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Stephen Parada, MD

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Orthopedic Surgery

Education & Training

Doctor of Medicine

Stephen Parada, MD

Orthopedic Surgeon affiliated with Wellstar since 2016.

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About Stephen Parada, MD

Dr. Parada is a board-certified, fellowship-trained shoulder specialist. He completed his orthopedic surgery residency at Madigan Army Medical Center and then was selected for the prestigious Boston Shoulder Institute Fellowship based at Massachusetts General Hospital as part of Harvard Medical School. After completing his military service, he became director of shoulder surgery at Wellstar, affiliated with Medical College of Georgia, taking over the position from his long-time mentor, Dr. Lynn Crosby, following her retirement. Dr. Parada is one of only 10 Georgia orthopedic surgeons in the American Shoulder and Elbow Surgeons (ASES) and the only one of those members outside of Atlanta and Columbus. He is the president of the Georgia Shoulder and Elbow Society and serves on multiple committees of national organizations such as ASES and the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons. He performs extensive research in all matters related to the shoulder including clinical, biochemical and biomechanical studies.

Specialties

  • Orthopedic Surgery

Education & Training

  • Wright State University School of Medicine

Degree

  • Doctor of Medicine

Residency

  • Madigan Army Medical Center

Fellowship

  • Harvard Pilgrim Health Care, Inc.

Certifications

  • American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery

Hospital Affiliations

  • Wellstar MCG Health Medical Center

Languages spoken

  • English

Patient Reviews

Overall patient rating

4.7

Based on 200 patient ratings

I'd recommend this provider to family and friends
I'd recommend this practice 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

Dr. Parada is absolutely the best. After 3 years of pain and 3 different Dr's he found the problem and fixed it. Highly recommend him!!!!!

December 17, 2025

5

LOVE my doctor. Didn't love waiting 1 hour & 45 minutes to see him. I was asked to be at my appt by 10:15 for my 10:30 appt. My provider walked into the room at 11:55. After waiting that long, I'm annoyed. Just giving honest feed back. Thanks!

December 17, 2025

5

I have been a patient of Dr. Parada's for several years and have always been treated with respect and have gotten excellent care. I wouldn't want anyone else treating any shoulder problems but him. His staff is both friendly and professional. I highly recommend this practice site for anyone with shoulder issues.

December 4, 2025

5

Extremely professional and knowledgeable

December 4, 2025

5

From my heart, my doctor and his crew are the very best I've experienced in my sixty three years of my life, I know my body top to bottom however my doctor and his staff all know my body from top to bottom front to rear and inside out. If I were to transfer elsewhere in America to another practice I would never have the faith with them as I do now.

December 3, 2025

5

The young lady at the front desk was exceptionally polite and helpful. I forget her name but she sat in the middle spot. Everyone was very polite and pleasant and I am grateful!

November 27, 2025

5

Dr Parada is excellent. Julia is excellent. Desk ops and imaging scheduling leaves a LOT to be desired.

November 26, 2025

5

Doctor Parada and his staff always takes whatever time is needed to satisfy your health concerns. I never feel rushed to voice all of my concerns. Thank you for not making me feel like just another number.

November 21, 2025

5

Dr Parada is Caring and informative . He cares about patients and their pain

November 21, 2025

5

Dr. Parada is an excellent doctor and he communicates and cares about the patients very well.

November 14, 2025

5

Dr. Parada's listen to me and I believe that he was sincerely honest. And I believe that he wants the best for me.

November 12, 2025

5

Always a pleasure to visit this office!

