Auburn, Columbus, Phenix City, Thomaston, Valdosta
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896 Ratings
387 Comments
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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Awesome care. Two years ago back surgery….completely fixed me. Now stabbing pain pinching into right hip.
(1 week ago)
Sep-2026
Takes whatever time is needed to discuss your issue. I love all the doctors at Hughston
(1 week ago)
Sep-2026
Very informative
(2 weeks ago)
Sep-2026
Dr Pahl cuts to the chase to determine why I’m there. He spent so much time explaining to me what is going on with my spine. I recommend him.
(2 weeks ago)
Sep-2026
The best ever orthopedic spinal surgeon! He's so down to earth for us older people. Especially a Vietnam Vet.
(2 weeks ago)
Sep-2026
Dr Pahl is a compassionate physician.
(3 weeks ago)
Sep-2026
Had a wonderful experiece.
(3 weeks ago)
Sep-2026
Very personable, great bedside manner, great explanation, presented very clear options and care plan. Great listener and very easy to talk to.
(1 month ago)
Sep-2026
Takes time to listen
(1 month ago)
Sep-2026
Very efficient and skilled at his work. We are so blessed to have Dr Pahl perform my cervical neck surgery. I am now a year out and so grateful for his skills. Gigi is wonderful as well.!!
(1 month ago)
Sep-2026
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
Awesome care. Two years ago back surgery….completely fixed me. Now stabbing pain pinching into right hip.
Takes whatever time is needed to discuss your issue. I love all the doctors at Hughston
Very informative
Dr Pahl cuts to the chase to determine why I’m there. He spent so much time explaining to me what is going on with my spine. I recommend him.
The best ever orthopedic spinal surgeon! He's so down to earth for us older people. Especially a Vietnam Vet.
Dr Pahl is a compassionate physician.
Had a wonderful experiece.
Very personable, great bedside manner, great explanation, presented very clear options and care plan. Great listener and very easy to talk to.
Takes time to listen
Very efficient and skilled at his work. We are so blessed to have Dr Pahl perform my cervical neck surgery. I am now a year out and so grateful for his skills. Gigi is wonderful as well.!!