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Neurosurgeon with Wellstar since 2018.

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Spine Surgery

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Neurosurgeon with Wellstar since 2018

4.6

265 reviews

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  • Spine Surgery

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  • Tulane University School of Medicine

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  • American Board of Neurological Surgery

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  • Wellstar Kennestone Hospital
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Patient Reviews

Overall patient rating

4.6

4.6

Based on 265 patient ratings

Knew my medical history
5.00
Explained things clearly
5.00
I'd recommend this provider to family and friends
4.74
Listened to me carefully
4.68
Earned my trust
4.60
Shared the right amount of information
4.58

All reviews have been submitted by patients after seeing the provider.For more information about the review system, check out this Learn more about our review system.

Patient Reviews

5

Excellent Doctor and his PA both knowledgeable , confident and put me at ease.

May 28, 2023

5

Dr. Parry is A Excellent patient Care Provider. Look Forward to my next Visit.

May 27, 2023

5

The staff and providers were amazing!

May 27, 2023

5

Very easy to schedule, no delays in seeing Dr Parry and we came up with a game plan to fix me that I'm comfortable with. A good experience!

May 21, 2023

5

The staff was was very friendly and welcoming. I was taken care of in a timely manner. The staff and Dr went out of their way to arrange for me to meet the Dr and get all information I needed to make decisions I needed to make. It was a very good first experience for a first visit. Thank you.

May 21, 2023

5

Everyone was kind and helpful.

May 9, 2023

5

The staff and Doctor were friendly and good listeners. My visit was smooth and without issue. I however believe parking should be validated.

May 3, 2023

5

Practitioner and assistant are amazing, very professional and very informative. Every time I come for an appointment, the front office lady seems to be standoffish and impolite..shame that she is the first point of contact when you walk in, poor reflection of the practice.

April 13, 2023

5

I was in/out the door in less than 15 minutes.

April 10, 2023

5

Dr. Parry and Derek made me walk without pain . I love these guys!!!!

April 3, 2023

5

Everyone in their office is very professional!

April 3, 2023

5

Appreciated the call from Dr Parry, front office staff was not very friendly, the employee may have had seasonal allergies???

April 1, 2023

5

My appointment was with Dr Parry. Another doctor took his place but I didn't catch his name on introduction. I can't find his name on My Chart summary or on My Chart provider list.

March 26, 2023

5

This was my first appointment with Dr.Parry's Team. During my Session, I was very happy with my reception, and with the friendliness of other members of his Team. MRI Images of my injured back were shown to me and various options for treatment were discussed. A preliminary treatment plan was developed, and I agreed to follow it. I look forward to my Follow-up visits with his Team.

March 26, 2023

5

I dont mind going to the doctor,because they always show you, care the moment you walk in the door.

March 16, 2023

5

Everyone was very nice & professional. They were also on schedule-no waiting! Great visit! They would be a great model for other MD practices on How to manage a front office!

March 16, 2023

5

Hi, I visited the office at 1:48, everything was great. The reception area was very clean. The front desk lady. She was very, very nice, and I did not have to wait for my appointment. When I got back to the Clovis area, everything was clean. Everyone was friendly. Everyone had a smile, very professional office. I really appreciate the care that Dr. Parry and his staff gave me, and I will be recommending him.

March 12, 2023

5

Everyone was very professional, courteous. The facility is very clean, well kept. Love the Doctor. Explains procedures , everything to you .

March 9, 2023

5

Very professional staff.

February 23, 2023

5

It is quite an experience - high level of professionalism.

February 22, 2023

5

Sharp Dr

February 18, 2023

5

Everything was excellent

February 13, 2023

5

Dr. Parry and his staff are wonderful. Always willing to listen and help.

February 11, 2023

5

Excellent experience from check-in, from nursing staff and Doctor, short time wait.

February 11, 2023

5

Very happy with wellstar's doctors

February 10, 2023

5

Very professional

February 8, 2023

5

Thank you all so very much

February 5, 2023

5

Great attitudes!

February 1, 2023

5

Dr Parry and his staff are excellent. Story is a wonderful asset. PA Dereck is fantastic. Good team.

February 1, 2023

4

I only saw the physicians assistant on my first visit with Dr Parry, which was a little disappointing. I was told that dr parry was called out for emergency surgery. I requested not to see his PA going forward.

January 30, 2023

5

Excellent Doctor and his PA both knowledgeable , confident and put me at ease.

May 28, 2023

5

Dr. Parry is A Excellent patient Care Provider. Look Forward to my next Visit.

May 27, 2023

5

The staff and providers were amazing!