November 12, 2025

5

The staff there is extremely knowledgeable and helpful

November 14, 2025

5

Caring and professional

November 6, 2025

5

The check in nurse for me on 11/03/25 had a great personality and showed great concern as she processed my intake visit information. Dr. Parada cares about his patients and puts 100% towards your questions and concerns to provide the best of care. He's an awesome orthopedic doctor. I'm so happy to have Dr. Parada as my surgeon for my right shoulder replacement which is scheduled for 11/11/25. Anna, the sports study coordinator expressed herself very well for concerns of your present condition and future achievements ahead. Julia, Dr. Parada's nurse was so pleasant and understanding. Overall, a phenomenal staff team that I felt privileged to have had the opportunity to be their patient. May God bless you all

November 6, 2025

5

I love being a patient at Wellstar because I always receive the care I need to live my best life. Thanks everyone:)

November 5, 2025

5

Excellent

October 29, 2025

5

Dr.Parada was thorough, and laird out my options. I felt like I was his only patient that day. His team (med student and resident) were equally compassionate and supportive.

October 29, 2025

5

It was good

October 29, 2025

5

Front office staff rates a 5/10. Laughing and talking with each other and not paying attention to patients at check in. Gossiping about weekend plans.

October 24, 2025

5

Dr Parada was amazing!

October 23, 2025

5

Dr. Parada is very professional and has an excellent bedside manner. Thank you.

October 24, 2025

5

I was extremely appreciative that Dr. Parada saw me as expeditiously as was humanly possible for an urgent assessment as to damage I may have caused my reverse shoulder prosthetic after a fall.

October 22, 2025

5

I have on four occasions recommended Dr Parada to my friends and nieghbours.

October 16, 2025

5

Great service, always so polite and knowledgeable

October 11, 2025

5

I had a very, very good doctor. He done a very good job and he was very kind and considerate. I would definitely want him to do more surgery on me or my family if I should do it.

October 11, 2025

5

Dr.Parada is a great doctor, he listens to all concerts and cares about his patients, he is very knowledgeable

October 8, 2025

3

Oh, this was my first time with them, and they're the nicest people I ever met. They listened to what I had to say, and I appreciate it a lot. Thank you.

October 8, 2025

5

I have had a terrible time trying to keep my personal insurance out of my workman's comp care. Terrible problems with billing and such. Billed my personal insurance for a workman's comp surgery and I am still getting personal bills for a Workers comp injury? Has not been corrected yet

October 8, 2025

5

Dr. Parada is absolutely outstanding. From the moment I walked in, he made me feel heard and understood. He took the time to carefully listen to my full history and concerns instead of rushing through the appointment. That alone made a huge difference. What impressed me most was the care plan he put together. It wasn't generic, it was thoughtful, clear, and personalized specifically to my situation. He explained every option, the risks and benefits, and made sure I felt confident moving forward. I left the appointment not only with answers, but with a real sense of direction and hope. After struggling for so long, it is such a relief to finally have a doctor who listens, cares, and creates an excellent treatment plan. I cannot recommend Dr. Parada enough.

October 3, 2025

5

Dr. Parada is absolutely the best. After 3 years of pain and 3 different Dr's he found the problem and fixed it. Highly recommend him!!!!!

December 17, 2025

5

LOVE my doctor. Didn't love waiting 1 hour & 45 minutes to see him. I was asked to be at my appt by 10:15 for my 10:30 appt. My provider walked into the room at 11:55. After waiting that long, I'm annoyed. Just giving honest feed back. Thanks!

December 17, 2025

5

I have been a patient of Dr. Parada's for several years and have always been treated with respect and have gotten excellent care. I wouldn't want anyone else treating any shoulder problems but him. His staff is both friendly and professional. I highly recommend this practice site for anyone with shoulder issues.

December 4, 2025

5

Extremely professional and knowledgeable

December 4, 2025

5

From my heart, my doctor and his crew are the very best I've experienced in my sixty three years of my life, I know my body top to bottom however my doctor and his staff all know my body from top to bottom front to rear and inside out. If I were to transfer elsewhere in America to another practice I would never have the faith with them as I do now.

December 3, 2025

5

The young lady at the front desk was exceptionally polite and helpful. I forget her name but she sat in the middle spot. Everyone was very polite and pleasant and I am grateful!

