Dr. John D. Dorchak, M.D. is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgeons. He earned his medical degree at Tulane University School of Medicine and completed his residency at the Naval Hospital and the University of California-Davis Medical Center. He completed a fellowship in spine surgery with the Department of Neurosurgery and Orthopaedic Surgery at the University of Florida College of Medicine. Dr. Dorchak specialty is orthopaedic surgery with an emphasis in Spine Surgery.
Dr. John D. Dorchak, M.D. is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgeons. He earned his medical degree at Tulane University School of Medicine and completed his residency at the Naval Hospital and the University of California-Davis Medical Center. He completed a fellowship in spine surgery with the Department of Neurosurgery and Orthopaedic Surgery at the University of Florida College of Medicine. Dr. Dorchak specialty is orthopaedic surgery with an emphasis in Spine Surgery.
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Dr. Dorchak has been my spine surgeon for about 25 years, and 2 fusions later, I can say that he has taken excellent care of me. His staff is always helpful and willing to answer my many questions.
(2 days ago)
Jan-2026
Waited 2 hours to see him and spent less than 15 minutes
(3 weeks ago)
Dec-2025
Excellent in every way!!!
(3 weeks ago)
Dec-2025
One of my best doctors. Very personable during my visit. Prompt and thorough in explaining my back disc replacements.Recomend him to any person with back problems.
(3 weeks ago)
Dec-2025
He listens to me and answers all of my questions without hurring like most doctors. Highly recommend him.
(3 weeks ago)
Dec-2025
I saw NP.
She is awesome…
(3 weeks ago)
Dec-2025
Dr Dorchaz and staff very thorough.
(1 month ago)
Dec-2025
Seemed to really listen to you
(1 month ago)
Dec-2025
Super nice and didn't rush me. Called me back right on time.
(1 month ago)
Nov-2025
Satisfied
(1 month ago)
Nov-2025
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GOC - Columbus
6262 Veterans Parkway Columbus, GA 31909
AOC - Dothan
512 North Shady Lane Dothan, AL 36303
AOC - Jack Hughston Memorial Hospital
4401 River Chase Drive Phenix City, AL 36867
Dr. John D. Dorchak, M.D. earned his medical degree at Tulane University School of Medicine and completed his residency at the Naval Hospital in Oakland, California, and the University of California-Davis Medical Center in Sacramento.
He completed a fellowship in spine surgery with the Department of Neurosurgery and Orthopaedic Surgery at the University of Florida College of Medicine in Gainesville.
Certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgeons, his specialty is orthopaedic surgery with an emphasis in spine surgery.
Dr. Dorchak has a patent on instrumentation methods for vertebral interbody fusion, and has designed cervical and lower lumbar fusion cages as well as the associated surgical techniques. He is also one of the lead surgeons in developing the innovative surgery of total disc replacement.
Dr. Dorchak’s Specialties Include: Orthopaedic Spine Surgery
Dr. Dorchak has been my spine surgeon for about 25 years, and 2 fusions later, I can say that he has taken excellent care of me. His staff is always helpful and willing to answer my many questions.
Waited 2 hours to see him and spent less than 15 minutes
Excellent in every way!!!
One of my best doctors. Very personable during my visit. Prompt and thorough in explaining my back disc replacements.Recomend him to any person with back problems.
He listens to me and answers all of my questions without hurring like most doctors. Highly recommend him.
I saw NP. She is awesome…
Dr Dorchaz and staff very thorough.
Seemed to really listen to you
Super nice and didn't rush me. Called me back right on time.
Satisfied