Robert R Comerford
Robert R Comerford

Robert R Comerford, MD

Orthopedic Surgery

4.8 - 371 Ratings

Emory at LaGrange - Orthopedics & Sports Medicine

1805 Vernon Road, Lagrange, GA 30240

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About

Dr. Robert Comerford was born and raised in Macon, Georgia. He attended Chipola Junior College where he completed his pre-medical school studies. He earned his BS degree from Florida State University, and his MD from the University of Florida. He joined the Southern Orthopedics team in 1994. Dr. Comerford is an active staff member of the West Georgia Health System and the Emory at LaGrange Surgery Center. He has served as president of the Medical Staff at West Georgia Health Systems from 1994 to present, and as a State Representative of the Troup County Medical Society from 2007 to 2010.
EXPERIENCE
Dr. Comerford completed his post-graduate medical training at the University of Virginia in Charlottesville, Virginia. His training included an internship in General Surgery and a Residency in Orthopedic Surgery.
CERTIFICATION
Dr. Comerford obtained Board Certification in Orthopedic Surgery by the American Board of Orthopedic Surgery in 1997 and was recertified in 2006. Dr. Comerford is a member of the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgery, the American Board of Orthopedic Surgery, the American College of Surgeons, the American Medical Association, the Georgia Orthopaedic Society, the Medical Association of Georgia, the Troup County Medical Society, the Southern Orthopaedic Association and the Southern Medical Association.
SPECIALIZATION
Dr. Comerford performs all aspects of general orthopedics and has a special interest in spine and sports medicine.

Languages

  • English

Emory Affiliation

  • Emory Healthcare Network
  • Emory Physician Group Practice

Year Started Practicing

  • 1994

Locations

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Ratings & Reviews

4.8 out of 5 overall rating 371 ratings

The Patient Satisfaction Rating is an average of all responses to the care provider related questions shown below from our survey. Patients that are treated in outpatient or hospital environments may receive different surveys, and the volume of responses will vary by question.

4.8 Provider showed concern
4.8 Provider explained things clearly
4.8 Provider discussed treatment options
4.8 Provider included you in decisions
4.8 Likelihood of recommending this provider
5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2026-03-27

Have seen this doctor and staff for over thirty years.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2026-03-18

Always know I will receive help when I come here and I have recommended my family and friends to come here.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2026-03-08

From start to finish excellent.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2026-03-06

Great experience

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2026-03-05

Dr. Comerford is excellent! Took time to explain the injury and treatment path forward.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2026-03-04

Dr. Comerford was Great! Thanks to him for seeing me.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2026-02-18

I was told of things that I would benefit from now & in the future.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2026-02-13

Dr. Comerford was amazing and very thorough.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2026-02-06

No compliance whatsoever the doctor was excellent knowledgeable, friendly and caring

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2026-02-06

1st time seeing Dr. Comerford but can say probably the best dr experience I ever had

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2026-02-06

Always great

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2026-02-05

Dr Commerford was very detailed with the exam and resolved the problem

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2026-01-16

All good

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-12-29

Dr. Comerford is an excellent ortho MD. He is kind and understanding . I felt like he really wanted me to feel better asap

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-12-24

Great for every one

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-12-19

Super

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-12-19

Covered all the questions

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-12-17

Very attentive to our needs.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-12-14

Dr Comerford is likable and knowledgeable.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-12-05

Everything was discussed, questions were answered. Professional, understanding , caring and knowledgeable. Felt staff , dr discussed everything necessary,detailed as much as possible.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-11-26

All good

4 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-11-23

He couldn't help because he no longer does the type of surgery I need to have. I feel that I wasted a trip and now have to go to a Dr in Atlanta and no one has reached out to schedule.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-11-19

Excellent bed side manner. Maintain good eye contact and listening skills which is rare these days.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-11-19

Excellent!

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-11-12

They were very known and helpful.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-11-05

I would recommend Family And friends.

4 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-10-28

GOOD SERVICES

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-09-20

Had a good experience

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-09-12

Care was excellent

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-09-12

Good

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-08-20

Dr. Comerford was excellent. Helpful, courteous and answered all my questions.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-07-11

Dr Comerford was excellent

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-05-23

Good

3 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-05-14

He was only interested in what he could do for me right then. Wasn't concerned about my problems as a whole.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-05-14

The doctor easily explained what needed to be done, in order to help.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-05-09

Dr. Doh and Dr. Comerford are excellent doctors. They explained everything very good

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-05-09

Dr. Cumerford showed concern for my condition and thoroughly explained my options. I would definitely recommend him.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-05-02

Very surprised that even though it was a Worker's Comp case the Dr clearly was concerned about my condition and trying to improve it.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-04-23

Very kind. He discussed every option with him me.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-04-09

Very nice Doctor

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-04-09

Would recommend to anyone

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-03-28

Good experience

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-03-12

I would not use any other orthopedic care any where else.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-03-12

I was very satisfied with the services provided and would gladly recommend you to anyone

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-02-26

Good

4 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-02-26

Good

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-01-03

Great Dr

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-11-13

Every one was very nice

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-11-13

Extremely knowledgeable,professional and kind and caring.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-11-10

As always Dr Comerford was excellent!

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-10-30

Great

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-08-21

Very good

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-08-21

Doctor Commerford is the best will always use him when necessary

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-08-18

Really liked Dr. Cumerford showed compassion and expertise

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-08-16

Good

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-08-14

Very good

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-08-09

Dr. Comerford is the best! Very professional and knowledgeable! Thank you sir for all your continued help and support!!

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-08-09

Great,great experience. He handle my care with much concern.

4 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-08-02

Ok

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-07-26

I had a great experience with the entire staff.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-07-17

Dr. Comerford explain everything in details to me and was very nice. I would recommend him to my family and friends

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-06-21

I will definitely tell people about my experience and how good everyone was.

4 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-06-21

The RN was good and Doctor was to

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-06-19

Dr. Comerford explained all treatment options. Then suggested a treatment. I agreed and we went from there. Great experience.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-06-15

Overall Excellent

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-06-11

Everything was great

Credentials

Education

  • Residency: Univ of Virginia Medical Ctr, Orthopaedic Surgery, 1994
  • Internship: Univ of Virginia Medical Ctr, General Surgery, 1990
  • Medical Education: University of Florida College of Medicine, MD, 1988

Board Certifications

  • Orthopaedic Surgery, American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery, 1997