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Phillip Parry, MD

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Neurosurgery
Spine Surgery

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Phillip Parry, MD

Neurosurgeon with Wellstar since 2018.

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Spine Surgery

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Neurosurgeon with Wellstar since 2018
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Specialties

  • Neurosurgery
  • Spine Surgery

Education & Training

  • Tulane University School of Medicine

Degree

  • Doctor of Medicine

Residency

  • UPMC Medical Education Program

Fellowship

  • UPMC Medical Education Program

Certifications

  • American Board of Neurological Surgery

Hospital Affiliations

  • Wellstar Kennestone Hospital
  • Wellstar Windy Hill Hospital
  • Wellstar Cobb Hospital
  • Wellstar North Fulton Hospital
  • Wellstar Douglas Hospital
  • Wellstar Paulding Medical Center
  • Wellstar Spalding Regional Hospital
  • Wellstar Sylvan Grove Hospital
  • Wellstar West Georgia Medical Center

Languages spoken

  • English

Common Treatments, Conditions, and Procedures

  • Alternative to Spinal Fusion
  • Disk Replacement Surgery
  • Minimally Invasive Spinal Fusion
  • Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery
  • Motion Preservation Surgery
  • Outpatient Spine Surgery
  • Revision Spine Surgery
  • Scoliosis Surgery
  • Spinal Deformity
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Patient Reviews

Overall patient rating

4.6

Based on 175 patient ratings

I'd recommend this practice to family and friends
I'd recommend this provider to family and friends
Listened to me carefully
Shared the right amount of information
Earned my trust

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

The doctor's nurse was very helpful the day before I came in being self-pay. The doctor was very nice came in shake. My hand told me who he was talked about my Care and what needed to do next very comfortable very relaxed in there would recommend

August 28, 2025

5

Very knowledgeable Courteous friendly young Neurosurgeon. Thank you very much Dr Parry for your kindness.

August 21, 2025

5

had very good bedside manner.

August 10, 2025

5

I had a good experience. He reviewed my MRI results with me and he referred me to another facility for a procedure. They even scheduled my return appointment for one year out.

August 8, 2025

5

Courteous, knowledgeable, and professional!

July 29, 2025

5

I was impressed that Dr. Parry wasn't going to rush me into a surgery that might not be needed. We developed a plan of action that Im excited about.

July 26, 2025

5

Surgeon (Dr. Parry) was very objective and transparent. Explained my situation in layman terms anyone could understand while showing what he was talking about on the MRI. Didn't push for surgical intervention unless quality of life became unacceptable, which promotes trust for a new patient.

July 9, 2025

5

My doctor Dr.Parry and his partner are the bestest doctors ever...I love them!

June 27, 2025

5

Story was very nice and friendly. Dr Parry answered all my questions and was informative. He eased my mind. Great experience!

June 13, 2025

5

Dr. Parry is one of the best doctors who's ever taken care of me. He, I cannot think of a more caring, sympathetic, knowledgeable, and talented doctor. I have the utmost respect and regard for him. He saved my life.

June 11, 2025

5

Nothing else to say, I was completely satisfied with my visit.

May 2, 2025

5

Doctor Parry went beyond the call of duty to help me get my back from hurting. His was excellent in helping me.

April 27, 2025

5

Our experience was so welcoming and just felt like home. Thank you so much!

April 23, 2025

4

Everyone was very nice and professional.

April 4, 2025

5

Dr Parry was amazing and described a procedure that sounds like exactly what I need to help my lower back! Couldn't be happier with the attention to vivid detail on both the procedure itself and the steps for recovery. He was also very helpful in walking us through the insurance process given this is a newly FDA approved procedure, very helpful!

April 2, 2025

5

I was attended well and was made feel at home.

March 30, 2025

5

The service was well done.

March 15, 2025

5

Dr. Parry and his assistant are very prepared prior to the patients appt. Last week I received a call from his office telling me my X-rays were reviewed and we went thru my med list before the face to face appointment. They were very prepared for my visit and not flipping through files looking at my history for the first time. The time in his office was well spent bc of the prep they put in prior to my visit. Dr. Parry provided advice and we discussed PT and other invasive treatments . My visit was brief and very productive and his staff is wonderful.

