Dr. L. Erik Westerlund, M.D. earned his medical degree from Georgetown University School of Medicine and completed his residency at the University of Virginia Health Sciences Center. He then completed a fellowship in Spine Surgery at the Thomas Jefferson University Medical Center and Rothman Institute Division of Spine Surgery.
Dr. Westerlund’s specialties include Minimally Invasive & Complex Spine Surgery.
Dr. L. Erik Westerlund, M.D. earned his medical degree from Georgetown University School of Medicine and completed his residency at the University of Virginia Health Sciences Center. He then completed a fellowship in Spine Surgery at the Thomas Jefferson University Medical Center and Rothman Institute Division of Spine Surgery.
Dr. Westerlund’s specialties include Minimally Invasive & Complex Spine Surgery.
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Very patient with my questions, answered all throughly and displayed a great bed side manor. Had they recommend!
(4 days ago)
Feb-2026
Professional, very nice Doctor. Thank you
(4 days ago)
Feb-2026
Very nice every time I go. I have neck, back, and knee trouble. Everyone at the hughston clinic is always so nice. I also have anxiety and panic attacks so im not the easiest patient, everyone is still sweet, kind, caring.
(4 days ago)
Feb-2026
Love Dr. Westerland he's the best
(5 days ago)
Feb-2026
Excellent care and patient care
(1 week ago)
Feb-2026
Dr Westerlund is the best. Always reassures me and seeking best treatment for me❣️
(1 week ago)
Feb-2026
Best Spine surgeon in the world! I highly recommend him to anyone
(1 week ago)
Feb-2026
Very professional and helpful- from beginning to end!
(1 week ago)
Feb-2026
Prompt and to the point visit
(1 week ago)
Feb-2026
He’s the best for neck and back!!! My favorite at Hughston Clinic and I’ve seen several over the years!!
(2 weeks ago)
Feb-2026
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AOC - Dothan
512 North Shady Lane Dothan, AL 36303
AOC - Auburn
161 E. University Drive Auburn, AL 36832
AOC - Jack Hughston Memorial Hospital
4401 River Chase Drive Phenix City, AL 36867
Dr. L. Erik Westerlund, M.D. graduated from The University of Virginia with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Biological Sciences in Charlottesville, VA, and he earned his medical degree from Georgetown University School of Medicine in Washington, DC. After medical school, he went to the University of Virginia Health Sciences Center where he completed a general surgery internship and a post-doctoral research fellowship in Applied Orthopaedic Biomechanics. He also completed his residency in orthopaedic surgery at the University of Virginia Health Sciences Center in Charlottesville, VA. To receive his speciality in spine surgery, Dr. Westerlund completed a fellowship at the Thomas Jefferson University Medical Center and Rothman Institute Division of Spine Surgery in Philadelphia, PA.
Dr. Westerlund is a member of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery and the North American Spine Society. He is a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons and a member of the Georgia Orthopedic Society and Southern Orthopedic Association. Dr. Westerlund has published extensively in scientific journals and he has published numerous textbook chapters. He will continue to research spinal disease and injuries at the Hughston Foundation and to present his findings at national and international meetings.
Dr. Westerlund specializes in orthopaedic spinal surgery with an emphasis on minimally invasive techniques. As a fellowship-trained reconstructive spine surgeon, Dr. Westerlund appreciates that every patient is unique and that every neck and back problem requires a special, thoughtful solution. Many of his patients do not require surgery, and are often successfully treated using nonsurgical options. For those who do require surgery, he uses the least invasive operative solution possible to help the patient heal quickly and achieve the very best outcome.
Dr. Westerlund’s Specialties Include: Minimally Invasive & Complex Spine Surgery
Very patient with my questions, answered all throughly and displayed a great bed side manor. Had they recommend!
Professional, very nice Doctor. Thank you
Very nice every time I go. I have neck, back, and knee trouble. Everyone at the hughston clinic is always so nice. I also have anxiety and panic attacks so im not the easiest patient, everyone is still sweet, kind, caring.
Love Dr. Westerland he's the best
Excellent care and patient care
Dr Westerlund is the best. Always reassures me and seeking best treatment for me❣️
Best Spine surgeon in the world! I highly recommend him to anyone
Very professional and helpful- from beginning to end!
Prompt and to the point visit
He’s the best for neck and back!!! My favorite at Hughston Clinic and I’ve seen several over the years!!