November 27, 2025

5

Dr Parada is excellent. Julia is excellent. Desk ops and imaging scheduling leaves a LOT to be desired.

November 26, 2025

5

Doctor Parada and his staff always takes whatever time is needed to satisfy your health concerns. I never feel rushed to voice all of my concerns. Thank you for not making me feel like just another number.

November 21, 2025

5

Dr Parada is Caring and informative . He cares about patients and their pain

November 21, 2025

5

Dr. Parada is an excellent doctor and he communicates and cares about the patients very well.

November 14, 2025

5

Dr. Parada's listen to me and I believe that he was sincerely honest. And I believe that he wants the best for me.

November 12, 2025

5

Always a pleasure to visit this office!

November 12, 2025

5

The staff there is extremely knowledgeable and helpful

November 14, 2025

5

Caring and professional

November 6, 2025

5

The check in nurse for me on 11/03/25 had a great personality and showed great concern as she processed my intake visit information. Dr. Parada cares about his patients and puts 100% towards your questions and concerns to provide the best of care. He's an awesome orthopedic doctor. I'm so happy to have Dr. Parada as my surgeon for my right shoulder replacement which is scheduled for 11/11/25. Anna, the sports study coordinator expressed herself very well for concerns of your present condition and future achievements ahead. Julia, Dr. Parada's nurse was so pleasant and understanding. Overall, a phenomenal staff team that I felt privileged to have had the opportunity to be their patient. May God bless you all

November 6, 2025

5

I love being a patient at Wellstar because I always receive the care I need to live my best life. Thanks everyone:)

November 5, 2025

5

Excellent

October 29, 2025

5

Dr.Parada was thorough, and laird out my options. I felt like I was his only patient that day. His team (med student and resident) were equally compassionate and supportive.

October 29, 2025

5

It was good

October 29, 2025

5

Front office staff rates a 5/10. Laughing and talking with each other and not paying attention to patients at check in. Gossiping about weekend plans.

October 24, 2025

5

Dr Parada was amazing!

October 23, 2025

5

Dr. Parada is very professional and has an excellent bedside manner. Thank you.

October 24, 2025

5

I was extremely appreciative that Dr. Parada saw me as expeditiously as was humanly possible for an urgent assessment as to damage I may have caused my reverse shoulder prosthetic after a fall.

October 22, 2025

5

I have on four occasions recommended Dr Parada to my friends and nieghbours.

October 16, 2025

5

Great service, always so polite and knowledgeable

October 11, 2025

5

I had a very, very good doctor. He done a very good job and he was very kind and considerate. I would definitely want him to do more surgery on me or my family if I should do it.

October 11, 2025

5

Dr.Parada is a great doctor, he listens to all concerts and cares about his patients, he is very knowledgeable

October 8, 2025

5

I have had a terrible time trying to keep my personal insurance out of my workman's comp care. Terrible problems with billing and such. Billed my personal insurance for a workman's comp surgery and I am still getting personal bills for a Workers comp injury? Has not been corrected yet

October 8, 2025

5

Dr. Parada is absolutely outstanding. From the moment I walked in, he made me feel heard and understood. He took the time to carefully listen to my full history and concerns instead of rushing through the appointment. That alone made a huge difference. What impressed me most was the care plan he put together. It wasn't generic, it was thoughtful, clear, and personalized specifically to my situation. He explained every option, the risks and benefits, and made sure I felt confident moving forward. I left the appointment not only with answers, but with a real sense of direction and hope. After struggling for so long, it is such a relief to finally have a doctor who listens, cares, and creates an excellent treatment plan. I cannot recommend Dr. Parada enough.

October 3, 2025

3

Oh, this was my first time with them, and they're the nicest people I ever met. They listened to what I had to say, and I appreciate it a lot. Thank you.

