Chetan S. Deshpande, M.D.
Chatham Orthopaedic Associates
Medical Honoree
 Chetan S. Deshpande, M.D., is Board Certified in Orthopaedic Surgery and specializes in orthopaedic trauma, joint replacement, anterior hip replacement, and general orthopaedics. Double majoring in Marine Biology and Secondary Education at Boston University, he then attended New York Medical College where he received his M.D. After completing his internship and residency at St. Joseph’s Regional Medical Center, Dr. Deshpande completed a fellowship at the Georgia Orthopaedic Trauma Institute in Macon, Georgia. In May 2013, Dr. Deshpande was recognized for his work in the field with a nomination for physician of the year. Dr. Deshpande has given lectures and presentations for various orthopaedic events across the U.S. since 2006. He has also been involved in orthopaedic research and has several peer reviewed publications.
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Penny Alberts was diagnosed with juvenile idiopathic arthritis (JIA) at the age of two. Battling JIA from such a young age has been difficult but has also made her stronger. Penny loves school and playing sports, her favorite being softball. She loves art, animals, nature, and spending time with her two younger sisters. Penny and her family are very excited to participate in this year’s first Walk to Cure Arthritis in Savannah, GA, their hometown! It is important to Penny and her loved ones to not only be a part of this to support her fellow warriors but also to be an advocate and spread awareness about this debilitating disease.