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Timothy Oswald, MD is a board-certified pediatric orthopedic surgeon. He combines his love of medicine, his passion for children’s health and development, and his intellectual drive to improve patient outcomes through pioneering research in his practice. Dr Oswald has over 20 years’ experience in Atlanta and has performed over 15000 pediatric orthopedic procedures and over 3000 pediatric spine surgeries. He is nationally and internationally active in research, education and innovation.
Specialties
Pediatric Orthopedic Surgery
Education & Training
University of Florida College of Medicine
Certifications
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
Hospital Affiliations
Wellstar Kennestone Hospital
Wellstar Windy Hill Hospital
Wellstar Paulding Hospital
Languages spoken
English
German
Spanish
Patient Reviews
Overall patient rating
4.7
4.7
Based on 239 patient ratings
I'd recommend this provider to family and friends
4.80
Listened to me carefully
4.77
Shared the right amount of information
4.66
Earned my trust
4.65
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Patient Reviews
5
Dr Oswald is wonderful. The team in Kennesaw was fabulous. The scheduling team....didn't bother to tell me that the appointment was in Kennesaw, not Towne Lake. What should have been an hour, became a 3.5 hour ordeal. Wellstar is just too big. I only attend this practice because of the Dr. I wish it wasn't a Wellstar practice.
May 24, 2023
5
We loved meeting the PA today. She was wonderful. She listened to everything I said and answered all my questions. I hope she stays at the practice with Dr Oswald.
May 20, 2023
5
Very pediatric centered. Both myself and my son felt very comfortable.
May 20, 2023
5
Very nice assistant to the doctor - she was great!
May 18, 2023
5
Great customer service!!! Extremely attentive and very patient with my child.
May 17, 2023
5
Dr.Oswald saved my life when i was 15 he did my scoliosis and kyphosis surgery it's the reason he now is seeing my son to keep a check on him from genetics.
May 7, 2023
5
Dr Oswald was great put my child at ease The staff was courteous I was seen on time for my appointment Overall a great experience
May 5, 2023
3
Office itself is in need of a facelift. Rooms were dingy and didn't feel particularly clean or sanitary. Staff was friendly and professional. Wait times were extremely long.
May 5, 2023
4
Everything was great, great experience. To doctor was great, very helpful. He related very well to the children. Only thing was the wait, time was long after I was seen in. ...They did..., they took in the triage the wait time was long. I was sitting in the back 45 minutes to an hour. That was my only complete. Everything else was great. He gets on the children's level so, they can understand it. He's very thorough. It was great. The staff is great. Everyone was courteous and friendly.
May 3, 2023
5
I felt great relief after taking with the Dr. He explained and answered my questions. Thanks
April 30, 2023
5
Wonderful group of professionals
April 29, 2023
5
Dr. Oswald was very knowledgeable and patient..He took time to address all my questions and concerns. I would reccomend him to my family and friends..
April 28, 2023
5
Everyone there is so very nice! Dr. Oswald is very knowledgeable and very kind. At every visit our needs are met and we are in and out very quick. We travel 4 hours away just to see Dr. Oswald and it is worth every mile.
April 23, 2023
4
Dr. Oswald is an amazing doctor and takes his time with his patients and knows the best care and treatment for my child but the scheduling is ridiculous and it has changed since going to wellstar back in November. So that's something to take into consideration you need to get the scheduling correct so that the doctor can see his previous patients and take in new ones as well .
April 17, 2023
5
Thank you Dr. Oswald! Thank you for caring for our son!!!!
April 15, 2023
5
This was not my first time and will always come back as needed.
April 15, 2023
5
Ok
April 12, 2023
5
Timothy Oswald is a very good orthopedic doctor. He's also very caring. My son has been a patient of his for some years now. I wouldn't have it no other way! He's awesome! The only issue I have is it's very difficult trying to do a Telehealth video appt. And this is not Dr. Oswald's fault. I think it's Wellstar's system. But it's something that needs to be brought to someone's attention & needs to be fixed.
