Auburn, Columbus, Phenix City, Thomaston, Valdosta
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Dr. Douglas W. Pahl, M.D. earned his medical degree from Meharry Medical College and completed his internship and orthopaedic surgery residency at Dwight D. Eisenhower Army Medical Center. Dr. Pahl elected to complete a fellowship in orthopaedic spine surgery at Twin Cities Spine Center. Dr. Pahl specializes in orthopaedic spinal surgery like adult spinal deformity of the spine and pediatric sport injuries involving the spine.
Dr. Douglas W. Pahl, M.D. earned his medical degree from Meharry Medical College and completed his internship and orthopaedic surgery residency at Dwight D. Eisenhower Army Medical Center. Dr. Pahl elected to complete a fellowship in orthopaedic spine surgery at Twin Cities Spine Center. Dr. Pahl specializes in orthopaedic spinal surgery like adult spinal deformity of the spine and pediatric sport injuries involving the spine.
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Dr. Pahl, is a very concerned person.
(2 weeks ago)
Jan-2026
He was very thorough!! Broke it down so I could understand everything and the procedure that needs to be done. His awesome and his crue too.
(2 weeks ago)
Jan-2026
Very informative and listens to patients.
(2 weeks ago)
Jan-2026
Awesome Doctor
(2 weeks ago)
Jan-2026
Dr. Pahl is an amazing doctor. He’s kind, compassionate and he never makes you feel you’re being rushed.
(2 weeks ago)
Jan-2026
Dr. Pahl, is always thorough, polite and professional. I would recommend him to anyone
(3 weeks ago)
Jan-2026
Great experience with Dr Pahl. Exceptional bedside manner, very thorough and decisive. He took the time to show me problem areas on X-rays antby step plan of action. Very personable as well.
(3 weeks ago)
Jan-2026
Dr Pahl saved my life in 2009, and the visit today was as positive and encouraging He has the best bedside manner and is such a precious person. I would turn my life over to him that’s how much I trust him.
(3 weeks ago)
Jan-2026
Great experience with Dr Pahl and staff
(3 weeks ago)
Jan-2026
Great Doctor and staff, especially Meagan!!
(3 weeks ago)
Jan-2026
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GOC - Columbus
6262 Veterans Parkway Columbus, GA 31909
HMG - Surgery Center
6262 Veterans Parkway Unit B Columbus, GA 31909
GOC - Valdosta
4340 Kings Way Valdosta, GA 31602
GOC - Thomaston
522 N Center St Thomaston, GA 30286
AOC - Auburn
161 E. University Drive Auburn, AL 36832
AOC - Jack Hughston Memorial Hospital
4401 River Chase Drive Phenix City, AL 36867
Dr. Douglas W. Pahl, M.D. graduated from Baylor University in Waco, Texas then earned his medical degree from Meharry Medical College in Nashville, TN. He completed his internship and orthopaedic surgery residency at Dwight D. Eisenhower Army Medical Center at Fort Gordon, GA. After completion of his distinguished army career, Dr. Pahl elected to complete a fellowship in orthopaedic spine surgery at the prestigious Twin Cities Spine Center in Minneapolis, MN.
Dr. Pahl is a United States Army veteran of over twelve years and combat veteran of two major military conflicts during his career, Operation Joint Guard in eastern Europe and, more recently, Operation Enduring Freedom in Afghanistan. The United States Army selected him for promotion to Lieutenant Colonel during his most recent deployment to Afghanistan. He was the Chief of Orthopaedic Surgery and Rehabilitation Services at Martin Army Community Hospital at Ft. Benning for two years and also commanded a detachment from the 14th Combat Support Hospital during his deployment to the war in Afghanistan. Dr. Pahl earned many military awards during his army career including three Meritorious Service Medals and the prestigious Expert Field Medical Badge.
Dr. Pahl is a member of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS) and the Society of Military Orthopaedic Surgeons. He obtained his certification in orthopaedic surgery from the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery (ABOS) in 2005, was re-certified in 2012, and currently maintains his certification through the ABOS. He has authored articles and completed research on orthopaedic surgery and spinal disorders. Dr. Pahl has been selected as the Chairman of the North American Spine Society Public Affairs Committee. Currently, he is also the Director of the Orthopaedic Spine Service for the Jack Hughston Memorial Orthopaedic Surgery Residency Program.
Dr. Pahl specializes in orthopaedic spinal surgery. He is well trained in minimally invasive surgical techniques and has trained numerous surgeons in this field. He specializes in adult spinal deformity of the spine as well as pediatric sport injuries involving the spine.
Dr. Pahl’s Specialties Include: Orthopaedic Spine Surgery
Dr. Pahl, is a very concerned person.
He was very thorough!! Broke it down so I could understand everything and the procedure that needs to be done. His awesome and his crue too.
Very informative and listens to patients.
Awesome Doctor
Dr. Pahl is an amazing doctor. He’s kind, compassionate and he never makes you feel you’re being rushed.
Dr. Pahl, is always thorough, polite and professional. I would recommend him to anyone
Great experience with Dr Pahl. Exceptional bedside manner, very thorough and decisive. He took the time to show me problem areas on X-rays antby step plan of action. Very personable as well.
Dr Pahl saved my life in 2009, and the visit today was as positive and encouraging He has the best bedside manner and is such a precious person. I would turn my life over to him that’s how much I trust him.
Great experience with Dr Pahl and staff
Great Doctor and staff, especially Meagan!!