospital
Residency, Orthopedic Surgery, 1994
Medical College of Georgia at Augusta University
Medical Education, 1989
Certifications
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery - TO BE REMOVED
Verified Reviews
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4.9 out of 5
1,227 ratings,
344 reviews
8/11/2025
Very professional, considerate, and kind. Am very thankful for having him as my surgeon.
8/6/2025
He is very personable and did a great job on my surgery
7/28/2025
Best orthopedic doctor around
7/28/2025
My doctor exactly since 2009, never change , an excellent doctor, an caring personality for his patients and I am always assured of what he tells me because of his professionalism and knowledge, I am telling any patients I am sure feel the same way
7/24/2025
I believe Dr. Hancock,Äôs demeanor and work standards permeate the clinic atmosphere and positively impact the patient experience in the best ways possible. He is so patient centered and committed to excellence, well beyond the strictly surgical event, that it clearly enhances outcomes on all levels.
Insurance Coverage
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Aetna
Aetna Medicare Advantage
AIDS Healthcare Foundation (Ryan White Part A)
Alliant Health Plans SoloCare (including Core & Select)
Alliant SimpleCare/4Corners
Ambetter (including Core & Select)
Anthem
Anthem MediBlue
BCBS
Beech Street
CareSource
CareSource Dual Advantage (HMO D-SNP only)
CareSource Medicaid
Cigna
Georgia Health Advantage
Humana
Humana Medicare Advantage
Kaiser
Kaiser Medicare Advantage
LifeWell (HealthScope)
Medicare
Peach State
PHCS/MultiPlan
Pruitt Health Premier (AllyAlign)
Sonder
Tricare Prime (referral required)
Tricare Select
United Healthcare
United Healthcare Marketplace Exchange
United Healthcare Medicare Advantage
Wellcare
Map & Directions
Piedmont Orthopedics and Sports Medicine of Athens
1305 Jennings Mill Rd, Building 300 Watkinsville, GA 30677