April 5, 2023
4
Very speedy appt
March 29, 2023
5
Dr Oswald was awesome and I feel confident that he will be able to help us with my daughter's ankle issue
March 29, 2023
5
Excellent
March 27, 2023
5
Friendly staff and very knowledgeable
March 25, 2023
4
The nurse seemed despondent when I tried discussing with her why we couldn't afford to follow up on care last year. When I told her I had to choose between an orthopedic and an urology visit, she made a comment that the visits "are worth it". I felt like she was implying I should have found the money somewhere to keep up with the visits. She also did not introduce herself with her name and ushered me to X-ray - all before seeing the doctor.
March 22, 2023
5
Dr Oswald and everyone we came in contact with at todays visit was amazing.
March 18, 2023
5
Excellent doctor, very kind and took very good care of my child. 100% recommended
March 15, 2023
5
That personality is very friendly.
March 8, 2023
5
I really appreciate this provider's empathy, and compassion, but also that he is quite an expert, a world renowned expert in what he does.
March 1, 2023
5
Dr. Oswald has been so good to us in the past with our daughter & now with our son.
February 26, 2023
5
Amazing experience! Great care in a timely fashion!
February 28, 2023
5
Dr. Oswald was very caring about my situation and I appreciate that when it comes to my care. He's the first doctor that I have felt has truly listened to me about this specific problem I've been having and actually guided me in the right direction for what could be best for my care unlike many other doctors that I have seen.
February 26, 2023
5
Dr Oswald is wonderful. The team in Kennesaw was fabulous. The scheduling team....didn't bother to tell me that the appointment was in Kennesaw, not Towne Lake. What should have been an hour, became a 3.5 hour ordeal. Wellstar is just too big. I only attend this practice because of the Dr. I wish it wasn't a Wellstar practice.
May 24, 2023
5
We loved meeting the PA today. She was wonderful. She listened to everything I said and answered all my questions. I hope she stays at the practice with Dr Oswald.
May 20, 2023
5
Very pediatric centered. Both myself and my son felt very comfortable.
May 20, 2023
5
Very nice assistant to the doctor - she was great!
May 18, 2023
5
Great customer service!!! Extremely attentive and very patient with my child.
May 17, 2023
5
Dr.Oswald saved my life when i was 15 he did my scoliosis and kyphosis surgery it's the reason he now is seeing my son to keep a check on him from genetics.
May 7, 2023
5
Dr Oswald was great put my child at ease The staff was courteous I was seen on time for my appointment Overall a great experience
May 5, 2023
5
I felt great relief after taking with the Dr. He explained and answered my questions. Thanks
April 30, 2023
5
Wonderful group of professionals
April 29, 2023
5
Dr. Oswald was very knowledgeable and patient..He took time to address all my questions and concerns. I would reccomend him to my family and friends..
April 28, 2023
5
Everyone there is so very nice! Dr. Oswald is very knowledgeable and very kind. At every visit our needs are met and we are in and out very quick. We travel 4 hours away just to see Dr. Oswald and it is worth every mile.
April 23, 2023
5
Thank you Dr. Oswald! Thank you for caring for our son!!!!
April 15, 2023
5
This was not my first time and will always come back as needed.
April 15, 2023
5
Ok
April 12, 2023
5
Timothy Oswald is a very good orthopedic doctor. He's also very caring. My son has been a patient of his for some years now. I wouldn't have it no other way! He's awesome! The only issue I have is it's very difficult trying to do a Telehealth video appt. And this is not Dr. Oswald's fault. I think it's Wellstar's system. But it's something that needs to be brought to someone's attention & needs to be fixed.
April 5, 2023
5
Dr Oswald was awesome and I feel confident that he will be able to help us with my daughter's ankle issue
March 29, 2023
5
Excellent
March 27, 2023
5
Friendly staff and very knowledgeable
March 25, 2023
5
Dr Oswald and everyone we came in contact with at todays visit was amazing.
March 18, 2023
5
Excellent doctor, very kind and took very good care of my child. 100% recommended
March 15, 2023
5
That personality is very friendly.
March 8, 2023
5
I really appreciate this provider's empathy, and compassion, but also that he is quite an expert, a world renowned expert in what he does.
March 1, 2023
5
Dr. Oswald has been so good to us in the past with our daughter & now with our son.
February 26, 2023
5
Amazing experience! Great care in a timely fashion!