March 5, 2025

5

Well-prepared, listened to my concerns and history. Shared relevant information about my situation.

February 28, 2025

5

Very knowledgeable. Understood my issues knowing my background from a previous issue. Treatment plan makes sense and surgery was not on the table, yet.

February 9, 2025

1

I got a call to check in about 15 minutes before my appointment. I was told the doctor would be calling me after his next couple of patients, but I never heard anything back. I left a message that day saying I never heard from him and still haven't received a response. I would like a referral to a different neurologist please. Nothing is getting better and it's been over 4 months now.

February 10, 2025

5

This is the best practice ever! They are about each person and not all about money!!! I always tell everyone what an amazing doc Phillip Parry is and his staff support group etc... is the best I have ever experienced! As I tell every one he is my God send! Never gave up when so many doctors wound care specialist ect... could not figure out my problem he promised from day one not to give up! He found the problem and after not being able to live my life he gave it back to me!!!! He is a doctor who really cares!!! It's not all about money or meeting quotas. The entire office is amazing! I wish there were more like him and his support staff. Thank you Dr Parry for giving me your time! Please thank your family for me. God gave you a talent and I thank you!

February 9, 2025

5

Dr. Parry's nurse was very kind and a good listener. Kept me up to date with Dr. Parry's surgical delay.

January 30, 2025

3

I did not receive any worthwhile information conversation was very short very short. The only thing they talked about was surgery on my spine. This is the first time I've ever been told anything about my spine having problems quite a shocking.

January 4, 2025

5

Very efficient and informative

December 18, 2024

5

I trust Dr Parry and his staff are very helpful

December 15, 2024

5

They did a good job

December 12, 2024

5

Dr Parry was sympathetic to my apprehension and,gave,expert advice that empowered ,not condescending enabled me to make a decision about my future. I'm very satisfied with my, visit.

December 5, 2024

5

We were there for a consultation. Dr. Parry was very personable and attentive to our questions and concerns.

December 5, 2024

5

I was well received. My inquiries were answered very well. They motivated me. They gave me a lot of care. I appreciate everything they did to me. I'm impressed. Thank you.

December 6, 2024

5

The doctor's nurse was very helpful the day before I came in being self-pay. The doctor was very nice came in shake. My hand told me who he was talked about my Care and what needed to do next very comfortable very relaxed in there would recommend

August 28, 2025

5

Very knowledgeable Courteous friendly young Neurosurgeon. Thank you very much Dr Parry for your kindness.

August 21, 2025

5

had very good bedside manner.

August 10, 2025

5

I had a good experience. He reviewed my MRI results with me and he referred me to another facility for a procedure. They even scheduled my return appointment for one year out.

August 8, 2025

5

Courteous, knowledgeable, and professional!

July 29, 2025

5

I was impressed that Dr. Parry wasn't going to rush me into a surgery that might not be needed. We developed a plan of action that Im excited about.

July 26, 2025

5

Surgeon (Dr. Parry) was very objective and transparent. Explained my situation in layman terms anyone could understand while showing what he was talking about on the MRI. Didn't push for surgical intervention unless quality of life became unacceptable, which promotes trust for a new patient.

July 9, 2025

5

My doctor Dr.Parry and his partner are the bestest doctors ever...I love them!

June 27, 2025

5

Story was very nice and friendly. Dr Parry answered all my questions and was informative. He eased my mind. Great experience!

June 13, 2025

5

Dr. Parry is one of the best doctors who's ever taken care of me. He, I cannot think of a more caring, sympathetic, knowledgeable, and talented doctor. I have the utmost respect and regard for him. He saved my life.

June 11, 2025

5

Nothing else to say, I was completely satisfied with my visit.

May 2, 2025

5

Doctor Parry went beyond the call of duty to help me get my back from hurting. His was excellent in helping me.

April 27, 2025

5

Our experience was so welcoming and just felt like home. Thank you so much!

April 23, 2025

5

Dr Parry was amazing and described a procedure that sounds like exactly what I need to help my lower back! Couldn't be happier with the attention to vivid detail on both the procedure itself and the steps for recovery. He was also very helpful in walking us through the insurance process given this is a newly FDA approved procedure, very helpful!

April 2, 2025

5

I was attended well and was made feel at home.