May 27, 2023

5

Very easy to schedule, no delays in seeing Dr Parry and we came up with a game plan to fix me that I'm comfortable with. A good experience!

May 21, 2023

5

The staff was was very friendly and welcoming. I was taken care of in a timely manner. The staff and Dr went out of their way to arrange for me to meet the Dr and get all information I needed to make decisions I needed to make. It was a very good first experience for a first visit. Thank you.

May 21, 2023

5

Everyone was kind and helpful.

May 9, 2023

5

The staff and Doctor were friendly and good listeners. My visit was smooth and without issue. I however believe parking should be validated.

May 3, 2023

5

Practitioner and assistant are amazing, very professional and very informative. Every time I come for an appointment, the front office lady seems to be standoffish and impolite..shame that she is the first point of contact when you walk in, poor reflection of the practice.

April 13, 2023

5

I was in/out the door in less than 15 minutes.

April 10, 2023

5

Dr. Parry and Derek made me walk without pain . I love these guys!!!!

April 3, 2023

5

Everyone in their office is very professional!

April 3, 2023

5

Appreciated the call from Dr Parry, front office staff was not very friendly, the employee may have had seasonal allergies???

April 1, 2023

5

My appointment was with Dr Parry. Another doctor took his place but I didn't catch his name on introduction. I can't find his name on My Chart summary or on My Chart provider list.

March 26, 2023

5

This was my first appointment with Dr.Parry's Team. During my Session, I was very happy with my reception, and with the friendliness of other members of his Team. MRI Images of my injured back were shown to me and various options for treatment were discussed. A preliminary treatment plan was developed, and I agreed to follow it. I look forward to my Follow-up visits with his Team.

March 26, 2023

5

I dont mind going to the doctor,because they always show you, care the moment you walk in the door.

March 16, 2023

5

Everyone was very nice & professional. They were also on schedule-no waiting! Great visit! They would be a great model for other MD practices on How to manage a front office!

March 16, 2023

5

Hi, I visited the office at 1:48, everything was great. The reception area was very clean. The front desk lady. She was very, very nice, and I did not have to wait for my appointment. When I got back to the Clovis area, everything was clean. Everyone was friendly. Everyone had a smile, very professional office. I really appreciate the care that Dr. Parry and his staff gave me, and I will be recommending him.

March 12, 2023

5

Everyone was very professional, courteous. The facility is very clean, well kept. Love the Doctor. Explains procedures , everything to you .

March 9, 2023

5

Very professional staff.

February 23, 2023

5

It is quite an experience - high level of professionalism.

February 22, 2023

5

Sharp Dr

February 18, 2023

5

Everything was excellent

February 13, 2023

5

Dr. Parry and his staff are wonderful. Always willing to listen and help.

February 11, 2023

5

Excellent experience from check-in, from nursing staff and Doctor, short time wait.

February 11, 2023

5

Very happy with wellstar's doctors

February 10, 2023

5

Very professional

February 8, 2023

5

Thank you all so very much

February 5, 2023

5

Great attitudes!

February 1, 2023

5

Dr Parry and his staff are excellent. Story is a wonderful asset. PA Dereck is fantastic. Good team.

February 1, 2023

4

I only saw the physicians assistant on my first visit with Dr Parry, which was a little disappointing. I was told that dr parry was called out for emergency surgery. I requested not to see his PA going forward.

January 30, 2023

4

I only saw the physicians assistant on my first visit with Dr Parry, which was a little disappointing. I was told that dr parry was called out for emergency surgery. I requested not to see his PA going forward.

January 30, 2023

5

Excellent Doctor and his PA both knowledgeable , confident and put me at ease.

May 28, 2023

5

Dr. Parry is A Excellent patient Care Provider. Look Forward to my next Visit.

May 27, 2023

5

The staff and providers were amazing!

May 27, 2023

5

Very easy to schedule, no delays in seeing Dr Parry and we came up with a game plan to fix me that I'm comfortable with. A good experience!

May 21, 2023

5

The staff was was very friendly and welcoming. I was taken care of in a timely manner. The staff and Dr went out of their way to arrange for me to meet the Dr and get all information I needed to make decisions I needed to make. It was a very good first experience for a first visit. Thank you.

May 21, 2023

5

Everyone was kind and helpful.

May 9, 2023

5

The staff and Doctor were friendly and good listeners. My visit was smooth and without issue. I however believe parking should be validated.

May 3, 2023

5

Practitioner and assistant are amazing, very professional and very informative. Every time I come for an appointment, the front office lady seems to be standoffish and impolite..shame that she is the first point of contact when you walk in, poor reflection of the practice.

April 13, 2023

5

I was in/out the door in less than 15 minutes.