October 8, 2025

3

Oh, this was my first time with them, and they're the nicest people I ever met. They listened to what I had to say, and I appreciate it a lot. Thank you.

October 8, 2025

5

Dr. Parada is absolutely the best. After 3 years of pain and 3 different Dr's he found the problem and fixed it. Highly recommend him!!!!!

December 17, 2025

5

LOVE my doctor. Didn't love waiting 1 hour & 45 minutes to see him. I was asked to be at my appt by 10:15 for my 10:30 appt. My provider walked into the room at 11:55. After waiting that long, I'm annoyed. Just giving honest feed back. Thanks!

December 17, 2025

5

I have been a patient of Dr. Parada's for several years and have always been treated with respect and have gotten excellent care. I wouldn't want anyone else treating any shoulder problems but him. His staff is both friendly and professional. I highly recommend this practice site for anyone with shoulder issues.

December 4, 2025

5

Extremely professional and knowledgeable

December 4, 2025

5

From my heart, my doctor and his crew are the very best I've experienced in my sixty three years of my life, I know my body top to bottom however my doctor and his staff all know my body from top to bottom front to rear and inside out. If I were to transfer elsewhere in America to another practice I would never have the faith with them as I do now.

December 3, 2025

5

The young lady at the front desk was exceptionally polite and helpful. I forget her name but she sat in the middle spot. Everyone was very polite and pleasant and I am grateful!

November 27, 2025

5

Dr Parada is excellent. Julia is excellent. Desk ops and imaging scheduling leaves a LOT to be desired.

November 26, 2025

5

Doctor Parada and his staff always takes whatever time is needed to satisfy your health concerns. I never feel rushed to voice all of my concerns. Thank you for not making me feel like just another number.

November 21, 2025

5

Dr Parada is Caring and informative . He cares about patients and their pain

November 21, 2025

5

Dr. Parada is an excellent doctor and he communicates and cares about the patients very well.

November 14, 2025

5

Dr. Parada's listen to me and I believe that he was sincerely honest. And I believe that he wants the best for me.

November 12, 2025

5

Always a pleasure to visit this office!

November 12, 2025

5

The staff there is extremely knowledgeable and helpful

November 14, 2025

5

Caring and professional

November 6, 2025

5

The check in nurse for me on 11/03/25 had a great personality and showed great concern as she processed my intake visit information. Dr. Parada cares about his patients and puts 100% towards your questions and concerns to provide the best of care. He's an awesome orthopedic doctor. I'm so happy to have Dr. Parada as my surgeon for my right shoulder replacement which is scheduled for 11/11/25. Anna, the sports study coordinator expressed herself very well for concerns of your present condition and future achievements ahead. Julia, Dr. Parada's nurse was so pleasant and understanding. Overall, a phenomenal staff team that I felt privileged to have had the opportunity to be their patient. May God bless you all

November 6, 2025

5

I love being a patient at Wellstar because I always receive the care I need to live my best life. Thanks everyone:)

November 5, 2025

5

Excellent

October 29, 2025

5

Dr.Parada was thorough, and laird out my options. I felt like I was his only patient that day. His team (med student and resident) were equally compassionate and supportive.

October 29, 2025

5

It was good

October 29, 2025

5

Front office staff rates a 5/10. Laughing and talking with each other and not paying attention to patients at check in. Gossiping about weekend plans.

October 24, 2025

5

Dr Parada was amazing!

October 23, 2025

5

Dr. Parada is very professional and has an excellent bedside manner. Thank you.

October 24, 2025

5

I was extremely appreciative that Dr. Parada saw me as expeditiously as was humanly possible for an urgent assessment as to damage I may have caused my reverse shoulder prosthetic after a fall.

October 22, 2025

5

I have on four occasions recommended Dr Parada to my friends and nieghbours.

October 16, 2025

5

Great service, always so polite and knowledgeable

October 11, 2025

5

I had a very, very good doctor. He done a very good job and he was very kind and considerate. I would definitely want him to do more surgery on me or my family if I should do it.

