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.
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He’s a great doctor and he listens, he understands and he explains to you what you may not understand.
(1 week ago)
Mar-2026
Attentive and listens; shares information as needed and patiently answers all questions, never appears hurried.
(2 weeks ago)
Mar-2026
Best doctor!!
(3 weeks ago)
Mar-2026
His PA was a little rough during her physical examination. I understand the need to be thorough but I am leaving the doctor office with hips and lower back inflamed.
(3 weeks ago)
Mar-2026
Was very nice & explained it very good to my Mother!!
(3 weeks ago)
Mar-2026
David M. Gloystein
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Georgia Orthopaedic Clinic listen to my concerns about my issue. Very professional staff.
(3 weeks ago)
Mar-2026
Everything was perfect
(1 month ago)
Mar-2026
Great Doctor
(1 month ago)
Mar-2026
I had a wonderful experience thank you.
(1 month ago)
Feb-2026
He was very professional and friendly. Told me exactly what to except. His staff are always very up beat and always smiling. It makes me feel very cared for.
(1 month ago)
Feb-2026
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GOC - Columbus
6262 Veterans Parkway Columbus, GA 31909
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’s a great doctor and he listens, he understands and he explains to you what you may not understand.
Attentive and listens; shares information as needed and patiently answers all questions, never appears hurried.
Best doctor!!
His PA was a little rough during her physical examination. I understand the need to be thorough but I am leaving the doctor office with hips and lower back inflamed.
Was very nice & explained it very good to my Mother!!
David M. Gloystein Doctor Georgia Orthopaedic Clinic listen to my concerns about my issue. Very professional staff.
Everything was perfect
Great Doctor
I had a wonderful experience thank you.
He was very professional and friendly. Told me exactly what to except. His staff are always very up beat and always smiling. It makes me feel very cared for.