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
Medical College of Georgia at Augusta University
Medical Education, 1989
University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center-Dallas
Internship, General Surgery, 1990
Parkland Memorial Hospital
Residency, Orthopedic Surgery, 1994
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
1,246 ratings,
354 reviews
10/2/2025
Dr. Hancock and his staff have been wonderful. I have been very pleased with the whole process from diagnosis to surgery to recovery. I have had excellent results, and I highly recommend Dr. Hancock.
9/29/2025
Dr. Hancock is without a doubt the best, hands down!
9/25/2025
AWESOME
9/24/2025
Dr Hancock is a highly skilled surgeon who provided me with the best care an athlete could ask for. His Assistant Kayla was always extremely helpful in coordinating appointments as I traveled an hour and half for appointments.
9/18/2025
Great surgeon who took care of my shoulder issue.
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