Auburn, Columbus, Phenix City, Thomaston, Valdosta
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4.9
629 Ratings
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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 was empathetic and has great bedside manner. Listened to my whole conversation with interest and empathy and did a good analysis and diagnosis. Great doctor ! Would definitely recommend him to my friends.
(5 days ago)
Nov-2025
Never Fails to Impress!
My husband and I have been consistently impressed with Dr. Pahl. He truly knows his stuff, and we always leave feeling confident in his care and expertise. It's not just his medical knowledge that stands out, but the entire experience at his office. Even the ladies at the check-in desk were in awe when I was leaving—they made the whole process smooth and welcoming. Dr. Pahl and his team truly go above and beyond. Highly recommend!
(1 week ago)
Nov-2025
Great doctor. Have confidence in him.
(1 week ago)
Nov-2025
He was right to the point he found stuff that other doctors missed enjoy talking with him and his assistant
(1 week ago)
Nov-2025
He listened very attentive
(1 week ago)
Oct-2025
Great
(2 weeks ago)
Oct-2025
Life changing work. Thank you.
(2 weeks ago)
Oct-2025
one the best physician & GREAT bedside .
(2 weeks ago)
Oct-2025
I have trusted Dr. Pahl for 10+ years and have referred numerous friends and family. He is an excellent physician who goes above and beyond for his patients.
(2 weeks ago)
Oct-2025
His attitude was so promising and he didn't make any promises that he didn't think he could keep. He is the best back person I have seen since my back has began hurting.
(2 weeks ago)
Oct-2025
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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 was empathetic and has great bedside manner. Listened to my whole conversation with interest and empathy and did a good analysis and diagnosis. Great doctor ! Would definitely recommend him to my friends.
Never Fails to Impress! My husband and I have been consistently impressed with Dr. Pahl. He truly knows his stuff, and we always leave feeling confident in his care and expertise. It's not just his medical knowledge that stands out, but the entire experience at his office. Even the ladies at the check-in desk were in awe when I was leaving—they made the whole process smooth and welcoming. Dr. Pahl and his team truly go above and beyond. Highly recommend!
Great doctor. Have confidence in him.
He was right to the point he found stuff that other doctors missed enjoy talking with him and his assistant
He listened very attentive
Great
Life changing work. Thank you.
one the best physician & GREAT bedside .
I have trusted Dr. Pahl for 10+ years and have referred numerous friends and family. He is an excellent physician who goes above and beyond for his patients.
His attitude was so promising and he didn't make any promises that he didn't think he could keep. He is the best back person I have seen since my back has began hurting.