February 28, 2023
5
Dr. Oswald was very caring about my situation and I appreciate that when it comes to my care. He's the first doctor that I have felt has truly listened to me about this specific problem I've been having and actually guided me in the right direction for what could be best for my care unlike many other doctors that I have seen.
February 26, 2023
4
Everything was great, great experience. To doctor was great, very helpful. He related very well to the children. Only thing was the wait, time was long after I was seen in. ...They did..., they took in the triage the wait time was long. I was sitting in the back 45 minutes to an hour. That was my only complete. Everything else was great. He gets on the children's level so, they can understand it. He's very thorough. It was great. The staff is great. Everyone was courteous and friendly.
May 3, 2023
4
Dr. Oswald is an amazing doctor and takes his time with his patients and knows the best care and treatment for my child but the scheduling is ridiculous and it has changed since going to wellstar back in November. So that's something to take into consideration you need to get the scheduling correct so that the doctor can see his previous patients and take in new ones as well .
April 17, 2023
4
Very speedy appt
March 29, 2023
4
The nurse seemed despondent when I tried discussing with her why we couldn't afford to follow up on care last year. When I told her I had to choose between an orthopedic and an urology visit, she made a comment that the visits "are worth it". I felt like she was implying I should have found the money somewhere to keep up with the visits. She also did not introduce herself with her name and ushered me to X-ray - all before seeing the doctor.
March 22, 2023
3
Office itself is in need of a facelift. Rooms were dingy and didn't feel particularly clean or sanitary. Staff was friendly and professional. Wait times were extremely long.
May 5, 2023
3
Office itself is in need of a facelift. Rooms were dingy and didn't feel particularly clean or sanitary. Staff was friendly and professional. Wait times were extremely long.
May 5, 2023
4
Everything was great, great experience. To doctor was great, very helpful. He related very well to the children. Only thing was the wait, time was long after I was seen in. ...They did..., they took in the triage the wait time was long. I was sitting in the back 45 minutes to an hour. That was my only complete. Everything else was great. He gets on the children's level so, they can understand it. He's very thorough. It was great. The staff is great. Everyone was courteous and friendly.
May 3, 2023
4
Dr. Oswald is an amazing doctor and takes his time with his patients and knows the best care and treatment for my child but the scheduling is ridiculous and it has changed since going to wellstar back in November. So that's something to take into consideration you need to get the scheduling correct so that the doctor can see his previous patients and take in new ones as well .
April 17, 2023
4
Very speedy appt
March 29, 2023
4
The nurse seemed despondent when I tried discussing with her why we couldn't afford to follow up on care last year. When I told her I had to choose between an orthopedic and an urology visit, she made a comment that the visits "are worth it". I felt like she was implying I should have found the money somewhere to keep up with the visits. She also did not introduce herself with her name and ushered me to X-ray - all before seeing the doctor.
March 22, 2023
5
Dr Oswald is wonderful. The team in Kennesaw was fabulous. The scheduling team....didn't bother to tell me that the appointment was in Kennesaw, not Towne Lake. What should have been an hour, became a 3.5 hour ordeal. Wellstar is just too big. I only attend this practice because of the Dr. I wish it wasn't a Wellstar practice.
May 24, 2023
5
We loved meeting the PA today. She was wonderful. She listened to everything I said and answered all my questions. I hope she stays at the practice with Dr Oswald.
May 20, 2023
5
Very pediatric centered. Both myself and my son felt very comfortable.
May 20, 2023
5
Very nice assistant to the doctor - she was great!
May 18, 2023
5
Great customer service!!! Extremely attentive and very patient with my child.
May 17, 2023
5
Dr.Oswald saved my life when i was 15 he did my scoliosis and kyphosis surgery it's the reason he now is seeing my son to keep a check on him from genetics.
May 7, 2023
5
Dr Oswald was great put my child at ease The staff was courteous I was seen on time for my appointment Overall a great experience
May 5, 2023
5
I felt great relief after taking with the Dr. He explained and answered my questions. Thanks
April 30, 2023
5
Wonderful group of professionals
April 29, 2023
5
Dr. Oswald was very knowledgeable and patient..He took time to address all my questions and concerns. I would reccomend him to my family and friends..