March 30, 2025

5

The service was well done.

March 15, 2025

5

Dr. Parry and his assistant are very prepared prior to the patients appt. Last week I received a call from his office telling me my X-rays were reviewed and we went thru my med list before the face to face appointment. They were very prepared for my visit and not flipping through files looking at my history for the first time. The time in his office was well spent bc of the prep they put in prior to my visit. Dr. Parry provided advice and we discussed PT and other invasive treatments . My visit was brief and very productive and his staff is wonderful.

March 5, 2025

5

Well-prepared, listened to my concerns and history. Shared relevant information about my situation.

February 28, 2025

5

Very knowledgeable. Understood my issues knowing my background from a previous issue. Treatment plan makes sense and surgery was not on the table, yet.

February 9, 2025

5

This is the best practice ever! They are about each person and not all about money!!! I always tell everyone what an amazing doc Phillip Parry is and his staff support group etc... is the best I have ever experienced! As I tell every one he is my God send! Never gave up when so many doctors wound care specialist ect... could not figure out my problem he promised from day one not to give up! He found the problem and after not being able to live my life he gave it back to me!!!! He is a doctor who really cares!!! It's not all about money or meeting quotas. The entire office is amazing! I wish there were more like him and his support staff. Thank you Dr Parry for giving me your time! Please thank your family for me. God gave you a talent and I thank you!

February 9, 2025

5

Dr. Parry's nurse was very kind and a good listener. Kept me up to date with Dr. Parry's surgical delay.

January 30, 2025

5

Very efficient and informative

December 18, 2024

5

I trust Dr Parry and his staff are very helpful

December 15, 2024

5

They did a good job

December 12, 2024

5

Dr Parry was sympathetic to my apprehension and,gave,expert advice that empowered ,not condescending enabled me to make a decision about my future. I'm very satisfied with my, visit.

December 5, 2024

5

We were there for a consultation. Dr. Parry was very personable and attentive to our questions and concerns.

December 5, 2024

5

I was well received. My inquiries were answered very well. They motivated me. They gave me a lot of care. I appreciate everything they did to me. I'm impressed. Thank you.

December 6, 2024

4

Everyone was very nice and professional.

April 4, 2025

3

I did not receive any worthwhile information conversation was very short very short. The only thing they talked about was surgery on my spine. This is the first time I've ever been told anything about my spine having problems quite a shocking.

January 4, 2025

1

I got a call to check in about 15 minutes before my appointment. I was told the doctor would be calling me after his next couple of patients, but I never heard anything back. I left a message that day saying I never heard from him and still haven't received a response. I would like a referral to a different neurologist please. Nothing is getting better and it's been over 4 months now.

February 10, 2025

1

I got a call to check in about 15 minutes before my appointment. I was told the doctor would be calling me after his next couple of patients, but I never heard anything back. I left a message that day saying I never heard from him and still haven't received a response. I would like a referral to a different neurologist please. Nothing is getting better and it's been over 4 months now.

February 10, 2025

3

I did not receive any worthwhile information conversation was very short very short. The only thing they talked about was surgery on my spine. This is the first time I've ever been told anything about my spine having problems quite a shocking.

January 4, 2025

4

Everyone was very nice and professional.

April 4, 2025

5

The doctor's nurse was very helpful the day before I came in being self-pay. The doctor was very nice came in shake. My hand told me who he was talked about my Care and what needed to do next very comfortable very relaxed in there would recommend

August 28, 2025

5

Very knowledgeable Courteous friendly young Neurosurgeon. Thank you very much Dr Parry for your kindness.

August 21, 2025

5

had very good bedside manner.

August 10, 2025

5

I had a good experience. He reviewed my MRI results with me and he referred me to another facility for a procedure. They even scheduled my return appointment for one year out.

August 8, 2025

5

Courteous, knowledgeable, and professional!

July 29, 2025

5

I was impressed that Dr. Parry wasn't going to rush me into a surgery that might not be needed. We developed a plan of action that Im excited about.

July 26, 2025

5

Surgeon (Dr. Parry) was very objective and transparent. Explained my situation in layman terms anyone could understand while showing what he was talking about on the MRI. Didn't push for surgical intervention unless quality of life became unacceptable, which promotes trust for a new patient.

