Dr. Ryan P. McLynn, M.D., is a fellowship-trained orthopedic surgeon specializing in spine surgery. He completed medical school and a Master of Health Science degree at Yale University School of Medicine. Dr. McLynn completed his orthopedic residency at the University of Alabama at Birmingham School of Medicine. After residency, he completed a fellowship in orthopedic spine surgery at the University of California San Diego, training in the full breadth of spine care with an emphasis on complex spine surgery.
Dr. Ryan P. McLynn, M.D., is a fellowship-trained orthopedic surgeon specializing in spine surgery. He completed medical school and a Master of Health Science degree at Yale University School of Medicine. Dr. McLynn completed his orthopedic residency at the University of Alabama at Birmingham School of Medicine. After residency, he completed a fellowship in orthopedic spine surgery at the University of California San Diego, training in the full breadth of spine care with an emphasis on complex spine surgery.
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Personable: Exceedingly Patient!!! ✅
(2 days ago)
Jul-2026
He is very friendly.
(5 days ago)
Jul-2026
Very personal and professional!
(6 days ago)
Jul-2026
He took time with me and I liked him. He was very informative of my health issue. I give him a thumbs up and would recommend him to my friends
(2 weeks ago)
Jun-2026
Good doc but talks fast
(2 weeks ago)
Jun-2026
A Comprehensive evaluation- fast & enthusiastic! He listens to his patients. & focuses on the best and least noninvasive options - while empowering patients to-take responsibility with lifestyle/ wellness options!
(2 weeks ago)
Jun-2026
Listened and put a plan in place to sort my neck issue out
(1 month ago)
Jun-2026
Dr. McLynn is a good listener and took his time to explain what I needed to do to feel better. Everyone was very helpful and supportive. Thank you.
(1 month ago)
Jun-2026
Very cool and helpful straight up no chaser I like that
(1 month ago)
Jun-2026
Very patient, no pun intended. I like his approach, start small and work towards worse case scenario. I’m looking forward to working with him these next few weeks trying to find a solution to this problem!
Dr. Ryan P. McLynn, M.D., is a fellowship-trained orthopedic surgeon specializing in spine surgery.
Dr. McLynn grew up in Alpharetta, GA, and graduated summa cum laude from the University of Georgia with honors in Biology and Psychology. He then completed medical school and a Master of Health Science degree at Yale University School of Medicine. Dr. McLynn completed his orthopedic residency at the University of Alabama at Birmingham School of Medicine, where he was elected to the Alpha Omega Alpha Medical Honor Society and received the Resident Scholar of the Year award three times. After residency, he completed a fellowship in orthopedic spine surgery at the University of California San Diego, training in the full breadth of spine care with an emphasis on complex spine surgery.
Dr. McLynn specializes in non-surgical and surgical treatment of the entire spine (including cervical, thoracic, and lumbar). He prefers to use non-surgical or less invasive treatment options whenever appropriate but is also adept at complex, open spine surgery when needed. Dr. McLynn believes strongly in getting to know his patients and working with them to choose the best possible treatment plan.
Dr. McLynn has authored and co-authored many peer-reviewed articles and book chapters on a variety of spine topics. He is a member of the Alpha Omega Alpha Medical Honor Society, the North American Spine Society, the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, and has received the AO Global Spine Diploma. Outside of work, Dr. McLynn enjoys spending time with his wife and daughter, playing golf and tennis, cooking, and traveling.
Personable: Exceedingly Patient!!! ✅
He is very friendly.
Very personal and professional!
He took time with me and I liked him. He was very informative of my health issue. I give him a thumbs up and would recommend him to my friends
Good doc but talks fast
A Comprehensive evaluation- fast & enthusiastic! He listens to his patients. & focuses on the best and least noninvasive options - while empowering patients to-take responsibility with lifestyle/ wellness options!
Listened and put a plan in place to sort my neck issue out
Dr. McLynn is a good listener and took his time to explain what I needed to do to feel better. Everyone was very helpful and supportive. Thank you.
Very cool and helpful straight up no chaser I like that
Very patient, no pun intended. I like his approach, start small and work towards worse case scenario. I’m looking forward to working with him these next few weeks trying to find a solution to this problem!