October 11, 2025

5

Dr.Parada is a great doctor, he listens to all concerts and cares about his patients, he is very knowledgeable

October 8, 2025

5

I have had a terrible time trying to keep my personal insurance out of my workman's comp care. Terrible problems with billing and such. Billed my personal insurance for a workman's comp surgery and I am still getting personal bills for a Workers comp injury? Has not been corrected yet

October 8, 2025

5

Dr. Parada is absolutely outstanding. From the moment I walked in, he made me feel heard and understood. He took the time to carefully listen to my full history and concerns instead of rushing through the appointment. That alone made a huge difference. What impressed me most was the care plan he put together. It wasn't generic, it was thoughtful, clear, and personalized specifically to my situation. He explained every option, the risks and benefits, and made sure I felt confident moving forward. I left the appointment not only with answers, but with a real sense of direction and hope. After struggling for so long, it is such a relief to finally have a doctor who listens, cares, and creates an excellent treatment plan. I cannot recommend Dr. Parada enough.

October 3, 2025

5

Dr. Parada is absolutely the best. After 3 years of pain and 3 different Dr's he found the problem and fixed it. Highly recommend him!!!!!

December 17, 2025

5

LOVE my doctor. Didn't love waiting 1 hour & 45 minutes to see him. I was asked to be at my appt by 10:15 for my 10:30 appt. My provider walked into the room at 11:55. After waiting that long, I'm annoyed. Just giving honest feed back. Thanks!

December 17, 2025

5

I have been a patient of Dr. Parada's for several years and have always been treated with respect and have gotten excellent care. I wouldn't want anyone else treating any shoulder problems but him. His staff is both friendly and professional. I highly recommend this practice site for anyone with shoulder issues.

December 4, 2025

5

Extremely professional and knowledgeable

December 4, 2025

5

From my heart, my doctor and his crew are the very best I've experienced in my sixty three years of my life, I know my body top to bottom however my doctor and his staff all know my body from top to bottom front to rear and inside out. If I were to transfer elsewhere in America to another practice I would never have the faith with them as I do now.

December 3, 2025

5

The young lady at the front desk was exceptionally polite and helpful. I forget her name but she sat in the middle spot. Everyone was very polite and pleasant and I am grateful!

November 27, 2025

5

Dr Parada is excellent. Julia is excellent. Desk ops and imaging scheduling leaves a LOT to be desired.

November 26, 2025

5

Doctor Parada and his staff always takes whatever time is needed to satisfy your health concerns. I never feel rushed to voice all of my concerns. Thank you for not making me feel like just another number.

November 21, 2025

5

Dr Parada is Caring and informative . He cares about patients and their pain

November 21, 2025

5

The staff there is extremely knowledgeable and helpful

November 14, 2025

5

Dr. Parada is an excellent doctor and he communicates and cares about the patients very well.

November 14, 2025

5

Dr. Parada's listen to me and I believe that he was sincerely honest. And I believe that he wants the best for me.

November 12, 2025

5

Always a pleasure to visit this office!

November 12, 2025

5

Caring and professional

November 6, 2025

5

The check in nurse for me on 11/03/25 had a great personality and showed great concern as she processed my intake visit information. Dr. Parada cares about his patients and puts 100% towards your questions and concerns to provide the best of care. He's an awesome orthopedic doctor. I'm so happy to have Dr. Parada as my surgeon for my right shoulder replacement which is scheduled for 11/11/25. Anna, the sports study coordinator expressed herself very well for concerns of your present condition and future achievements ahead. Julia, Dr. Parada's nurse was so pleasant and understanding. Overall, a phenomenal staff team that I felt privileged to have had the opportunity to be their patient. May God bless you all

November 6, 2025

5

I love being a patient at Wellstar because I always receive the care I need to live my best life. Thanks everyone:)

November 5, 2025

5

Excellent

October 29, 2025

5

Dr.Parada was thorough, and laird out my options. I felt like I was his only patient that day. His team (med student and resident) were equally compassionate and supportive.

