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Dr. John Dorchak, MD

Orthopedic Spine Surgery* Age 65
Dr. John Dorchak, MD
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Dr. John Dorchak, MD is an Orthopedic Spine Surgery Specialist in Columbus, GA.
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Dr. John Dorchak, MD

Orthopedic Spine Surgery* Age 65
Columbus, GA
Accepting new patients
40 years of experience
Dr. John Dorchak, MD is an Orthopedic Spine Surgery Specialist in Columbus, GA.

About

Dr. John Dorchak, MD is an Orthopedic Spine Surgery Specialist in Columbus, GA and has 40 years experience. They graduated from Tulane University School of Medicine in 1984 and completed a residency at University of California-Davis Medical Center.They currently practice at Hughston Clinic and are affiliated with St. Francis - Emory Healthcare. Dr. Dorchak has experience treating conditions like Spinal Stenosis, Lumbar Spinal Stenosis and Nerve Root Injury and Plexus Disorders (incl. Pinched Nerve) among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Dorchak received an average rating of 4.5/5 from patients and has been reviewed 140 times. Their office accepts new patients. Dr. Dorchak also speaks Spanish. Dr. Dorchak is board certified in Orthopedic Surgery and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Spinal Stenosis
Lumbar Spinal Stenosis
Nerve Root Injury and Plexus Disorders (incl. Pinched Nerve)
Spinal Stenosis
Lumbar Spinal Stenosis
Nerve Root Injury and Plexus Disorders (incl. Pinched Nerve)
Spinal Stenosis
Lumbar Spinal Stenosis
Nerve Root Injury and Plexus Disorders (incl. Pinched Nerve)
Cervical Stenosis
Degenerative Disc Disease
Intervertebral Disc Disease
Lumbar Compression Fracture
Lumbar Spine Fracture
Lumbosacral Stenosis
Scoliosis
Spinal Stenosis with Neurogenic Claudication
Spine Deformities
Spondylolisthesis
Upper Back Pain
Anterior Disc Decompression and Fusion
Cervical Spinal Fusion
Lumbar Fusion with Robotic Assist
Lumbar Spinal Fusion
Percutaneous Kyphoplasty
Spinal Compression Fracture Repair
Spinal Cord Decompression
Spinal Fusion
Cervical Spine Myelopathy
Osteoarthritis of Spine
Sacrum Disorders
Thoracic Compression Fracture
Thoracic Spine Fracture
Lamina Procedures (incl. Laminectomy, Laminoplasty, Laminotomy)
Laminoforaminotomy
Spinal Nerve Block
Back Pain
Broken Neck
Bursitis of Hip
Cervical Radiculopathy
Chronic Neck Pain
Coccygeal Pain
Coccyx or Sacrum Fracture
Fracture of Hand and Fingers
Herniated Disc
Hip Tendinitis
Limb Pain
Low Back Pain
Lumbar Radiculopathy
Lumbosacral Radiculopathy
Pathological Spine Fracture
Piriformis Syndrome
Sciatica
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Spinal Osteophyte
Spondylitis
Thoracic Spine Myelopathy
Thoracic Stenosis
Arthrocentesis
Facet Blocks
Herniated Disc Surgery
Myofascial Trigger Point Injection
Ankylosing Spondylitis
Arthritis of the Elbow
Avascular Necrosis
Bone Cancer
Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak (CSF Leak)
Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS)
Difficulty With Walking
Dural Tear
Ganglion Cyst
Hip Sprain
Humerus Fracture
Iliotibial Band Syndrome
Miner's Knee
Muscular Dystrophy (MD)
Neck Muscle Strain
Neck Sprain
Neck Strain (incl. Whiplash Injury)
Nerve Sheath Tumors
Osteoarthritis of Foot
Pelvic Fracture
Polyneuropathy
Rotator Cuff Tendinosis
Sacral Fracture
Sciatica (Not Due to Disc Displacement)
Spina Bifida
Spina Bifida Occulta
Spinal Cord Injury
Spine Disorders
Spine Fractures, Traumatic
Tethered Cord Syndrome
Thoracic Radiculopathy
Thoracolumbar Radiculopathy
TMJ
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Wrist Fracture
Disc Replacement
Excision of Femur or Knee
Musculoskeletal Function Test
Neuroplasty
Neurostimulator Implantation
Periacetabular Osteotomy
Spinal Cord Stimulation
Spinal Reconstructive Surgery for Deformities
Spine Fracture Treatment
Spine Surgery

Insurance Accepted

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  • Superior Health Plan
  • BlueChoice-GA HMO
  • Blue Cross and Blue Shield
  • HealthyBlue Advantage
  • First Health (Coventry Health Care)
  • Tricare
  • MultiPlan PPO
  • United Healthcare
  • Worker's Compensation WC

Locations

  1. 1 Hughston Clinic - Main Campus
    6262 Veterans Pkwy, Columbus, GA 31909
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (706) 324-6661
  2. 2 Hughston Clinic Dothan
    512 N Shady Ln, Dothan, AL 36303
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (334) 699-5747
  3. 3 Jack Hughston Memorial Hospital
    4401 RIVERCHASE DR, Phenix City, AL 36867
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (334) 732-3000

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4.5
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4 Stars (1)
3 Stars (2)
2 Stars (1)
1 Star (16)

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Apr 23, 2024
The assistant was very knowledgeable and helpful with discussing my post op information and was very concern and compassionate towards my health and situation.
— Apr 23, 2024
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Languages Spoken
Spanish
Languages Spoken
Specialties*
Orthopedic Spine Surgery
Orthopedic Surgery
Specialties*
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • Tulane University School of Medicine
    1984
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Orthopedic Surgery
Board Certifications
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Internship

Internship
  • Naval Hospital
    1985
Internship

Residency

Residency Hospital
  • University of California-Davis Medical Center
Residency Hospital

Fellowship

Fellowship Hospital
  • University Of Florida College Of Medicine, Department Of Neurosurgery and Orthopaedic Surgery, Spinal Surgery
Fellowship Hospital
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Does Dr. Dorchak communicate via email?
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Does Dr. Dorchak offer telehealth services or virtual visits?
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Does Dr. Dorchak offer an online patient portal?
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Does Dr. Dorchak have free onsite parking?
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Does Dr. Dorchak offer weekend visits?
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Frequently Asked Questions

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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. John Dorchak, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Dorchak's profile.

Dr. Dorchak frequently treats the following conditions: Spinal Stenosis, Lumbar Spinal Stenosis and Nerve Root Injury and Plexus Disorders (incl. Pinched Nerve). See more on Sharecare.

Dr. John Dorchak, MD is affiliated with St. Francis - Emory Healthcare.

Yes, Dr. John Dorchak, MD holds board certification in Orthopedic Surgery.

Hospital Affiliations

  • St. Francis - Emory Healthcare

    2122 Manchester Expy, Columbus, GA