Regenerative Medicine Information
Paragon Sports Medicine is a non-surgical sports medicine, regenerative and longevity practice in Atlanta, Georgia, founded in 2016 by Ched Garten, MD. Built on the idea of treating the athlete rather than just the injury, the practice serves professional and amateur athletes and active adults with ultrasound-guided, minimally invasive care.
Non-Surgical Sports Medicine & Regenerative Care in Atlanta
Paragon uses in-office musculoskeletal ultrasound and digital X-ray for same-day answers, and prepares platelet and bone marrow concentrates in its own facility with FDA-cleared, single-use systems so biologics are drawn, processed and injected in the same visit. In late 2026 the practice is moving from 3280 Howell Mill Rd NW to a larger office at 3101 Towercreek Pkwy SE, opening Monday, November 2.
Treatments & Procedures Offered
- PRP Therapy: Platelet-rich plasma and Supershot PRP injections under ultrasound guidance.
- Bone Marrow & Adipose Therapies: Bone marrow aspirate concentrate (BMAC) and adipose-derived cell therapy prepared in-office.
- Ocelot Nano Procedure: A minimally invasive, in-office Tendonova procedure developed at Georgia Tech for chronic tendon pain.
- Diagnostics: In-office musculoskeletal ultrasound and digital X-ray.
- Performance Medicine: Peptide therapy, IV therapy, hormone optimization and metabolic breath analysis.
Conditions Treated
Acute and overuse sports injuries, tendon pain and tendinopathy, ligament injuries, joint pain and arthritis, and musculoskeletal injuries in youth, collegiate, professional and recreational athletes.
Medical Team & Atlanta Location
- Lead Physician: Ched Garten, MD (Board-certified in family medicine with a Certificate of Added Qualification in sports medicine)
- Atlanta Office: 3101 Towercreek Pkwy SE, Suite 200, Atlanta, GA 30339
- Phone: (470) 270-8978
- Website: paragonsportsmedicine.com
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Who leads Paragon Sports Medicine?
Founder and medical director Dr. Ched Garten, MD previously served as head primary care physician for the NFL Atlanta Falcons and associate team physician for the NHL Atlanta Thrashers.
Does Paragon accept insurance?
The practice accepts most commercial insurance plans for musculoskeletal injuries, but regenerative procedures and performance services are not covered by commercial insurance. It does not accept Medicare, Medicaid, Tricare or Kaiser. Call (470) 270-8978 to verify coverage.
Where is Paragon Sports Medicine located?
Paragon’s new office is at 3101 Towercreek Pkwy SE, Suite 200, Atlanta, GA 30339, opening Monday, November 2, 2026; it previously practiced at 3280 Howell Mill Rd NW, Suite 250.
