East Alabama Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine

Orthopedics • Opelika, AL

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East Alabama Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine in Opelika, Alabama provides orthopedic care for patients ranging from athletes to retirees, specializing in musculoskeletal problems and sports injuries. The clinic treats conditions including joint pain, fractures, shoulder and knee pain, and foot and ankle injuries, and offers advanced surgical techniques for total joint replacement procedures including total knee and hip replacement.

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Clinic Type

Orthopedics

Address

2000 Pepperell Parkway, Opelika, AL 36801

Phone

334-528-2669

Email

noreply@iqhealth.com

Opening Hours

Mon-Thu 8:00am–5:00pm; Fri 8:00am–12:00pm; Sat-Sun Closed

Website

https://www.eastalabamahealth.org/location/east-alabama-orthopaedics-sports-medicine-opelika

Services Offered

Orthopaedic care
Orthopedic surgery
Total Joint Replacement
Total Knee Replacement
Total Hip Replacement
Sports injuries
Joint care
Shoulder and knee pain
Hip, ankle, knee, elbow, and shoulder treatments

Team

Robert J. McAlindon, M.D. — Orthopedic Surgeon
Lindsay Boyer, PA — Physician Assistant
James E. Lyle, M.D. — Orthopedic Surgeon
Nate Sbravati, M.D. — Orthopedic Surgeon

Insurance & Payment

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What Patients Say

Overall sentiment across review platforms: mixed

Vitals (for Dr. James E. Lyle): 4.6 out of 5 stars (57 ratings)

Patients praise

Excellent bedside manner from specific physicians
High level of trust in medical expertise and surgical outcomes
Appreciation for helpful and supportive nursing staff
Effective communication and accessibility (e.g., providing personal contact for post-op concerns)

Common complaints

Long wait times for appointments and clinical service
Unprofessional or dismissive staff interactions
Concerns about staff behavior and bedside manner in specific instances

"Dr. Bob and his RN(LB) provide the best care I have ever had!!!! They are both so kindhearted and make you feel at home when you’re in the clinic. Dr. Bob gave me his personal cell phone number if I had any questions or concerns after my surgeries."

— LocalityBiz user review

"I waited 8 minutes to sign in with the receptionist, then waited 45 minutes before getting called backed. The receptionist seemed offended when I asked was this normal after speaking to her at 37 minutes."

— USCompanies user review

"His bedside manner is excellent, and he never seems rushed. He is incredibly professional, but still treats you like a person and not just a case."

— Vitals user review for Dr. James E. Lyle

Synthesized from public review platforms as of Jul 10, 2026 — sources: [1][2][3][4].

In the News

East Alabama Medical Center adopts handheld tech for joint replacements - Becker’s Spine Review — Jan 8, 2026
Smart Technology Gives EAMC Orthopaedic Surgeons Pinpoint Accuracy During Joint Replacements | East Alabama Health — Jan 7, 2026
High-Quality Care Earns EAMC Multiple 2026 Women’s Choice Awards | East Alabama Health — Apr 27, 2026
On the Mark | Opelika sports scene heats up with Media Days, Youth World Series | Alabama River Heritage — Jul 17, 2025

Information sourced from the clinic's website as of July 10, 2026. Own this clinic? Claim or correct this listing.