July 9, 2025

5

My doctor Dr.Parry and his partner are the bestest doctors ever...I love them!

June 27, 2025

5

Story was very nice and friendly. Dr Parry answered all my questions and was informative. He eased my mind. Great experience!

June 13, 2025

5

Dr. Parry is one of the best doctors who's ever taken care of me. He, I cannot think of a more caring, sympathetic, knowledgeable, and talented doctor. I have the utmost respect and regard for him. He saved my life.

June 11, 2025

5

Nothing else to say, I was completely satisfied with my visit.

May 2, 2025

5

Doctor Parry went beyond the call of duty to help me get my back from hurting. His was excellent in helping me.

April 27, 2025

5

Our experience was so welcoming and just felt like home. Thank you so much!

April 23, 2025

5

Dr Parry was amazing and described a procedure that sounds like exactly what I need to help my lower back! Couldn't be happier with the attention to vivid detail on both the procedure itself and the steps for recovery. He was also very helpful in walking us through the insurance process given this is a newly FDA approved procedure, very helpful!

April 2, 2025

5

I was attended well and was made feel at home.

March 30, 2025

5

The service was well done.

March 15, 2025

5

Dr. Parry and his assistant are very prepared prior to the patients appt. Last week I received a call from his office telling me my X-rays were reviewed and we went thru my med list before the face to face appointment. They were very prepared for my visit and not flipping through files looking at my history for the first time. The time in his office was well spent bc of the prep they put in prior to my visit. Dr. Parry provided advice and we discussed PT and other invasive treatments . My visit was brief and very productive and his staff is wonderful.

March 5, 2025

5

Well-prepared, listened to my concerns and history. Shared relevant information about my situation.

February 28, 2025

5

Very knowledgeable. Understood my issues knowing my background from a previous issue. Treatment plan makes sense and surgery was not on the table, yet.

February 9, 2025

5

This is the best practice ever! They are about each person and not all about money!!! I always tell everyone what an amazing doc Phillip Parry is and his staff support group etc... is the best I have ever experienced! As I tell every one he is my God send! Never gave up when so many doctors wound care specialist ect... could not figure out my problem he promised from day one not to give up! He found the problem and after not being able to live my life he gave it back to me!!!! He is a doctor who really cares!!! It's not all about money or meeting quotas. The entire office is amazing! I wish there were more like him and his support staff. Thank you Dr Parry for giving me your time! Please thank your family for me. God gave you a talent and I thank you!

February 9, 2025

5

Dr. Parry's nurse was very kind and a good listener. Kept me up to date with Dr. Parry's surgical delay.

January 30, 2025

5

Very efficient and informative

December 18, 2024

5

I trust Dr Parry and his staff are very helpful

December 15, 2024

5

They did a good job

December 12, 2024

5

Dr Parry was sympathetic to my apprehension and,gave,expert advice that empowered ,not condescending enabled me to make a decision about my future. I'm very satisfied with my, visit.

December 5, 2024

5

We were there for a consultation. Dr. Parry was very personable and attentive to our questions and concerns.

December 5, 2024

5

I was well received. My inquiries were answered very well. They motivated me. They gave me a lot of care. I appreciate everything they did to me. I'm impressed. Thank you.

December 6, 2024

5

The doctor's nurse was very helpful the day before I came in being self-pay. The doctor was very nice came in shake. My hand told me who he was talked about my Care and what needed to do next very comfortable very relaxed in there would recommend

August 28, 2025

5

Very knowledgeable Courteous friendly young Neurosurgeon. Thank you very much Dr Parry for your kindness.

August 21, 2025

5

had very good bedside manner.

August 10, 2025

5

I had a good experience. He reviewed my MRI results with me and he referred me to another facility for a procedure. They even scheduled my return appointment for one year out.

August 8, 2025

5

Courteous, knowledgeable, and professional!

July 29, 2025

5

I was impressed that Dr. Parry wasn't going to rush me into a surgery that might not be needed. We developed a plan of action that Im excited about.

July 26, 2025

5

Surgeon (Dr. Parry) was very objective and transparent. Explained my situation in layman terms anyone could understand while showing what he was talking about on the MRI. Didn't push for surgical intervention unless quality of life became unacceptable, which promotes trust for a new patient.

