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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Super nice and didn't rush me. Called me back right on time.
(6 days ago)
Nov-2025
Satisfied
(1 week ago)
Nov-2025
Waited an hour, never saw him so can’t give accurate opinion
(1 week ago)
Nov-2025
I am very fortunate to have Erin and Dr Dorchik for my care. They are very knowledgeable, kind and patient. Very pleased with my care. Awesome job! Keep up the excellent care. Thank you kindly
(2 weeks ago)
Nov-2025
The dr i saw allowed me to explain my pain/describing my feelings of whole body.
(2 weeks ago)
Nov-2025
Saw his PA she was great
(2 weeks ago)
Nov-2025
Dr Dorchak is understanding, patient, and thorough. So glad he is gonna be my surgeon.
(3 weeks ago)
Nov-2025
Very professional. Explained diagnosis and reviewed MRI in detail. My only complaint was that I had to wait 2 1/2 hours past my appointment time to see him
(1 month ago)
Nov-2025
This was my first visit, I arrived at 9 AM. I wasn't called back until 11:30, they were apologetic tho. Dr. Dorchak was pleasant, but distracted due to a heated conversation with one of his staff members. I was referred to him for back pain. He took time to look at MRIs that; I appreciate his investigation into to the cause. However, while reviewing the images he was explaining them as if I understood what he was showing me. Also, he was kind of all over the place with my his explanation, moving through the images. I finally asked, what are my options? He focused at that moment and said you don't want surgery do you? While shaking his head no for me. He quickly shifted to an epidural and then ended with, I'll let you think about it and decide. I expected more due to Hughston clinic reputation. All I needed was a list of my issues and options simply explained for me to consider. I quickly settled on epidural at my next appt. I'm not sure what I will do. Disappointed and still in pain.
(1 month ago)
Nov-2025
Doctor Dorchak is a very nice person.
(1 month ago)
Oct-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
Super nice and didn't rush me. Called me back right on time.
Satisfied
Waited an hour, never saw him so can’t give accurate opinion
I am very fortunate to have Erin and Dr Dorchik for my care. They are very knowledgeable, kind and patient. Very pleased with my care. Awesome job! Keep up the excellent care. Thank you kindly
The dr i saw allowed me to explain my pain/describing my feelings of whole body.
Saw his PA she was great
Dr Dorchak is understanding, patient, and thorough. So glad he is gonna be my surgeon.
Very professional. Explained diagnosis and reviewed MRI in detail. My only complaint was that I had to wait 2 1/2 hours past my appointment time to see him
This was my first visit, I arrived at 9 AM. I wasn't called back until 11:30, they were apologetic tho. Dr. Dorchak was pleasant, but distracted due to a heated conversation with one of his staff members. I was referred to him for back pain. He took time to look at MRIs that; I appreciate his investigation into to the cause. However, while reviewing the images he was explaining them as if I understood what he was showing me. Also, he was kind of all over the place with my his explanation, moving through the images. I finally asked, what are my options? He focused at that moment and said you don't want surgery do you? While shaking his head no for me. He quickly shifted to an epidural and then ended with, I'll let you think about it and decide. I expected more due to Hughston clinic reputation. All I needed was a list of my issues and options simply explained for me to consider. I quickly settled on epidural at my next appt. I'm not sure what I will do. Disappointed and still in pain.
Doctor Dorchak is a very nice person.