October 29, 2025

5

It was good

October 29, 2025

5

Dr. Parada is very professional and has an excellent bedside manner. Thank you.

October 24, 2025

5

Front office staff rates a 5/10. Laughing and talking with each other and not paying attention to patients at check in. Gossiping about weekend plans.

October 24, 2025

5

Dr Parada was amazing!

October 23, 2025

5

I was extremely appreciative that Dr. Parada saw me as expeditiously as was humanly possible for an urgent assessment as to damage I may have caused my reverse shoulder prosthetic after a fall.

October 22, 2025

5

I have on four occasions recommended Dr Parada to my friends and nieghbours.

October 16, 2025

5

Great service, always so polite and knowledgeable

October 11, 2025

5

I had a very, very good doctor. He done a very good job and he was very kind and considerate. I would definitely want him to do more surgery on me or my family if I should do it.

October 11, 2025

5

Dr.Parada is a great doctor, he listens to all concerts and cares about his patients, he is very knowledgeable

October 8, 2025

3

Oh, this was my first time with them, and they're the nicest people I ever met. They listened to what I had to say, and I appreciate it a lot. Thank you.

October 8, 2025

5

I have had a terrible time trying to keep my personal insurance out of my workman's comp care. Terrible problems with billing and such. Billed my personal insurance for a workman's comp surgery and I am still getting personal bills for a Workers comp injury? Has not been corrected yet

October 8, 2025

5

Dr. Parada is absolutely outstanding. From the moment I walked in, he made me feel heard and understood. He took the time to carefully listen to my full history and concerns instead of rushing through the appointment. That alone made a huge difference. What impressed me most was the care plan he put together. It wasn't generic, it was thoughtful, clear, and personalized specifically to my situation. He explained every option, the risks and benefits, and made sure I felt confident moving forward. I left the appointment not only with answers, but with a real sense of direction and hope. After struggling for so long, it is such a relief to finally have a doctor who listens, cares, and creates an excellent treatment plan. I cannot recommend Dr. Parada enough.

October 3, 2025

5

Dr. Parada is absolutely outstanding. From the moment I walked in, he made me feel heard and understood. He took the time to carefully listen to my full history and concerns instead of rushing through the appointment. That alone made a huge difference. What impressed me most was the care plan he put together. It wasn't generic, it was thoughtful, clear, and personalized specifically to my situation. He explained every option, the risks and benefits, and made sure I felt confident moving forward. I left the appointment not only with answers, but with a real sense of direction and hope. After struggling for so long, it is such a relief to finally have a doctor who listens, cares, and creates an excellent treatment plan. I cannot recommend Dr. Parada enough.

October 3, 2025

5

I have had a terrible time trying to keep my personal insurance out of my workman's comp care. Terrible problems with billing and such. Billed my personal insurance for a workman's comp surgery and I am still getting personal bills for a Workers comp injury? Has not been corrected yet

October 8, 2025

3

Oh, this was my first time with them, and they're the nicest people I ever met. They listened to what I had to say, and I appreciate it a lot. Thank you.

October 8, 2025

5

Dr.Parada is a great doctor, he listens to all concerts and cares about his patients, he is very knowledgeable

October 8, 2025

5

I had a very, very good doctor. He done a very good job and he was very kind and considerate. I would definitely want him to do more surgery on me or my family if I should do it.

October 11, 2025

5

Great service, always so polite and knowledgeable

October 11, 2025

5

I have on four occasions recommended Dr Parada to my friends and nieghbours.

October 16, 2025

5

I was extremely appreciative that Dr. Parada saw me as expeditiously as was humanly possible for an urgent assessment as to damage I may have caused my reverse shoulder prosthetic after a fall.

