About
Sarah Decker, DO, CAQSM, BBA holds double board certification in family medicine and non-operative orthopedics and sports medicine. She also carries a Certificate of Added Qualification in Sports Medicine (CAQSM), a credential that reflects focused expertise beyond standard board requirements. Her clinical background spans primary care, internal medicine, geriatric medicine, hospice care, urgent care, sports medicine, and ski medicine. She served as a team physician at the high school, college, and professional levels, including work with the US Ski Team.
Dr. Decker trained and practiced across Ohio, Vermont, Florida, and Georgia before settling in Peachtree City. She treats patients from birth through end of life and brings particular skill in ultrasound guided joint injections and diagnostics. A two-time Boston Marathon qualifier and competitor herself, she offers individualized running coaching to help patients reach their own race-day goals. Off the clock, she volunteers as a coach with Peachtree City Flash club cross country and spends her free time outdoors with her family and dogs.
Education & Training
Board certified in family medicine and non-operative orthopedics/sports medicine
Certifications
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Decker right for?
Dr. Decker works well with active adults and athletes managing joint pain, overuse injuries, or musculoskeletal conditions. Patients seeking a single physician for both primary care and orthopedic needs benefit from her dual board certification. Families with children benefit from her full-spectrum approach - she treats every age from infants through the elderly. Runners looking to train safely or qualify for the Boston Marathon find a knowledgeable coach and physician in one.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Decker treats a wide range of musculoskeletal and primary care conditions. On the orthopedic side, she manages osteoarthritis, overuse injuries, lateral hip syndrome, strains and sprains, carpal tunnel syndrome, gout, and joint swelling. She also manages blood pressure, diabetes, thyroid disorders, obesity, and concussions. Her primary care scope includes pediatric care, elderly care, and end-of-life support.
Yes. Dr. Decker holds double board certification in family medicine and non-operative orthopedics and sports medicine. She also holds a Certificate of Added Qualification in Sports Medicine (CAQSM). These credentials reflect training and tested expertise across both primary care and musculoskeletal medicine.
Dr. Decker treats shoulders, elbows, wrists, and fingers in the upper body. She also treats hips, knees, ankles, and toes. She diagnoses spine conditions but does not perform spinal injections. Trigger point injections into the back and shoulder muscles are a treatment option she offers.
Yes. Dr. Decker now offers regenerative medicine and orthobiologic therapy, including platelet rich plasma (PRP) and hyaluronic acid injections such as Orthovisc for knees, shoulders, hips, and ankles. Members receive 50% off regenerative medicine treatments. Non-members can access these services for $800 to $1,000.
Dr. Decker served as a team physician at the high school, college, and professional levels. Her professional experience includes working with the US Ski Team. She brings that same depth of sports medicine expertise to everyday patients managing injuries and performance goals.
Yes. Dr. Decker offers an individualized running coaching program priced at $1,200. As a two-time Boston Marathon qualifier and competitor, she coaches patients ranging from first-time runners to those chasing a Boston qualifying time. Her sports medicine background helps patients train safely and avoid injury.
Dr. Decker centers her entire practice on the physician-patient relationship. She keeps her patient panel to a couple hundred people so she knows each patient personally. She gives patients her direct cell number and email, and she does not make patients wait months for an appointment. Appointments average 60 minutes.
Yes. Dr. Decker has extensive experience with athletes at all levels, from beginners to professionals. She offers comprehensive sports physicals, concussion management, stress fracture care, and overuse injury treatment. Her time with the US Ski Team and years of coaching basketball, cross country, and track give her practical insight into athletic performance and recovery.
Yes. Dr. Decker sees patients of all ages, including infants and young children. Her direct primary care services include pediatric care, wellness exams, and sick visits. Families can add child memberships at $75 per month, and family discounts make covering multiple children more affordable.
Doctor profile last updated August 16, 2026