April 28, 2023
5
Everyone there is so very nice! Dr. Oswald is very knowledgeable and very kind. At every visit our needs are met and we are in and out very quick. We travel 4 hours away just to see Dr. Oswald and it is worth every mile.
April 23, 2023
5
Thank you Dr. Oswald! Thank you for caring for our son!!!!
April 15, 2023
5
This was not my first time and will always come back as needed.
April 15, 2023
5
Ok
April 12, 2023
5
Timothy Oswald is a very good orthopedic doctor. He's also very caring. My son has been a patient of his for some years now. I wouldn't have it no other way! He's awesome! The only issue I have is it's very difficult trying to do a Telehealth video appt. And this is not Dr. Oswald's fault. I think it's Wellstar's system. But it's something that needs to be brought to someone's attention & needs to be fixed.
April 5, 2023
5
Dr Oswald was awesome and I feel confident that he will be able to help us with my daughter's ankle issue
March 29, 2023
5
Excellent
March 27, 2023
5
Friendly staff and very knowledgeable
March 25, 2023
5
Dr Oswald and everyone we came in contact with at todays visit was amazing.
March 18, 2023
5
Excellent doctor, very kind and took very good care of my child. 100% recommended
March 15, 2023
5
That personality is very friendly.
March 8, 2023
5
I really appreciate this provider's empathy, and compassion, but also that he is quite an expert, a world renowned expert in what he does.
March 1, 2023
5
Dr. Oswald has been so good to us in the past with our daughter & now with our son.
February 26, 2023
5
Amazing experience! Great care in a timely fashion!
February 28, 2023
5
Dr. Oswald was very caring about my situation and I appreciate that when it comes to my care. He's the first doctor that I have felt has truly listened to me about this specific problem I've been having and actually guided me in the right direction for what could be best for my care unlike many other doctors that I have seen.
February 26, 2023
5
Dr Oswald is wonderful. The team in Kennesaw was fabulous. The scheduling team....didn't bother to tell me that the appointment was in Kennesaw, not Towne Lake. What should have been an hour, became a 3.5 hour ordeal. Wellstar is just too big. I only attend this practice because of the Dr. I wish it wasn't a Wellstar practice.
May 24, 2023
5
We loved meeting the PA today. She was wonderful. She listened to everything I said and answered all my questions. I hope she stays at the practice with Dr Oswald.
May 20, 2023
5
Very pediatric centered. Both myself and my son felt very comfortable.
May 20, 2023
5
Very nice assistant to the doctor - she was great!
May 18, 2023
5
Great customer service!!! Extremely attentive and very patient with my child.
May 17, 2023
5
Dr.Oswald saved my life when i was 15 he did my scoliosis and kyphosis surgery it's the reason he now is seeing my son to keep a check on him from genetics.
May 7, 2023
5
Dr Oswald was great put my child at ease The staff was courteous I was seen on time for my appointment Overall a great experience
May 5, 2023
3
Office itself is in need of a facelift. Rooms were dingy and didn't feel particularly clean or sanitary. Staff was friendly and professional. Wait times were extremely long.
May 5, 2023
4
Everything was great, great experience. To doctor was great, very helpful. He related very well to the children. Only thing was the wait, time was long after I was seen in. ...They did..., they took in the triage the wait time was long. I was sitting in the back 45 minutes to an hour. That was my only complete. Everything else was great. He gets on the children's level so, they can understand it. He's very thorough. It was great. The staff is great. Everyone was courteous and friendly.
May 3, 2023
5
I felt great relief after taking with the Dr. He explained and answered my questions. Thanks
April 30, 2023
5
Wonderful group of professionals
April 29, 2023
5
Dr. Oswald was very knowledgeable and patient..He took time to address all my questions and concerns. I would reccomend him to my family and friends..
April 28, 2023
5
Everyone there is so very nice! Dr. Oswald is very knowledgeable and very kind. At every visit our needs are met and we are in and out very quick. We travel 4 hours away just to see Dr. Oswald and it is worth every mile.
April 23, 2023
4
Dr. Oswald is an amazing doctor and takes his time with his patients and knows the best care and treatment for my child but the scheduling is ridiculous and it has changed since going to wellstar back in November. So that's something to take into consideration you need to get the scheduling correct so that the doctor can see his previous patients and take in new ones as well .