July 9, 2025

5

My doctor Dr.Parry and his partner are the bestest doctors ever...I love them!

June 27, 2025

5

Story was very nice and friendly. Dr Parry answered all my questions and was informative. He eased my mind. Great experience!

June 13, 2025

5

Dr. Parry is one of the best doctors who's ever taken care of me. He, I cannot think of a more caring, sympathetic, knowledgeable, and talented doctor. I have the utmost respect and regard for him. He saved my life.

June 11, 2025

5

Nothing else to say, I was completely satisfied with my visit.

May 2, 2025

5

Doctor Parry went beyond the call of duty to help me get my back from hurting. His was excellent in helping me.

April 27, 2025

5

Our experience was so welcoming and just felt like home. Thank you so much!

April 23, 2025

4

Everyone was very nice and professional.

April 4, 2025

5

Dr Parry was amazing and described a procedure that sounds like exactly what I need to help my lower back! Couldn't be happier with the attention to vivid detail on both the procedure itself and the steps for recovery. He was also very helpful in walking us through the insurance process given this is a newly FDA approved procedure, very helpful!

April 2, 2025

5

I was attended well and was made feel at home.

March 30, 2025

5

The service was well done.

March 15, 2025

5

Dr. Parry and his assistant are very prepared prior to the patients appt. Last week I received a call from his office telling me my X-rays were reviewed and we went thru my med list before the face to face appointment. They were very prepared for my visit and not flipping through files looking at my history for the first time. The time in his office was well spent bc of the prep they put in prior to my visit. Dr. Parry provided advice and we discussed PT and other invasive treatments . My visit was brief and very productive and his staff is wonderful.

March 5, 2025

5

Well-prepared, listened to my concerns and history. Shared relevant information about my situation.

February 28, 2025

1

I got a call to check in about 15 minutes before my appointment. I was told the doctor would be calling me after his next couple of patients, but I never heard anything back. I left a message that day saying I never heard from him and still haven't received a response. I would like a referral to a different neurologist please. Nothing is getting better and it's been over 4 months now.

February 10, 2025

5

This is the best practice ever! They are about each person and not all about money!!! I always tell everyone what an amazing doc Phillip Parry is and his staff support group etc... is the best I have ever experienced! As I tell every one he is my God send! Never gave up when so many doctors wound care specialist ect... could not figure out my problem he promised from day one not to give up! He found the problem and after not being able to live my life he gave it back to me!!!! He is a doctor who really cares!!! It's not all about money or meeting quotas. The entire office is amazing! I wish there were more like him and his support staff. Thank you Dr Parry for giving me your time! Please thank your family for me. God gave you a talent and I thank you!

February 9, 2025

5

Very knowledgeable. Understood my issues knowing my background from a previous issue. Treatment plan makes sense and surgery was not on the table, yet.

February 9, 2025

5

Dr. Parry's nurse was very kind and a good listener. Kept me up to date with Dr. Parry's surgical delay.

January 30, 2025

3

I did not receive any worthwhile information conversation was very short very short. The only thing they talked about was surgery on my spine. This is the first time I've ever been told anything about my spine having problems quite a shocking.

January 4, 2025

5

Very efficient and informative

December 18, 2024

5

I trust Dr Parry and his staff are very helpful

December 15, 2024

5

They did a good job

December 12, 2024

5

I was well received. My inquiries were answered very well. They motivated me. They gave me a lot of care. I appreciate everything they did to me. I'm impressed. Thank you.

December 6, 2024

5

Dr Parry was sympathetic to my apprehension and,gave,expert advice that empowered ,not condescending enabled me to make a decision about my future. I'm very satisfied with my, visit.

December 5, 2024

5

We were there for a consultation. Dr. Parry was very personable and attentive to our questions and concerns.

December 5, 2024

5

We were there for a consultation. Dr. Parry was very personable and attentive to our questions and concerns.

December 5, 2024

5

Dr Parry was sympathetic to my apprehension and,gave,expert advice that empowered ,not condescending enabled me to make a decision about my future. I'm very satisfied with my, visit.

December 5, 2024

5

I was well received. My inquiries were answered very well. They motivated me. They gave me a lot of care. I appreciate everything they did to me. I'm impressed. Thank you.