April 10, 2023

5

Dr. Parry and Derek made me walk without pain . I love these guys!!!!

April 3, 2023

5

Everyone in their office is very professional!

April 3, 2023

5

Appreciated the call from Dr Parry, front office staff was not very friendly, the employee may have had seasonal allergies???

April 1, 2023

5

My appointment was with Dr Parry. Another doctor took his place but I didn't catch his name on introduction. I can't find his name on My Chart summary or on My Chart provider list.

March 26, 2023

5

This was my first appointment with Dr.Parry's Team. During my Session, I was very happy with my reception, and with the friendliness of other members of his Team. MRI Images of my injured back were shown to me and various options for treatment were discussed. A preliminary treatment plan was developed, and I agreed to follow it. I look forward to my Follow-up visits with his Team.

March 26, 2023

5

I dont mind going to the doctor,because they always show you, care the moment you walk in the door.

March 16, 2023

5

Everyone was very nice & professional. They were also on schedule-no waiting! Great visit! They would be a great model for other MD practices on How to manage a front office!

March 16, 2023

5

Hi, I visited the office at 1:48, everything was great. The reception area was very clean. The front desk lady. She was very, very nice, and I did not have to wait for my appointment. When I got back to the Clovis area, everything was clean. Everyone was friendly. Everyone had a smile, very professional office. I really appreciate the care that Dr. Parry and his staff gave me, and I will be recommending him.

March 12, 2023

5

Everyone was very professional, courteous. The facility is very clean, well kept. Love the Doctor. Explains procedures , everything to you .

March 9, 2023

5

Very professional staff.

February 23, 2023

5

It is quite an experience - high level of professionalism.

February 22, 2023

5

Sharp Dr

February 18, 2023

5

Everything was excellent

February 13, 2023

5

Dr. Parry and his staff are wonderful. Always willing to listen and help.

February 11, 2023

5

Excellent experience from check-in, from nursing staff and Doctor, short time wait.

February 11, 2023

5

Very happy with wellstar's doctors

February 10, 2023

5

Very professional

February 8, 2023

5

Thank you all so very much

February 5, 2023

5

Great attitudes!

February 1, 2023

5

Dr Parry and his staff are excellent. Story is a wonderful asset. PA Dereck is fantastic. Good team.

February 1, 2023

5

Excellent Doctor and his PA both knowledgeable , confident and put me at ease.

May 28, 2023

5

Dr. Parry is A Excellent patient Care Provider. Look Forward to my next Visit.

May 27, 2023

5

The staff and providers were amazing!

May 27, 2023

5

The staff was was very friendly and welcoming. I was taken care of in a timely manner. The staff and Dr went out of their way to arrange for me to meet the Dr and get all information I needed to make decisions I needed to make. It was a very good first experience for a first visit. Thank you.

May 21, 2023

5

Very easy to schedule, no delays in seeing Dr Parry and we came up with a game plan to fix me that I'm comfortable with. A good experience!

May 21, 2023

5

Everyone was kind and helpful.

May 9, 2023

5

The staff and Doctor were friendly and good listeners. My visit was smooth and without issue. I however believe parking should be validated.

May 3, 2023

5

Practitioner and assistant are amazing, very professional and very informative. Every time I come for an appointment, the front office lady seems to be standoffish and impolite..shame that she is the first point of contact when you walk in, poor reflection of the practice.

April 13, 2023

5

I was in/out the door in less than 15 minutes.

April 10, 2023

5

Dr. Parry and Derek made me walk without pain . I love these guys!!!!

April 3, 2023

5

Everyone in their office is very professional!

April 3, 2023

5

Appreciated the call from Dr Parry, front office staff was not very friendly, the employee may have had seasonal allergies???

April 1, 2023

5

This was my first appointment with Dr.Parry's Team. During my Session, I was very happy with my reception, and with the friendliness of other members of his Team. MRI Images of my injured back were shown to me and various options for treatment were discussed. A preliminary treatment plan was developed, and I agreed to follow it. I look forward to my Follow-up visits with his Team.

March 26, 2023

5

My appointment was with Dr Parry. Another doctor took his place but I didn't catch his name on introduction. I can't find his name on My Chart summary or on My Chart provider list.

March 26, 2023

5

I dont mind going to the doctor,because they always show you, care the moment you walk in the door.

March 16, 2023

5

Everyone was very nice & professional. They were also on schedule-no waiting! Great visit! They would be a great model for other MD practices on How to manage a front office!