April 17, 2023
5
Thank you Dr. Oswald! Thank you for caring for our son!!!!
April 15, 2023
5
This was not my first time and will always come back as needed.
April 15, 2023
5
Ok
April 12, 2023
5
Timothy Oswald is a very good orthopedic doctor. He's also very caring. My son has been a patient of his for some years now. I wouldn't have it no other way! He's awesome! The only issue I have is it's very difficult trying to do a Telehealth video appt. And this is not Dr. Oswald's fault. I think it's Wellstar's system. But it's something that needs to be brought to someone's attention & needs to be fixed.
April 5, 2023
4
Very speedy appt
March 29, 2023
5
Dr Oswald was awesome and I feel confident that he will be able to help us with my daughter's ankle issue
March 29, 2023
5
Excellent
March 27, 2023
5
Friendly staff and very knowledgeable
March 25, 2023
4
The nurse seemed despondent when I tried discussing with her why we couldn't afford to follow up on care last year. When I told her I had to choose between an orthopedic and an urology visit, she made a comment that the visits "are worth it". I felt like she was implying I should have found the money somewhere to keep up with the visits. She also did not introduce herself with her name and ushered me to X-ray - all before seeing the doctor.
March 22, 2023
5
Dr Oswald and everyone we came in contact with at todays visit was amazing.
March 18, 2023
5
Excellent doctor, very kind and took very good care of my child. 100% recommended
March 15, 2023
5
That personality is very friendly.
March 8, 2023
5
I really appreciate this provider's empathy, and compassion, but also that he is quite an expert, a world renowned expert in what he does.
March 1, 2023
5
Amazing experience! Great care in a timely fashion!
February 28, 2023
5
Dr. Oswald has been so good to us in the past with our daughter & now with our son.
February 26, 2023
5
Dr. Oswald was very caring about my situation and I appreciate that when it comes to my care. He's the first doctor that I have felt has truly listened to me about this specific problem I've been having and actually guided me in the right direction for what could be best for my care unlike many other doctors that I have seen.
February 26, 2023
5
Dr. Oswald was very caring about my situation and I appreciate that when it comes to my care. He's the first doctor that I have felt has truly listened to me about this specific problem I've been having and actually guided me in the right direction for what could be best for my care unlike many other doctors that I have seen.
February 26, 2023
5
Dr. Oswald has been so good to us in the past with our daughter & now with our son.
February 26, 2023
5
Amazing experience! Great care in a timely fashion!
February 28, 2023
5
I really appreciate this provider's empathy, and compassion, but also that he is quite an expert, a world renowned expert in what he does.
March 1, 2023
5
That personality is very friendly.
March 8, 2023
5
Excellent doctor, very kind and took very good care of my child. 100% recommended
March 15, 2023
5
Dr Oswald and everyone we came in contact with at todays visit was amazing.
March 18, 2023
4
The nurse seemed despondent when I tried discussing with her why we couldn't afford to follow up on care last year. When I told her I had to choose between an orthopedic and an urology visit, she made a comment that the visits "are worth it". I felt like she was implying I should have found the money somewhere to keep up with the visits. She also did not introduce herself with her name and ushered me to X-ray - all before seeing the doctor.
March 22, 2023
5
Friendly staff and very knowledgeable
March 25, 2023
5
Excellent
March 27, 2023
5
Dr Oswald was awesome and I feel confident that he will be able to help us with my daughter's ankle issue
March 29, 2023
4
Very speedy appt
March 29, 2023
5
Timothy Oswald is a very good orthopedic doctor. He's also very caring. My son has been a patient of his for some years now. I wouldn't have it no other way! He's awesome! The only issue I have is it's very difficult trying to do a Telehealth video appt. And this is not Dr. Oswald's fault. I think it's Wellstar's system. But it's something that needs to be brought to someone's attention & needs to be fixed.
April 5, 2023
5
Ok
April 12, 2023
5
This was not my first time and will always come back as needed.
April 15, 2023
5
Thank you Dr. Oswald! Thank you for caring for our son!!!!
