Dr. Wesley Ludwig is a native of Roswell, Georgia. He graduated magna cum laude from Brandeis University with a Bachelor of Science in Biology and a Bachelor of Arts in History. There, he also received his master’s degree in Neuroscience. Dr. Ludwig graduated from medical school with distinction at the George Washington University School of Medicine in Washington, D.C., where he was inducted into the Alpha Omega Alpha and Gold Humanism honor societies.

Dr. Ludwig completed his internship in general surgery and residency in urological surgery at the Johns Hopkins Hospital, where he received numerous awards for clinical excellence, including: Outstanding Surgical Intern, the Brady Award, and Outstanding Resident in Minimally Invasive Surgery. He was also inducted into the Frank L. Coulson Academy for Clinical Excellence.

During his research fellowship, Dr. Ludwig investigated genitourinary cancers as well as novel techniques for the treatment of kidney stones. He published over 50 journal articles, textbook chapters, and presentations throughout his residency.

In 2023, Dr. Ludwig received the Center of Excellence (COE) designation for GreenLight Laser Therapy, a recognition awarded to physicians who have demonstrated a high degree of experience with the procedure and commitment to delivering effective, long-lasting therapy to patients suffering from BPH.

In addition, Dr. Ludwig is also a member of multiple professional societies, such as the American Urological Association, the Endourological Society, the Engineering and Urology Society, and the Society for Laparoscopic Surgeons.

Dr. Ludwig’s areas of interest are in the treatment of benign prostatic hyperplasia and lower urinary tract symptoms, robotic surgery for urologic cancers, and the treatment of complex kidney stones.

Dr. Ludwig has staff privileges at Northside Cherokee Hospital.

Dr. Ludwig and his wife, a nurse, have three children. In his spare time, he enjoys fishing and being in the great outdoors.

Awards and Professional Recognition

• GreenLight Center of Excellence (Recognized for expertise in laser treatment for BPH)
• UroLift Center of Excellence (Recognized for expertise in permanent micro-insert treatment for BPH)
• SpaceOAR Center of Excellence (Recognized for expertise in protecting healthy tissue during radiation therapy for prostate cancer)
• Castle Connolly Top Doctor
• The Atlantan Top Doctors Award