Leesburg, Columbus, Dothan, Phenix City, Thomaston
Most recent review: 1 week ago
New
4.9
704 Ratings
290 Comments
Dr. David M. Gloystein, M.D. is a board-certified orthopedic and spine surgeon. He earned his medical degree at the University of Texas Health Science Center and completed his internship and residency at Madigan Army Medical Center. He finished his training at the Maryland Spinal Reconstructive Surgery Fellowship in Baltimore, MD. He is passionate about patients’ spine care and prides himself on being on the cutting edge of technology, spine surgery, navigation and robotically-assisted surgery.
Dr. David M. Gloystein, M.D. is a board-certified orthopedic and spine surgeon. He earned his medical degree at the University of Texas Health Science Center and completed his internship and residency at Madigan Army Medical Center. He finished his training at the Maryland Spinal Reconstructive Surgery Fellowship in Baltimore, MD. He is passionate about patients’ spine care and prides himself on being on the cutting edge of technology, spine surgery, navigation and robotically-assisted surgery.
The reviews listed below were collected independently of Hughston Clinic Orthopaedics through rater8. Each review represents an authentic and verified patient experience.
He listened to my problems, sent me to have nerve blocks and nerve ablations that didn’t fix my problem, so now is scheduling fusion to alleviate nerve compression from scoliosis.
(1 week ago)
Jun-2026
Awesome doctor, talks to you in terms you can understand, patient listens.
(1 week ago)
Jun-2026
I am so much better. Thank you for your excellence.
(1 week ago)
Jun-2026
Very nice!
(1 week ago)
Jun-2026
Dr. Gloystein is a terrific doctor!! He is very kind & sweet!! I would definitely refer people to him. Thank you Dr. Gloystein for simply being you!! God Bless You!!
(2 weeks ago)
Jun-2026
Very approachable as well as knowledgeable! Good communication skills.
(3 weeks ago)
May-2026
He is awesome and so is
The rest of the crew..
(3 weeks ago)
May-2026
Gave all options and listened to my problems. Went off of what I said and gave me the beat outcome for my problem. Was very professional.
(1 month ago)
May-2026
He was very nice very professional and down to earth. He listened to me and addressed all the issues going on with with my for and ankle.
(1 month ago)
May-2026
Dr Gloystien is very professional and polite. He takes the time to listen to your questions and concerns, and shows you the MRI and X-rays while explaining treatment possibilities.
(1 month ago)
May-2026
Read More
GOC - Columbus
6262 Veterans Parkway Columbus, GA 31909
GOC - Thomaston
522 N Center St Thomaston, GA 30286
AOC - Dothan
512 North Shady Lane Dothan, AL 36303
AOC - Jack Hughston Memorial Hospital
4401 River Chase Drive Phenix City, AL 36867
Dr. David M. Gloystein, M.D. has nearly two decades of experience in wartime spine and musculoskeletal injuries. Dr. Gloystein is a board-certified orthopedic and spine surgeon specializing in all conditions of the spine. He graduated from the United States Military Academy at West Point, NY. Despite being selected as one of the 2% of graduates allowed to attend medical school, he chose to seek leadership training as a combat engineer with the 101st Airborne Division. After 4 years of service ending with promotion to Captain and having graduated from Airborne School, Air Assault School, and Ranger School, he realized that his future and passion was still medicine.
He earned his medical degree at the University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio. He completed his internship and residency at Madigan Army Medical Center at Fort Lewis, Washington. He finished his training at the Maryland Spinal Reconstructive Surgery Fellowship in Baltimore, MD. He has held faculty appointments at Baylor University, Uniformed Services University of Health Sciences, Medical College of Georgia, and the University of South Carolina where he taught physician’s assistants, medical students, and residents. He was program director of the orthopedic residency at Dwight D. Eisenhower Army Medical Center in Augusta, GA from 2013 to 2019. Additionally, he served as the Consultant to the Surgeon General for orthopedics in the Atlantic Region for 2 years.
Dr. Gloystein is a member of several professional associations including Fellow, American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (FAAOS), North American Spine Society, Orthopedic Trauma Association, AO Spine North America and the Georgia Orthopedic Society. In 2019, he was awarded the Educator of the Year award for North America at the international Global Spine Congress meeting. He continues to be active in research, both as a researcher as well as a reviewer. His research has been featured in numerous spine and orthopedic journals. His recent passion is surgical safety and the avoidance of wrong-site surgery.
Dr. Gloystein has served two combat tours including Operation Iraqi Freedom and Operation Enduring Freedom in Afghanistan. He enjoys spending time with his wife and three boys, mountain biking, and home projects. He is passionate about patients’ spine care and prides himself on being on the cutting edge of technology, including minimal access spine surgery, navigation and robotically-assisted surgery.
He listened to my problems, sent me to have nerve blocks and nerve ablations that didn’t fix my problem, so now is scheduling fusion to alleviate nerve compression from scoliosis.
Awesome doctor, talks to you in terms you can understand, patient listens.
I am so much better. Thank you for your excellence.
Very nice!
Dr. Gloystein is a terrific doctor!! He is very kind & sweet!! I would definitely refer people to him. Thank you Dr. Gloystein for simply being you!! God Bless You!!
Very approachable as well as knowledgeable! Good communication skills.
He is awesome and so is The rest of the crew..
Gave all options and listened to my problems. Went off of what I said and gave me the beat outcome for my problem. Was very professional.
He was very nice very professional and down to earth. He listened to me and addressed all the issues going on with with my for and ankle.
Dr Gloystien is very professional and polite. He takes the time to listen to your questions and concerns, and shows you the MRI and X-rays while explaining treatment possibilities.