December 6, 2024

5

They did a good job

December 12, 2024

5

I trust Dr Parry and his staff are very helpful

December 15, 2024

5

Very efficient and informative

December 18, 2024

3

I did not receive any worthwhile information conversation was very short very short. The only thing they talked about was surgery on my spine. This is the first time I've ever been told anything about my spine having problems quite a shocking.

January 4, 2025

5

Dr. Parry's nurse was very kind and a good listener. Kept me up to date with Dr. Parry's surgical delay.

January 30, 2025

5

Very knowledgeable. Understood my issues knowing my background from a previous issue. Treatment plan makes sense and surgery was not on the table, yet.

February 9, 2025

5

This is the best practice ever! They are about each person and not all about money!!! I always tell everyone what an amazing doc Phillip Parry is and his staff support group etc... is the best I have ever experienced! As I tell every one he is my God send! Never gave up when so many doctors wound care specialist ect... could not figure out my problem he promised from day one not to give up! He found the problem and after not being able to live my life he gave it back to me!!!! He is a doctor who really cares!!! It's not all about money or meeting quotas. The entire office is amazing! I wish there were more like him and his support staff. Thank you Dr Parry for giving me your time! Please thank your family for me. God gave you a talent and I thank you!

February 9, 2025

1

I got a call to check in about 15 minutes before my appointment. I was told the doctor would be calling me after his next couple of patients, but I never heard anything back. I left a message that day saying I never heard from him and still haven't received a response. I would like a referral to a different neurologist please. Nothing is getting better and it's been over 4 months now.

February 10, 2025

5

Well-prepared, listened to my concerns and history. Shared relevant information about my situation.

February 28, 2025

5

Dr. Parry and his assistant are very prepared prior to the patients appt. Last week I received a call from his office telling me my X-rays were reviewed and we went thru my med list before the face to face appointment. They were very prepared for my visit and not flipping through files looking at my history for the first time. The time in his office was well spent bc of the prep they put in prior to my visit. Dr. Parry provided advice and we discussed PT and other invasive treatments . My visit was brief and very productive and his staff is wonderful.

March 5, 2025

5

The service was well done.

March 15, 2025

5

I was attended well and was made feel at home.

March 30, 2025

5

Dr Parry was amazing and described a procedure that sounds like exactly what I need to help my lower back! Couldn't be happier with the attention to vivid detail on both the procedure itself and the steps for recovery. He was also very helpful in walking us through the insurance process given this is a newly FDA approved procedure, very helpful!

April 2, 2025

4

Everyone was very nice and professional.

April 4, 2025

5

Our experience was so welcoming and just felt like home. Thank you so much!

April 23, 2025

5

Doctor Parry went beyond the call of duty to help me get my back from hurting. His was excellent in helping me.

April 27, 2025

5

Nothing else to say, I was completely satisfied with my visit.

May 2, 2025

5

Dr. Parry is one of the best doctors who's ever taken care of me. He, I cannot think of a more caring, sympathetic, knowledgeable, and talented doctor. I have the utmost respect and regard for him. He saved my life.

June 11, 2025

5

Story was very nice and friendly. Dr Parry answered all my questions and was informative. He eased my mind. Great experience!

June 13, 2025

5

My doctor Dr.Parry and his partner are the bestest doctors ever...I love them!

June 27, 2025

5

Surgeon (Dr. Parry) was very objective and transparent. Explained my situation in layman terms anyone could understand while showing what he was talking about on the MRI. Didn't push for surgical intervention unless quality of life became unacceptable, which promotes trust for a new patient.

July 9, 2025

5

I was impressed that Dr. Parry wasn't going to rush me into a surgery that might not be needed. We developed a plan of action that Im excited about.

July 26, 2025

5

Courteous, knowledgeable, and professional!

July 29, 2025

5

I had a good experience. He reviewed my MRI results with me and he referred me to another facility for a procedure. They even scheduled my return appointment for one year out.

August 8, 2025

5

had very good bedside manner.

August 10, 2025

5

Very knowledgeable Courteous friendly young Neurosurgeon. Thank you very much Dr Parry for your kindness.