October 22, 2025

5

Dr Parada was amazing!

October 23, 2025

5

Front office staff rates a 5/10. Laughing and talking with each other and not paying attention to patients at check in. Gossiping about weekend plans.

October 24, 2025

5

Dr. Parada is very professional and has an excellent bedside manner. Thank you.

October 24, 2025

5

It was good

October 29, 2025

5

Dr.Parada was thorough, and laird out my options. I felt like I was his only patient that day. His team (med student and resident) were equally compassionate and supportive.

October 29, 2025

5

Excellent

October 29, 2025

5

I love being a patient at Wellstar because I always receive the care I need to live my best life. Thanks everyone:)

November 5, 2025

5

The check in nurse for me on 11/03/25 had a great personality and showed great concern as she processed my intake visit information. Dr. Parada cares about his patients and puts 100% towards your questions and concerns to provide the best of care. He's an awesome orthopedic doctor. I'm so happy to have Dr. Parada as my surgeon for my right shoulder replacement which is scheduled for 11/11/25. Anna, the sports study coordinator expressed herself very well for concerns of your present condition and future achievements ahead. Julia, Dr. Parada's nurse was so pleasant and understanding. Overall, a phenomenal staff team that I felt privileged to have had the opportunity to be their patient. May God bless you all

November 6, 2025

5

Caring and professional

November 6, 2025

5

Always a pleasure to visit this office!

November 12, 2025

5

Dr. Parada's listen to me and I believe that he was sincerely honest. And I believe that he wants the best for me.

November 12, 2025

5

Dr. Parada is an excellent doctor and he communicates and cares about the patients very well.

November 14, 2025

5

The staff there is extremely knowledgeable and helpful

November 14, 2025

5

Dr Parada is Caring and informative . He cares about patients and their pain

November 21, 2025

5

Doctor Parada and his staff always takes whatever time is needed to satisfy your health concerns. I never feel rushed to voice all of my concerns. Thank you for not making me feel like just another number.

November 21, 2025

5

Dr Parada is excellent. Julia is excellent. Desk ops and imaging scheduling leaves a LOT to be desired.

November 26, 2025

5

The young lady at the front desk was exceptionally polite and helpful. I forget her name but she sat in the middle spot. Everyone was very polite and pleasant and I am grateful!

November 27, 2025

5

From my heart, my doctor and his crew are the very best I've experienced in my sixty three years of my life, I know my body top to bottom however my doctor and his staff all know my body from top to bottom front to rear and inside out. If I were to transfer elsewhere in America to another practice I would never have the faith with them as I do now.

December 3, 2025

5

Extremely professional and knowledgeable

December 4, 2025

5

I have been a patient of Dr. Parada's for several years and have always been treated with respect and have gotten excellent care. I wouldn't want anyone else treating any shoulder problems but him. His staff is both friendly and professional. I highly recommend this practice site for anyone with shoulder issues.

December 4, 2025

5

LOVE my doctor. Didn't love waiting 1 hour & 45 minutes to see him. I was asked to be at my appt by 10:15 for my 10:30 appt. My provider walked into the room at 11:55. After waiting that long, I'm annoyed. Just giving honest feed back. Thanks!

December 17, 2025

5

Dr. Parada is absolutely the best. After 3 years of pain and 3 different Dr's he found the problem and fixed it. Highly recommend him!!!!!

December 17, 2025

Stephen Parada, MD
Orthopedic Surgeon affiliated with Wellstar since 2016
Rating
4.7
Specialties
Orthopedic Surgery
Education
Doctor of Medicine
Medical School
Wright State University School of Medicine
Residency
Madigan Army Medical Center
Fellowship
Harvard Pilgrim Health Care, Inc.
Certifications
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
Spoken Languages
English
Hospital Affiliations
Wellstar MCG Health Medical Center
Office Locations
www.wellstar.org/physicians/stephen-parada-md
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