MEET OUR
TEAM
At Emory Southern Orthopedics we work each day to bring our community the quality healthcare that it deserves. The incredible team of physicians and staff working in our office allows us to provide high level care, right here at home.
Tomas Kuprys, MD
ABOUT ME
Dr. Tomas Kuprys is a fellowship-trained Orthopedic and Spine Surgeon. He graduated from Northwestern University wih a double major in computer engineering and economics. Prior to obtaining his medical degree with Alpha Omega Alpha honors at the Loyola University Stritch School of Medicine, he worked at Goldman Sachs & Co. He joined Emory Southern Orthopedics in August, 2018. Dr. Kuprys is a Faculty member of Emory University, astive staff member of WellStar West Georgia, and Emory Ambulatory Surgical Center.
EXPERIENCE
Following medical school, Dr. Kuprys performed his
CERTIFICATION
Dr. Kuprys obtained board certification in Orthopedic Surgery from the American Board of Orthopedic Surgery in 1990 and was re-certified in the years 2001 and 2011.
SPECIALIZATION
Emory’s highly trained spine physicians work together to diagnose problems affecting the neck (cervical spine) and low back (lumbar spine). At our dedicated orthopedic and spine centers throughout Georgia, we use advanced diagnostic tools to identify the cause of our spine pain. And, your spine care team–including physiatrists (physicians who specialize in physical medicine and rehabilitation), spine surgeons, nurses, physicial therapists and more–will help you receive personalized care. You benefit from this team approach to care–getting access to more treatment options that can be shaped to fit your needs.
Dr. Tomas Kuprys also treats all aspects of General Orthopaedics.
Megan L. Jimenez, DO
ABOUT ME
Dr. Megan Jimenez earned her medical degree from Rowan University School of Osteopathic Medicine in Stratford, NJ after graduating from University of Southern California, Los Angeles, CA. She completed her residency at Rowan University/Inspira Medical Center Orthopaedic Surgey in Vineland, NJ. She joined the Emory Healthcare Southern Orthopedics team in 2020. Dr. Jimenez is a Faculty member of Emory University, active staff member of the West Georgia Health System and the Emory at LaGrange Surgery Center.
EXPERIENCE
Dr. Jimenez completed her fellowship training at Washington University Orthopaedic Sports Medicine.
SPECIALIZATION
Dr. Jimenez performs all aspects of general orthopedics and has a special interest in sports medicine. She specializes in evaluation and treatment of sports-related injuries for athletes of all ages, at all levels, in all sports. She specializes in arthroscopy of the shoulder, knee, and hip; commonly performing ACL reconstructions, meniscus repairs, shoulder instability surgery, patellafemoral instability surgery, femoroacetabular impingement, total knee replacement, and many more. Dr. Jiminez has special interest in sports medicine and the young adult hip.
Daniel K. Guy, MD
ABOUT ME
Dr. Daniel Guy joined Dr. James Bruce in private Orthopedic practice in 1987. He graduated from Murray State University and then attended the University of Louisville where he obtained his MS in Anatomy and MD. He was elected to membership in the Alpha Omicron Alpha Medical Honor Society while at the University of Louisville. Dr. Guy has been on the active medical staff of West Georgia Health System since 1987 and served on its Board of Trustees from 1992-1994. He was the Chief of Surgery at West Georgia Health from1994-2004. He is on the active medical staff of the Emory Surgery Center at LaGrange and has served as Medical Director since 2000.
EXPERIENCE
Following medical school, Dr. Guy performed his Orthopedic training at the University of Texas Health Science Center in San Antonio where served as Chief Resident. He then completed a Fellowship in Adult Reconstruction at the Inselspital in Bern, Switzerland. During his training he also served in the U.S. Army Reserves beginning in 1976 and was Honorably Discharged from the Medical Corps with a rank of Captain in 1989. In 1992 Dr. Guy became a fellow in the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgery, AAOS. He was elected to the AAOS Board of Councilors in 2010 and served as Secretary in 2015-2016. He is Chair Elect in 2016-2017 and will be the Chair of the Board of Councilors in 2017-2018. His leadership position on the Board of Councilors also places him on the AAOS Board of Directors from 2015-2018. In addition, he served on the AAOS Council on Research and Quality, Council on Education, Council on Advocacy and the Publications Committee. Dr. Guy has been a member of the Georgia Orthopedic Society since 1989. He was President of the Society in 2009 and served on its Board of Directors for 13 years. He was a Board member of the Georgia Society of Ambulatory Surgical Centers and was President of that organization in 2007. He is a member of the Troup County Medical Society and was President from 1992-1994. Dr. Guy is also a member of the Alamo Orthopedic Society, an A-O Alumnus, a charter member of the Georgia Shoulder and Elbow Society and a member of the Medical Association of Georgia. Since 1992, he has annually served as Orthopedic Consultant to the Albert Schweitzer Hospital in Deschapelles, Haiti.
CERTIFICATION
Dr. Guy obtained board certification in Orthopedic Surgery from the American Board of Orthopedic Surgery in 1990 and was re-certified in the years 2001 and 2011.
SPECIALIZATION
Dr. Guy has a special interest in Shoulder and Hip Surgery as well as Sports Medicine. He also treats all aspects of General Orthopaedics.
Robert R. Comerford, MD
ABOUT ME
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, and 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 sport medicine.
Beth W. Pendergraph, PA-C
ABOUT ME
Beth Pendergraph earned her BS in Biology/Medical Technology from Auburn University and MS in Physician Assistant Studies from South Carolina. Beth joined Emory at LaGrange-Southern Orthopedics Sports Medicine in June, 2011. She works in tandem with the on-staff orthopedic surgeons conducting physical exams, diagnosing and treating illnesses, ordering and interpreting test, and counseling on preventive health care.
CERTIFICATION
Beth is certified by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA). A credentialing organization dedicated to assuring the public that certified physician assistants meet established standards of knowledge and clinical skills. Beth is a member of the American Academy of Physician Assistants and Georgia Association of Physician Assistants.