Christopher Gaunder, MD
Orthopedic Surgery
Piedmont Physicians Ortho and Sports Medicine Athens
1305 Jennings Mill Road, Suite 300
Watkinsville, GA 30677 Directions
4.9 out of 5
1,339 verified ratings
1,339 Ratings, 449 Comments
The following ratings and reviews are based on verified feedback collected from independently administered patient experience surveys. The ratings and comments submitted by patients reflect their own views and opinions. Patient identities are withheld to ensure confidentiality and privacy.
Aug 8, 2026
Treated with Respect. Thanks
Aug 7, 2026
He was strongly recommended by previous patients that had knees replaced, as I am seeking.
I appreciated his thoughtful, “unrushed” explanation of my options & his willingness to guide me to newer options (compared to my previous knee replacement in 2019).
He told me what to expect re same day surgery discharge, his nurse navigator, the class I would attend, post op therapy, & a NICE cooling machine (huge improvement over what I used in 2019).
In general, I am convinced that Dr Gaunder knows what he is doing & can be trusted to do it well.
Aug 6, 2026
Answered all my questions and concerns.
Aug 6, 2026
He determined the problem with my hip and determined what needed to be done. Set the date for my surgery. Answered all my questions and explained things in terms that were understandable. Very impressed with his experience and resume.
Aug 2, 2026
Everyone was very nice and friendly Love how they treat their patients
Jul 30, 2026
Dr. Gaunder most impressive. He communicates well. He inspires confidence in his patients. He's very personable, and, he is clearly highly skilled as a surgeon. My surgical experience with he and his team was perfection. The entire process from procedure to recovery could not have gone any smoother.
Jul 29, 2026
Careful and complete. The program is comprehensive and managed by kind professionals
Jul 22, 2026
My first time visit. The Dr seemed very knowledgeable of my medical history.
He offered options to help with my condition and could advise in making an appropriate decision.
May 9, 2026
Awesome
Apr 16, 2026
Awesome
Mar 18, 2026
Great staff!
Mar 14, 2026
Great as always
Feb 6, 2026
Open to questions, confident, good listener
Jan 31, 2026
Explained my condition and what we needed to do very well.
Jan 30, 2026
Very professional and extremely knowledgeable!
Jan 29, 2026
Excellent Dr. explains everything where you can understand and what is expected.
Jan 29, 2026
Didn't like what he had to tell me but am confident his information is accurate and that he cares about my well being.
Jan 29, 2026
Very pleasant and easy to talk with ….100% pleased with my results ! Would highly recommend his Dr. Gaunder and his team!
Jan 29, 2026
Great surgeon and very nice person!
Jan 29, 2026
Exceptionally professional and relaxed, but extremely competent demeanor. Was open to discussing whatever issues I felt were pertinent to the conversation and my knee were recovered.
Jan 28, 2026
Very friendly and attentive.
Answered all my questions
Jan 27, 2026
Awesome guy and experience. Made me feel Awesome as well and he cared.
Jan 27, 2026
Awesome first impression and very cool guy.
Jan 27, 2026
I really like Dr. Gaunder. He is personable…relays his opinions in positive manner and has a willingness to handle any questions you may have.
Jan 27, 2026
Excellent communication skills.
Jan 22, 2026
It was a very helpful session with everything about my knee replacement explained very well.
Jan 22, 2026
Dr Gaunder has helped me with my mobility so much! He's the best!
Jan 20, 2026
Professional, well organized, detailed and devoted to the Customer
Jan 9, 2026
Dr. Gaunder has been wonderful from my first introduction! He is easy and comfortable getting to know. I trust him, his skill and knowledge is the best! I had two other opinions before deciding on knee replacement, I knew immediately after meeting him I was in good hands! He is confident but humble I found that gave me a lot of peace!
Jan 8, 2026
Great experience
Dec 30, 2025
Outstanding
Dec 4, 2025
Great experience
Oct 6, 2025
I am very happy that I found a doctor that is very kind and listens to what I am going through.
Oct 4, 2025
He was recommended to me from my brother…wonderful experience. Hip survey not needed, only PT..shot in bad knee. Taking one day at a time. Very professional!
Oct 3, 2025
He is knowledgeable, kind and I did not feel like he was rushing to the next patient. All of my questions and concerns were addressed.
Oct 3, 2025
Very pleased with his care . Plan on him preforming my knee surgery.
Oct 2, 2025
Very nice ,friendly doctor ….took his time in explaining my condition to me. I have complete confidence in his knowledge ….staff starting with receptionist up to the doctor was excellent!
Oct 2, 2025
Made sure I was healing, answered any questions I had, want to follow up on progress,
Oct 2, 2025
He is a great doctor that lenstions and genuinely seems to care about what you have to say, and is concerned about helping the problem I'm having
Sep 25, 2025
Cool dude. Looked excited to cut me open .
Sep 25, 2025
He’s a wonderful caring and listening doctor. Age is not a factor, if you’re in pain he wants to give you an opportunity to get better. For me those were star qualities.
Sep 25, 2025
Very good. He was straight forward, and caring.
Sep 23, 2025
Very personable
Sep 19, 2025
He is friendly and listens to your concerns. He is very straight forward and confident in planning your care.
Sep 19, 2025
Listened, took the time to answer all my questions and gave me great recommendations. Excellent doctor!
Sep 19, 2025
Thorough explanation of diagnosis with detailed discussion about treatment options. Explained well the surgical procedures to facilitate informed decision making. Dr Gaunder was patient and responsive to all questions and concerns.
Sep 18, 2025
Very patient and attentive to my issues. Also gave good advice.
Sep 16, 2025
he had reachable solutions and gave me hope for alternatives if i don’t fully recover
Sep 16, 2025
Dr. Gaunder was quite helpful when he explained the results of the X-rays and what possible solutions may be available to me. He was very easy to talk with. I think he is very knowledgeable and answered all my questions.
Sep 12, 2025
Very frank and honest assessment of my health issue, offered levels of support specifically for my situation.