March 16, 2023

5

Hi, I visited the office at 1:48, everything was great. The reception area was very clean. The front desk lady. She was very, very nice, and I did not have to wait for my appointment. When I got back to the Clovis area, everything was clean. Everyone was friendly. Everyone had a smile, very professional office. I really appreciate the care that Dr. Parry and his staff gave me, and I will be recommending him.

March 12, 2023

5

Everyone was very professional, courteous. The facility is very clean, well kept. Love the Doctor. Explains procedures , everything to you .

March 9, 2023

5

Very professional staff.

February 23, 2023

5

It is quite an experience - high level of professionalism.

February 22, 2023

5

Sharp Dr

February 18, 2023

5

Everything was excellent

February 13, 2023

5

Dr. Parry and his staff are wonderful. Always willing to listen and help.

February 11, 2023

5

Excellent experience from check-in, from nursing staff and Doctor, short time wait.

February 11, 2023

5

Very happy with wellstar's doctors

February 10, 2023

5

Very professional

February 8, 2023

5

Thank you all so very much

February 5, 2023

5

Great attitudes!

February 1, 2023

5

Dr Parry and his staff are excellent. Story is a wonderful asset. PA Dereck is fantastic. Good team.

February 1, 2023

4

I only saw the physicians assistant on my first visit with Dr Parry, which was a little disappointing. I was told that dr parry was called out for emergency surgery. I requested not to see his PA going forward.

January 30, 2023

4

I only saw the physicians assistant on my first visit with Dr Parry, which was a little disappointing. I was told that dr parry was called out for emergency surgery. I requested not to see his PA going forward.

January 30, 2023

5

Dr Parry and his staff are excellent. Story is a wonderful asset. PA Dereck is fantastic. Good team.

February 1, 2023

5

Great attitudes!

February 1, 2023

5

Thank you all so very much

February 5, 2023

5

Very professional

February 8, 2023

5

Very happy with wellstar's doctors

February 10, 2023

5

Excellent experience from check-in, from nursing staff and Doctor, short time wait.

February 11, 2023

5

Dr. Parry and his staff are wonderful. Always willing to listen and help.

February 11, 2023

5

Everything was excellent

February 13, 2023

5

Sharp Dr

February 18, 2023

5

It is quite an experience - high level of professionalism.

February 22, 2023

5

Very professional staff.

February 23, 2023

5

Everyone was very professional, courteous. The facility is very clean, well kept. Love the Doctor. Explains procedures , everything to you .

March 9, 2023

5

Hi, I visited the office at 1:48, everything was great. The reception area was very clean. The front desk lady. She was very, very nice, and I did not have to wait for my appointment. When I got back to the Clovis area, everything was clean. Everyone was friendly. Everyone had a smile, very professional office. I really appreciate the care that Dr. Parry and his staff gave me, and I will be recommending him.

March 12, 2023

5

Everyone was very nice & professional. They were also on schedule-no waiting! Great visit! They would be a great model for other MD practices on How to manage a front office!

March 16, 2023

5

I dont mind going to the doctor,because they always show you, care the moment you walk in the door.

March 16, 2023

5

My appointment was with Dr Parry. Another doctor took his place but I didn't catch his name on introduction. I can't find his name on My Chart summary or on My Chart provider list.

March 26, 2023

5

This was my first appointment with Dr.Parry's Team. During my Session, I was very happy with my reception, and with the friendliness of other members of his Team. MRI Images of my injured back were shown to me and various options for treatment were discussed. A preliminary treatment plan was developed, and I agreed to follow it. I look forward to my Follow-up visits with his Team.

March 26, 2023

5

Appreciated the call from Dr Parry, front office staff was not very friendly, the employee may have had seasonal allergies???

April 1, 2023

5

Everyone in their office is very professional!

April 3, 2023

5

Dr. Parry and Derek made me walk without pain . I love these guys!!!!

April 3, 2023

5

I was in/out the door in less than 15 minutes.

April 10, 2023

5

Practitioner and assistant are amazing, very professional and very informative. Every time I come for an appointment, the front office lady seems to be standoffish and impolite..shame that she is the first point of contact when you walk in, poor reflection of the practice.

April 13, 2023

5

The staff and Doctor were friendly and good listeners. My visit was smooth and without issue. I however believe parking should be validated.

May 3, 2023

5

Everyone was kind and helpful.

May 9, 2023

5

Very easy to schedule, no delays in seeing Dr Parry and we came up with a game plan to fix me that I'm comfortable with. A good experience!

May 21, 2023

5

The staff was was very friendly and welcoming. I was taken care of in a timely manner. The staff and Dr went out of their way to arrange for me to meet the Dr and get all information I needed to make decisions I needed to make. It was a very good first experience for a first visit. Thank you.

May 21, 2023

5

The staff and providers were amazing!

