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
1K Ratings
430 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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Explains everything and listens.
(4 days ago)
Jan-2026
Super nice!!
(1 week ago)
Jan-2026
The BEST of the BEST
(1 week ago)
Jan-2026
Dr. Gudger is so kind but professional as well.
(1 week ago)
Dec-2025
I really liked him, very sweet
(1 week ago)
Dec-2025
Dr.,Gudger is always professional, friendly and knowledgeable. He explains everything in details and provides information and clarifies what to expect
(1 week ago)
Dec-2025
Excellent all around! Friendly but firm. Dr. Gudger did both of my total knee replacements. I definitely recommend him and the Hughston Clinic. The hour and a half drive to and from Phenix City is well with it!
(2 weeks ago)
Dec-2025
Prompt! Right to the problem! Fixed and done! Merry Christmas to everyone!
(2 weeks ago)
Dec-2025
He was kind and seemed very knowledgeabl.
(2 weeks ago)
Dec-2025
Very courteous, listens to your concerns, friendly staff!
(3 weeks ago)
Dec-2025
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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
Explains everything and listens.
Super nice!!
The BEST of the BEST
Dr. Gudger is so kind but professional as well.
I really liked him, very sweet
Dr.,Gudger is always professional, friendly and knowledgeable. He explains everything in details and provides information and clarifies what to expect
Excellent all around! Friendly but firm. Dr. Gudger did both of my total knee replacements. I definitely recommend him and the Hughston Clinic. The hour and a half drive to and from Phenix City is well with it!
Prompt! Right to the problem! Fixed and done! Merry Christmas to everyone!
He was kind and seemed very knowledgeabl.
Very courteous, listens to your concerns, friendly staff!