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Dr. Lawrence Bircoll, MD

Dr. Lawrence Bircoll, MD

Sports Medicine*
40+ years of experience

Dr. Lawrence Bircoll, MD is a sports medicine specialist in Decatur, GA and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Bircoll has extensive experience in Knee & Lower Limb Surgery. He graduated from University of Michigan Medical School in 1984. He is affiliated with medical facilities Emory Decatur Hospital and Piedmont Eastside Medical Center. He is accepting new patients.

4 Star Rating
Based on 99 reviews 4 Star Rating (99 reviews)

Practice

487 Winn Way Ste 100 Decatur, GA 30030

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At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Bircoll specializes in the area of Orthopedic Surgery. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Trustworthy
    Patients said this doctor is trustworthy. See reviews
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Dr. Bircoll's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Bircoll

4.0
99 ratings, 57 with a written review
5 star
69%
69%
4 star
8%
8%
3 star
1%
1%
2 star
2%
2%
1 star
20%
20%

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Top notch Doctor
Dr. Bircoll removed some hardware that was put in when I was in NC 10 years ago. It wasn’t easy to remove but I now can sit in comfort. Thanks Dr. Bircoll and your kind and thoughtful staff.
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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Joanne Heckman – Jan 29, 2025
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Rude, defensive, provides misinformation and says he didn't.
What went well
  • Office environment
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
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T. Willis – Jan 26, 2025
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Very nice
I went in to see Dr. Bircoll because I was experiencing some pain in my arm. He was so personable, patient, and easy to talk to about my symptoms. I didn’t feel rushed or anything. He diagnosed me with and I was in and out very quickly. I would see him again if necessary.
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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Alicia – Dec 25, 2024
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I felt comfortable with Dr. Bircoll
I had a pain in both knees. Dr. Bircoll treated a year ago. He treated this year too. He took time to explain & then treat me. I can not ask any better.
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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Nov 15, 2024
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First Appointment
The Dr was very friendly and personable, he explained everything in regards to diagnosis and treatment. He was awesome I would definitely recommend his service to anyone needing orthopedic treatment of any kind
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 31, 2024
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Good care: pro staff
I received excellent care for my TKR from Dr. Bircoll and his Snellville team. Communication was good and they were very responsive to questions during recovery.
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 11, 2024
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Dr. Bircoll is the best….. My Husband had a shoulder replacement in 2010 and I can’t Thank him and his staff enough for the great treatment that my husband Darryl Thompson has received….The staff is very professional and I would recommend Dr. Bircoll any day for surgery…. The best of the best……… clinical research
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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Darryl G. Thompson – Sep 20, 2024
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1yr follow up from complete knee replacement Great dr & surgeon no issues love resurgeons staff always friendly and nice
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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Cheryl Pickett – Sep 12, 2024
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Great doctor
His office is efficient and he is a great surgeon. He is thorough and precise. He has done 3 different surgeries for me and my results have been great. He has been upfront about procedure, healing, rehab and followup. 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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Aug 11, 2024
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Great service!
Friendly, professional expertise and service. Great bedside manner and patient interaction.
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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Aug 07, 2024
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He is a very good doctor. I have been going to him for twelve years. I have had one surgery that he did.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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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Carole law – Jul 20, 2024
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Great
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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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Jun 26, 2024
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This was my first visit to this physician. Dr. Bircoll and staff were excellent, thorough and efficient. I will definitely continue with him and his team. I recommend him without reservation.
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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Deb – Jun 11, 2024
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Disappointing Experience
I came in for pain in both knees. In my initial interview with the nurse, she suggested that my problem could involve my back, despite my not having any symptoms there, but ended up x-raying only one knee and my back. My interaction with Dr. Bircoll was friendly, but after providing me with a diagnosis based on the x-rays, it lacked any specific instructions for follow up care, suggestions for managing the diagnosis, or any information on the diagnosis itself, despite me asking if there was anything I should or should not do to manage it. After leaving at the end of the appointment, the doctor returned in about five minutes, sat down, and began asking me questions about my arm and foot, clearly confusing me for another patient. Pain medication was ordered, but when I went to pick it up, the pharmacy told me that the medication ordered “does not exist”. I did not feel my needs were met and I will be going elsewhere for a second opinion and follow up care.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
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Jun 05, 2024
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Recommend
Dr. Bircoll was friendly, professional, explained his thought process, and resolved my issue. I’d definitely return to see him if needed.
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
1 other person found this helpful
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Liz B – Apr 21, 2024
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Very Compassionate
He took care to answer my every question and consider my lifestyles when recommending treatment.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
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Mar 20, 2024
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He's very theral, precise and knowledgeable.
He answers any and all questions asked he doesn't sugar coat anything.
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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E. Moon – Mar 17, 2024
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Dismissive, rude
I called after hours for complications post-surgery and although he wasn’t the dr. who performed the surgery, we spoke to him because he was the doctor on-call. Instead of answering our questions or helping at all, he chose to be incredibly difficult and rude. He basically said, too bad there’s nothing you can do just wait until tomorrow. We were concerned about the wound and I’m just confused as to why he was on call when he clearly didn’t want to listen to patients.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
1 other person found this helpful
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Mar 08, 2024
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Dr. Bircoll was laid back someone I felt I could relate and talk to. Gave positive reinforcement to my workout methods and relayed the information about my health in a forthright understandable language.
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 08, 2024
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Effective
Great bedside manner. Puts me at ease, and comfortable that the plan of action is right. I get great results.
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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Chip Hagler – Feb 28, 2024
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About Me

care philosophy

Our mission is to provide excellent, patient-focused and comprehensive musculoskeletal care to the Atlanta community and surrounding areas.
  • Sports Medicine

  • Orthopedic Surgery

  • Hip & Knee Orthopedics

  • Orthopedic Shoulder & Elbow Surgery

  • Reconstructive 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.

  • Emory University

    Fellowship Hospital, 1994
  • Henry Ford Hospital

    Internship Hospital, 1989
  • University Of Michigan Medical School

    Medical School, 1984
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery®
Orthopedic Surgery
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Healthgrades has not received any data indicating a board action exists for this provider.

Locations

Practice

Office487 Winn Way Ste 100 Decatur, GA 30030
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Resurgens LLC2712 N Decatur Rd Decatur, GA 30033
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Practice

Resurgens LLC758 Old Norcross Rd Ste 100 Lawrenceville, GA 30046
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  • Hours
    • Mon: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Tue: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Wed: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Thu: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Fri: 8:00am - 5:00pm
  • Directions

Practice

Resurgens LLC1600 Medical Way Ste 150 Snellville, GA 30078
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  • Call
  • Fax
  • Hours
    • Mon: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Tue: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Wed: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Thu: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Fri: 8:00am - 5:00pm
  • Directions

Affiliated Hospitals

  • Emory Decatur Hospital

    2701 N Decatur Rd
    Decatur, GA 30033

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

    79%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    5% lower than the national average

    73%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    3% lower than the national average

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  • Piedmont Eastside Medical Center

    1700 Medical Way
    Snellville, GA 30078

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

    77%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    7% lower than the national average

    70%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    6% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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