August 21, 2025

5

The doctor's nurse was very helpful the day before I came in being self-pay. The doctor was very nice came in shake. My hand told me who he was talked about my Care and what needed to do next very comfortable very relaxed in there would recommend

August 28, 2025

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Runners take their mark on the track. Text reads XanderCare.

XanderCare

Xander Garanzuay, a long-distance runner, never imagined his high school track meet would end with him being airlifted to the hospital. But when a discus struck him in the head, he suffered a depressed skull fracture and needed emergency surgery.

Thanks to the quick action and collaboration of Wellstar Kennestone Regional Medical Center's trauma and neurosurgery teams, Xander is now back to running. His story highlights the resilience of the human body, the strength of family and the impact of expert care.

A sudden accident

After finishing the 2-mile race at a track meet in Cartersville, Xander stayed to support his Woodstock High School teammates. When he was ready to go home, he texted his parents.

A few moments later, everything changed. While tossing a ball with his friend, Xander ran to retrieve it—just as a discus struck him in the head.

The discus hit Xander on the left side of his head with such force that he fell unconscious. Xander began seizing—his condition was critical. While his friend raced to notify their coaches, Kelly, Xander’s mom, had arrived to pick him up.

“I’m sitting out front texting Xander, ‘I’m here,’ when emergency vehicles start pulling up,” Kelly said. “Then my husband called—‘Xander’s been hit.’”

Kelly stayed with Xander as EMS evaluated him. “He was awake but not coherent,” she noted. They determined he would need to be airlifted to Wellstar Kennestone, a Level I Trauma Center.

Life-saving surgery

Xander was swiftly transported to Wellstar Kennestone, where the trauma team was ready to act. Upon arrival, Wellstar Neurosurgeon Dr. Phillip Parry assessed the severity of Xander’s injury: a depressed skull fracture causing seizures.

“The discus is a large weight—picture a five-pound Frisbee—that is flung through the air,” said Dr. Parry. “Thankfully, Xander’s skull protected his brain, but he essentially sustained a ballistic injury to the skull.”

The impact to the left side of Xander’s skull left him with a fixed-focus neurologic deficit. His right arm—his dominant arm—had no muscle strength, and his right leg was weak.

Dr. Parry performed an emergency craniotomy to remove the bone pressing on Xander’s brain. The surgery was successful, but the road ahead was uncertain.

“The biggest challenge wasn’t the surgery itself—this is something we do every day,” he said. “It was telling a 16-year-old and his mother that we didn’t know whether he would regain function in his dominant arm.”

Kelly had to trust in the care Xander was receiving. “You don’t know what you’re going to do in that situation. Nothing prepares you,” she said. “I had to have faith that he was in the right hands—and he truly was.”

Steady progress

The day after Xander’s surgery, Wellstar Kennestone’s physical and occupational therapy teams began working at his bedside to restore movement in his non-functioning arm and leg.

“You want to do everything you can to optimize the body’s ability to heal,” said Dr. Parry. “It was important that we provided that environment for him.”

Xander’s positive attitude and determination played a crucial role in regaining function. His dad, Xavier, was amazed by his son’s resilience.

“He was so proactive and driven to get better,” Xavier said. “It was inspiring to watch.”

Still, sometimes the reality of what happened sank in. “He woke up one night and said, ‘I could have died,’” his mom remembered. “I told him, ‘Yes, but you didn’t.’ He said, ‘God must have something really special planned for me.’”

Xander applied the same fortitude from running to each step of his healing. “Sometimes you can be your own worst enemy, but you can also be your biggest supporter,” he said. “If you don’t believe in yourself, how can anyone else believe in you?”

Care that made a difference

Xander spent six days at Wellstar Kennestone before being transferred to inpatient rehabilitation. The support from Wellstar’s care team made a lasting impact.

They were there for whatever we needed—compassionate and always listening to Xander’s needs,” Kelly said.

One night during his stay, Xander woke needing help to get to the restroom. When a nurse arrived, he suddenly began seizing. “I’ve never seen eight nurses in a room so quickly,” his mom recalled. “Everyone knew exactly what to do.”

One poignant moment came when Xander’s family had the discus—now a symbol of victory over his injury—signed by his care team.