April 15, 2023
4
Dr. Oswald is an amazing doctor and takes his time with his patients and knows the best care and treatment for my child but the scheduling is ridiculous and it has changed since going to wellstar back in November. So that's something to take into consideration you need to get the scheduling correct so that the doctor can see his previous patients and take in new ones as well .
April 17, 2023
5
Everyone there is so very nice! Dr. Oswald is very knowledgeable and very kind. At every visit our needs are met and we are in and out very quick. We travel 4 hours away just to see Dr. Oswald and it is worth every mile.
April 23, 2023
5
Dr. Oswald was very knowledgeable and patient..He took time to address all my questions and concerns. I would reccomend him to my family and friends..
April 28, 2023
5
Wonderful group of professionals
April 29, 2023
5
I felt great relief after taking with the Dr. He explained and answered my questions. Thanks
April 30, 2023
4
Everything was great, great experience. To doctor was great, very helpful. He related very well to the children. Only thing was the wait, time was long after I was seen in. ...They did..., they took in the triage the wait time was long. I was sitting in the back 45 minutes to an hour. That was my only complete. Everything else was great. He gets on the children's level so, they can understand it. He's very thorough. It was great. The staff is great. Everyone was courteous and friendly.
May 3, 2023
3
Office itself is in need of a facelift. Rooms were dingy and didn't feel particularly clean or sanitary. Staff was friendly and professional. Wait times were extremely long.
May 5, 2023
5
Dr Oswald was great put my child at ease The staff was courteous I was seen on time for my appointment Overall a great experience
May 5, 2023
5
Dr.Oswald saved my life when i was 15 he did my scoliosis and kyphosis surgery it's the reason he now is seeing my son to keep a check on him from genetics.
May 7, 2023
5
Great customer service!!! Extremely attentive and very patient with my child.
May 17, 2023
5
Very nice assistant to the doctor - she was great!
May 18, 2023
5
Very pediatric centered. Both myself and my son felt very comfortable.
May 20, 2023
5
We loved meeting the PA today. She was wonderful. She listened to everything I said and answered all my questions. I hope she stays at the practice with Dr Oswald.
May 20, 2023
5
Dr Oswald is wonderful. The team in Kennesaw was fabulous. The scheduling team....didn't bother to tell me that the appointment was in Kennesaw, not Towne Lake. What should have been an hour, became a 3.5 hour ordeal. Wellstar is just too big. I only attend this practice because of the Dr. I wish it wasn't a Wellstar practice.
May 24, 2023
Publications and Articles
Comfortably Treating Scoliosis with 3D-Printed Braces
Did you know that Wellstar Pediatric Orthopedics offers innovative bracing options if your child has scoliosis? One of those options is 3D-printed braces, which are tailored to the patient’s body shape, size and spine curvature.
To make the custom braces, a 3D scan is made in the provider’s office, then the brace is 3D printed. The advantage of 3D printing is that due to the architectural design multiple reliefs in the brace can be made, which allows for more comfort, durability and correction.
“We have had excellent outcomes with patient compliance in curve correction using 3D bracing and are monitoring long-term results,” Wellstar Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon Dr. Timothy Oswald said. “We have made so much progress as a whole as to how we treat scoliosis.”
Bracing for scoliosis has been around for hundreds of years, starting with an iron brace introduced by Andre Pare in the 1700s. In the 1950s, bracing became more popular for treatment of scoliosis with the introduction of the Milwaukee brace, which includes a neck ring with rests for the chin and the back of the head. Unfortunately, the results were poor, with continued progression of the curve and significant effect on the psychosocial development of the teenager. Currently, the only retrospective evidence-based braces available are the Boston brace and nighttime bending brace. These are rigid braces that are mapped according to X-ray parameters for scoliosis correction.
Using a 3D-printed brace is more comfortable for patients because they are lighter than traditional ones and offer more personalized care, with the brace customized for each patient. Since the braces feel less cumbersome, patients are more likely to wear them regularly—leading to better results in treating the spine curvature.
The 3D-mapping technology provided by Wellstar Pediatric Orthopedics can also be applied to bracing of the arms and legs. The goal is to offer more nonsurgical options and support the psychosocial development of every teenager.
To learn more or make an appointment with Wellstar Pediatric Orthopedics, visit wellstar.org/pedsortho.
