Orthopedics, Hip, Joint Replacement, Knee, Shoulder, Sports Medicine
Columbus, LaGrange, Thomaston, Phenix City
Most recent review: 4 days ago
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5.0
1.1K Ratings
467 Comments
Dr. Garland K. Gudger, Jr., M.D. earned his medical degree from Mercer University School of Medicine and completed his residency at the Greenville Hospital System.
Before joining the Hughston Clinic, Dr. Gudger completed a fellowship as the 2016-2017 Hughston ACE Fellow at the Hughston Foundation where he received specialty training in arthroscopic surgery and sports medicine as well as hip and knee replacement.
Dr. Garland K. Gudger, Jr., M.D. earned his medical degree from Mercer University School of Medicine and completed his residency at the Greenville Hospital System.
Before joining the Hughston Clinic, Dr. Gudger completed a fellowship as the 2016-2017 Hughston ACE Fellow at the Hughston Foundation where he received specialty training in arthroscopic surgery and sports medicine as well as hip and knee replacement.
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Exceptional!
(4 days ago)
Mar-2026
He is a very good Dr. I have heard nothing but great things about him
(4 days ago)
Mar-2026
Compassionate. Brilliant. Skilled. Kind.
(6 days ago)
Mar-2026
Dr Gudger is very concerned about my progress after surgery. He gets you relaxed with his sense of humor and great personality! My surgery went well and I am doing great.
(6 days ago)
Mar-2026
Dr. Gudger is an excellent doctor and I will definitely use him if I have surgery.
(1 week ago)
Mar-2026
He is so nice and friendly! He was very thorough and informative about my Knee and my x rays. I appreciate his time and answered all my questions and listening to me.
(1 week ago)
Mar-2026
Amazing doctor~knowledgeable and explains everything in layman’s terms, very kind and easy to talk to.
The best orthopedic knee surgeon in our area! We highly recommend Dr. Gudger!
(1 week ago)
Feb-2026
He's always professional and kind.
(1 week ago)
Feb-2026
He answered all my questions eased my concerns.
(1 week ago)
Feb-2026
Went to him a second time because he was great the first! Great experience again (so far). I’m confident he’ll get me fixed up.
(1 week ago)
Feb-2026
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GOC - Columbus
6262 Veterans Parkway Columbus, GA 31909
GOC - LaGrange
107 Calumet Center Rd LaGrange, GA 30240
GOC - Thomaston
522 N Center St Thomaston, GA 30286
AOC - Jack Hughston Memorial Hospital
4401 River Chase Drive Phenix City, AL 36867
Dr. Garland K. Gudger, Jr., M.D. graduated from University of Georgia in Athens with a degree in biology and went on to earn his medical degree from Mercer University School of Medicine in Savannah, Georgia. Dr. Gudger completed his residency in orthopaedic surgery at the Greenville Hospital System in Greenville, SC, where he served as Chief Orthopaedic Resident, was an AOA Resident Leadership Forum Recipient, and was awarded the Lilly M & GD Jackson Award for outstanding first year resident. Dr. Gudger’s research has focused on evaluating the effectiveness, complications, and patient reported outcomes of different orthopaedic implants and procedures.
Before joining the Hughston Clinic, Dr. Gudger completed a fellowship as the 2016-2017 Hughston ACE Fellow at the Hughston Foundation where he received specialty training in arthroscopic surgery and sports medicine as well as hip and knee replacement.
Dr. Gudger, Jr.’s Specialties Include: - General Orthopaedics - Joint replacement - Sports medicine - Hip - Knee - Shoulder
Exceptional!
He is a very good Dr. I have heard nothing but great things about him
Compassionate. Brilliant. Skilled. Kind.
Dr Gudger is very concerned about my progress after surgery. He gets you relaxed with his sense of humor and great personality! My surgery went well and I am doing great.
Dr. Gudger is an excellent doctor and I will definitely use him if I have surgery.
He is so nice and friendly! He was very thorough and informative about my Knee and my x rays. I appreciate his time and answered all my questions and listening to me.
Amazing doctor~knowledgeable and explains everything in layman’s terms, very kind and easy to talk to. The best orthopedic knee surgeon in our area! We highly recommend Dr. Gudger!
He's always professional and kind.
He answered all my questions eased my concerns.
Went to him a second time because he was great the first! Great experience again (so far). I’m confident he’ll get me fixed up.