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Michael Pahl, MD
Tier 1 Orthopedic and Neurosurgical Institute
Orthopedics, Sports Medicine
Crossville, TN
Most recent review: 3 days ago
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4.9
562 Ratings
255 Comments
Dr. Michael A. Pahl, M.D. is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon with subspecialty training in sports medicine. At Tier 1 Orthopedic and Neurosurgical Institute in Cookeville and Crossville, Tennessee, he performs arthroscopic, reconstructive, and replacement surgery of the shoulder and knee. He also focuses on conservative and preventative treatments of shoulder, knee, and sports injuries and is trained in the treatment of orthopedic trauma, including operative and non-operative fracture management.
4.9
562 Ratings
255 Comments
Dr. Michael A. Pahl, M.D. is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon with subspecialty training in sports medicine. At Tier 1 Orthopedic and Neurosurgical Institute in Cookeville and Crossville, Tennessee, he performs arthroscopic, reconstructive, and replacement surgery of the shoulder and knee. He also focuses on conservative and preventative treatments of shoulder, knee, and sports injuries and is trained in the treatment of orthopedic trauma, including operative and non-operative fracture management.
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Dr. Michael A. Pahl, M.D. is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon with subspecialty training in sports medicine. At Tier 1 Orthopedic and Neurosurgical Institute in Cookeville and Crossville, Tennessee, he performs arthroscopic, reconstructive, and replacement surgery of the shoulder and knee. He also focuses on conservative and preventative treatments of shoulder, knee, and sports injuries and is trained in the treatment of orthopedic trauma, including operative and non-operative fracture management.
A Southern California native, Dr. Pahl earned his undergraduate degree with honors from Chapman University and his medical degree from Jefferson Medical College in Philadelphia. He did a research fellowship and completed his residency in orthopedic surgery at Thomas Jefferson University Hospital in Philadelphia and went on to serve as chief resident. During his time there, he trained under world-renowned surgeons of the prestigious Rothman Institute.
After completing his residency, Dr. Pahl received fellowship training in sports medicine at the Southern California Center for Sports Medicine and the Memorial Orthopaedic Surgical Group, which he was invited to join following his training. He then served as chairman of orthopedic surgery at Long Beach Memorial Medical Center.
Dr. Pahl has worked with a wide variety of athletes during his training, including the Philadelphia Eagles of the NFL, Philadelphia Phillies of Major League Baseball, Philadelphia Wings of the National Lacrosse League, WWE professional wrestling, and the Philadelphia Crush of the LFL. He has also cared for several different high school teams, has served as team orthopedic surgeon for Long Beach State University athletics, and worked with the World Surf League (WSL).
He is an active member of the Arthroscopy Association of North America, the American Orthopedic Society for Sports Medicine, and the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons. In addition, Dr. Pahl has authored numerous book chapters and peer-review journal articles and has presented at several national conferences.
In his free time, Dr. Pahl enjoys spending time with his family and participating in water sports.
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Dr. Pahl is a fantastic doctor! I would recommend him very highly. He's kind, knowledgeable and excellent in his treament and care.
Very nice and knowledgeable
Very efficient, informative and professional.
He’s very patient with my questions!
Great physician helpful with unfo on my knee
Great doctor, made me feel comfortable and explained exactly what is going on. Great bedside manner.
First time to ever meet him and he is a very nice guy and I think he is a really good guy
This was my first visit with Dr. Paul. He took the time to talk with me about all my options. He put me at ease and truly is interested in my opinion.
Dr. Pahl was awesome. I really enjoyed my trip to him.
Thank you ever so much for being the great doctor that you are.