Board-Certified Orthopaedic Surgeon
Dr. Ronald Jacob Mitchell is a board-certified orthopaedic surgeon with advanced fellowship training in hand and upper extremity surgery. He provides comprehensive care for patients with conditions and injuries affecting the shoulder, elbow, arm, wrist, and hand.
Dr. Mitchell brings more than a decade of experience caring for patients with complex musculoskeletal injuries. Before joining Center for Sports Medicine & Orthopaedics, he served as an orthopaedic surgeon and department head in the United States Navy, where his military career took him from North Carolina to Naples, Italy, and Afghanistan. His experience included providing care in both advanced medical centers and austere combat environments. He received numerous military commendations, including the Navy Commendation Medal with combat “C” device.
In addition to his clinical training, Dr. Mitchell earned an MBA from the University of North Carolina’s Kenan-Flagler Business School. His research has been published in leading orthopaedic and sports medicine journals, with a focus on innovative surgical techniques and outcomes for athletes. He is dedicated to helping patients regain function and return to the activities they enjoy most.
- Hand and wrist surgery
- Endoscopic carpal tunnel release
- Total wrist replacement
- Hand and wrist arthritis
- Fracture care
- Nerve compression conditions
- Sports-related injuries
- Ligament and tendon injuries
- Shoulder conditions and injuries
- Elbow conditions and injuries
- Upper-extremity reconstruction
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
Dr. Mitchell is board-certified in Orthopaedic Surgery.
Medical School
Tulane University School of Medicine
Doctor of Medicine
Orthopaedic Surgery Residency
Houston Methodist Hospital
Orthopaedic Surgery Residency
Following residency, Dr. Mitchell served as a staff surgeon and department head in the United States Navy.
Master of Business Administration
University of North Carolina
Kenan-Flagler Business School
Master of Business Administration
Dr. Mitchell earned his MBA as part of his commitment to advancing healthcare delivery and patient safety.
Fellowship
Hand & Upper Extremity Surgery
Florida Orthopaedic Institute
Dr. Mitchell completed advanced fellowship training in hand and upper extremity surgery at the Florida Orthopaedic Institute, gaining specialized expertise in conditions and injuries affecting the hand, wrist, elbow, arm, and shoulder.
Military Service – United States Navy
Dr. Mitchell served as an orthopaedic surgeon and department head in the United States Navy. His service included assignments in North Carolina, Naples, Italy, and Afghanistan, where he provided care in both advanced medical centers and austere combat environments.
For his military service, Dr. Mitchell received numerous commendations, including the Navy Commendation Medal with combat “C” device.
- American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons
- Professional organizations related to hand and upper-extremity surgery
- Center for Sports Medicine & Orthopaedics – McCallie Office
- Center for Sports Medicine & Orthopaedics – Gunbarrel Office
Dr. Mitchell maintains privileges at Center for Sports Medicine & Orthopaedic Surgery Center, Parkridge Medical Center, Parkridge East Hospital and CommonSpirit – Memorial.
Schedule an Appointment with Dr. Mitchell
If you are experiencing persistent hand, wrist, elbow, or shoulder pain, numbness, stiffness, weakness, a fracture, nerve compression, or a sports-related upper-extremity injury, Dr. Mitchell can evaluate your condition and discuss appropriate treatment options.
Schedule an appointment with Dr. Ronald Jacob Mitchell at Center for Sports Medicine & Orthopaedics.
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