May 27, 2023

5

Dr. Parry is A Excellent patient Care Provider. Look Forward to my next Visit.

May 27, 2023

5

Excellent Doctor and his PA both knowledgeable , confident and put me at ease.

May 28, 2023

Publications and Articles


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Wellstar Paulding Medical Center Launches Spine Surgery Services

Wellstar Paulding Medical Center now offers spine surgery, giving patients in Paulding County and surrounding areas access to expert care for spinal conditions. 

Spine surgery can help people like patient Ulysses Price find relief from chronic pain and get back to the activities they enjoy. 

“Low back pain is such a common complaint among patients, and there are a limited number of specialists who are able to address these concerns,” said Wellstar Neurosurgeon Dr. Phillip Parry. 

If you are experiencing neck or back pain or managing a spinal condition, Wellstar’s Neuro Care team will work with you to create a personalized care plan and decide if surgery is the most effective treatment option. Wellstar’s spine surgeons help patients with a variety of spinal conditions, including scoliosis, sciatica, arthritis, herniated disks and spinal deformities.  Our spine surgeons perform cervical disk replacements and cervical fusions for cervical neck pain syndromes and offer both simple and complex spine surgical options for patients with low back pain syndromes. 

Surgeons at Wellstar Paulding Medical Center also perform peripheral nerve decompression surgery for patients with carpal tunnel syndrome and other compression neuropathies. 

“Wellstar offers a unique opportunity for patients to receive comprehensive, compassionate and close-to-home care for whatever disease process they may have,” Dr. Parry said. “The spine care provided here at Wellstar is world-class.” 

Schedule an appointment with a neurosurgeon in Hiram by calling (770) 422-2326. 

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Published on: January 2023
Ulysses Price holding a tennis racquet.

UlyssesCare

Getting back in action after spine surgery

If you looked up the word “active” in the dictionary, you just might find Ulysses Price’s picture.

Between serving on the tennis court, racking up strikes in bowling and learning new moves in martial arts, he defines life by what brings him the most joy: movement.

But all that changed when severe neck and shoulder pain entered the picture. Ulysses could barely do a double take let alone hold play doubles on the court.

“Not being able to do simple things like reach for a bowl in the cupboard or turn my neck were big limitations in my life,” Ulysses said. “I tried to tough it out. But when the pain was non-stop, that’s when I decided I needed medical attention.”

Ulysses turned to Wellstar’s neuro experts to help him take control of his health. Now, after a state-of-the-art neck procedure, Ulysses is back in action and doing his favorite activities — even better than before.

From diagnosis to surgery and recovery, Ulysses formed a lasting partnership with his Wellstar care team and knows he can face any health hurdle with confidence.

Health providers who have your back

When pain became a constant part of Ulysses’ life, he sought help from his Wellstar primary care provider.

Ulysses' provider took his pain seriously. After an MRI revealed a serious spinal issue, he connected Ulysses with expert neuro care at Wellstar right away.

That’s when Wellstar Neurosurgeon Dr. Phillip Parry joined the team, determined to help put an end to Ulysses’ pain. Dr. Parry stressed how important primary care providers are when it comes to keeping a keen eye out for potential medical issues.

“The value of having a primary care provider who can identify neck and low back pain cannot be overstated,” Dr. Parry said. “Having these conditions addressed early by the right specialists is extremely important.”

Catching neurological conditions at the start is key to helping patients have the best outcome possible. The same was true for Ulysses, whose spine issues were interfering with his everyday life.

“Ulysses had a narrowing in the cervical canal of his cervical spine, the bony portion through which the spinal cord is transmitted,” Dr. Parry said. “As we age, virtually all patients develop some amount of this compression.”

“In Ulysses’ case, his spinal compression had become so severe that it was causing spinal cord dysfunction,” Dr. Parry explained. “His condition resulted in weakness in his hands, being unable to walk with confidence and feeling very unstable on his feet.”

Working together, the pair discussed the potential treatment options for his pain. Because Dr. Parry always kept an open dialogue, Ulysses felt comfortable being an active participant in his care.

“I always try to be proactive about any medical procedure and do my research to know as much about it as possible,” Ulysses said, sharing how Dr. Parry took time to answer his questions. “Dr. Parry listened and spoke with me about the most up-to-date procedures, and that made me quite comfortable with him as a person and a physician.”

Soon, they created a care plan that would help Ulysses live his healthiest life for years to come.

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Published on: March 2022
Phillip Parry, MD
Neurosurgeon with Wellstar since 2018
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www.wellstar.org/physicians/phillip-parry-md
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Neurosurgery , Spine Surgery
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