“It’s rewarding as a physician to know that I played a small part in restoring his ability to use his arm again,” Dr. Parry reflected. “As a parent, I know the anxiety that comes with the uncertainty of neurologic recovery. To see Xander move his arms and legs again, as if nothing happened, is a relief that’s indescribable.”

The power of community

Xander’s recovery was supported not only by his family and Wellstar care team, but also by his school and community. After the accident, his track team dedicated the next meet to him, with “Run for Xander” wristbands and signs. A teammate also started a GoFundMe campaign, which raised nearly $13,000 to help with the family’s medical expenses.

“People from all over came together for Xander,” Xavier said. “Posts on his team’s Facebook page were shared with running clubs from Canada to Miami. We were blown away.”

Xander was especially touched by the support. “This whole experience showed me how much my family loves me,” he said. “Seeing my friends, teachers and even family from Texas come to help—it meant so much.”

A bright future

After two and a half weeks of inpatient rehabilitation, Xander transitioned to outpatient rehab and continued regular follow-ups with Dr. Parry at the Wellstar Neurosurgery clinic. “At each phase, he received the best possible care,” explained Dr. Parry. “That’s why he had such a great outcome.”

Today, Xander is almost fully recovered and back doing what he loves most—running. “Physically and mentally, he’s doing phenomenal,” Kelly said. “He has his own training program. I am so proud of him.”

Xander’s progress wouldn’t have been possible without the trauma care network that supported him every step of the way. “The benefit of the trauma network can’t be overstated,” Dr. Parry said. “It ensures people get the best possible outcome even on their worst day.”

With expert care and determination, Xander is ready for whatever comes next.

Learn more about Trauma Services and Neuro Care at Wellstar.

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Stephen, a Wellstar Kennestone Level I Trauma Center patient, pictured with his daughter, Hannah.

StephenCare

Stephen Nowlin became unexpectedly paralyzed one day when preparing for a Fourth of July celebration with friends. A flight EMS team was called to transport him when the flight nurse on call, Hannah Carr, recognized the address of the accident—her childhood home. She flew her father to Wellstar Kennestone Regional Medical Center, a Level I Trauma Center, where he could have the fastest, most comprehensive trauma response—and a chance at full recovery.

When routine yard work went wrong

Preparing for his annual Fourth of July party, Stephen mowed his 13-acre property in Waco, Georgia. The routine chore took a terrifying turn when his mower flipped. Trapped underneath, he realized he was paralyzed. His friend soon discovered him lying there and called 911. 

Meanwhile, Stephen’s daughter, Hannah, was working that day as a flight nurse for a local air ambulance company. When the call came in about a 60-year-old man in a tractor accident, paralyzed, at her parents' address, she instantly knew who it was. Hannah and her air ambulance service partner were on their way. 

In good hands: first responders act fast

The local fire department and EMS arrived quickly, carefully removing the mower without moving Stephen. They transported him to a nearby landing zone where Hannah and her flight partner waited. As Stephen was loaded onto the helicopter, he told his daughter, “I just hope they can fix me.”

Hannah and her partner did a thorough, head-to-toe assessment for life-threatening injuries.

“I knew I was in good hands,” Stephen said. “She's going to take care of me better than anybody else would.”

On the flight to Wellstar Kennestone Regional Medical Center, a Level I Trauma Center, Hannah communicated with the hospital ahead of arrival. In emergency situations, it’s important the team is assembled and ready to perform care as fast as possible. Because of their collaboration, not a minute was wasted.

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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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Phillip Parry, MD
Neurosurgeon with Wellstar since 2018
Rating
4.6
Specialties
Neurosurgery , Spine Surgery
Education
Doctor of Medicine
Medical School
Tulane University School of Medicine
Residency
UPMC Medical Education Program
Fellowship
UPMC Medical Education Program
Certifications
American Board of Neurological Surgery
Spoken Languages
English
Hospital Affiliations
Wellstar Kennestone Hospital
Wellstar Windy Hill Hospital
Wellstar Cobb Hospital
Wellstar North Fulton Hospital
Wellstar Douglas Hospital
Wellstar Paulding Medical Center
Wellstar Spalding Regional Hospital
Wellstar Sylvan Grove Hospital
Wellstar West Georgia Medical Center
Office Locations
www.wellstar.org/physicians/phillip-parry-md
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