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Dr. John Dorchak, MD

Orthopedic Spine Surgery* Age 65
Dr. John Dorchak, MD
4.6 (199 Ratings)
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Dr. John Dorchak, MD is an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon in Columbus, GA.
Dr. John Dorchak, MD
4.6 (199 Ratings)
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Dr. John Dorchak, MD

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

About

Dr. Dorchak graduated from Tulane University School of Medicine in 1984 and completed a residency at University of California-Davis Medical Center.Dr. John Dorchak, MD is an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon in Columbus, GA and has 41 years experience. Dr. Dorchak currently practices at Hughston Clinic and are affiliated with St. Francis-Emory Healthcare. Dr. Dorchak has experience treating conditions like Spinal Stenosis, Lumbar Spinal Stenosis and Intervertebral Disc Disease among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Dorchak received an average rating of 4.6/5 from patients and has been reviewed 199 times. Dr. Dorchak's 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
Intervertebral Disc Disease
Spinal Stenosis
Lumbar Spinal Stenosis
Intervertebral Disc Disease
Back Pain
Cervical Stenosis
Degenerative Disc Disease
Lumbar Compression Fracture
Lumbosacral Stenosis
Nerve Root Injury and Plexus Disorders (incl. Pinched Nerve)
Scoliosis
Spinal Stenosis with Neurogenic Claudication
Spine Deformities
Spondylolisthesis
Thoracic Stenosis
Upper Back Pain
Anterior Disc Decompression and Fusion
Lumbar Fusion with Robotic Assist
Lumbar Spinal Fusion
Spinal Cord Decompression
Spinal Fusion
Cervical Spine Myelopathy
Low Back Pain
Lumbar Radiculopathy
Osteoarthritis of Spine
Thoracic Spine Fracture
Cervical Spinal Fusion
Spinal Nerve Block
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
Lumbar Spine Fracture
Lumbosacral Radiculopathy
Pathological Spine Fracture
Piriformis Syndrome
Sacrum Disorders
Sciatica
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Spinal Osteophyte
Spondylitis
Thoracic Compression Fracture
Thoracic Radiculopathy
Thoracic Spine Myelopathy
Arthrocentesis
Facet Blocks
Lamina Procedures (incl. Laminectomy, Laminoplasty, Laminotomy)
Laminoforaminotomy
Myofascial Trigger Point Injection
Ankylosing Spondylitis
Arthritis of the Elbow
Avascular Necrosis
Bone Cancer
Cauda Equina Syndrome
Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak (CSF Leak)
Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS)
Difficulty With Walking
Dural Tear
Ganglion Cyst
Hip Sprain
Humerus Fracture
Iliotibial Band Syndrome
Muscular Dystrophy (MD)
Neck Muscle Strain
Neck Sprain
Neck Strain (incl. Whiplash Injury)
Nerve Sheath Tumors
Osteoarthritis of Foot
Pelvic Fracture
Plantar Fasciitis
Polyneuropathy
Rotator Cuff Tendinosis
Sacral Fracture
Schmorl's Nodes
Seronegative Rheumatoid Arthritis
Seropositive Rheumatoid Arthritis
Spina Bifida
Spina Bifida Occulta
Spinal Cord Injury
Spine Disorders
Spine Fractures, Traumatic
Tethered Cord Syndrome
Thoracolumbar Radiculopathy
TMJ
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Wrist Fracture
Disc Replacement
Excision of Femur or Knee
Excision of Scapula, Clavicle, Rib, or Sternum
Herniated Disc Surgery
Musculoskeletal Function Test
Neuroplasty
Neurostimulator Implantation
Periacetabular Osteotomy
Peripheral Nerve Block
Resection or Ablation of Bone Tumor, Partial or Complete Resection of Bone, Debridement of Bone
Somatic Nerve Block
Spinal Compression Fracture Repair
Spinal Cord Stimulation
Spinal Reconstructive Surgery for Deformities
Spine Fracture Treatment
Spine Surgery

Insurance Accepted

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  • Universal American
  • Assurant Health
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of California
  • First Health (Coventry Health Care)
  • MultiPlan PPO
  • Coventry Health Care
  • HealthSmart
  • Humana
  • Superior Health Plan
  • Aetna
  • Blue Cross and Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Georgia
  • Curative PPO
    Curative EPO
    Curative PPO Plus
  • Medical Mutual of Ohio
  • Golden Rule
  • Mutual of Omaha
  • BlueChoice-GA HMO
  • Cigna
  • Tricare
  • United Healthcare
  • HealthyBlue Advantage
  • Mail Handlers Benefit Plan (MHBP)

Locations

  1. 1 Hughston Clinic - Main Campus
    6262 Veterans Pkwy, Columbus, GA 31909
  2. 2 Hughston Clinic Dothan
    512 N Shady Ln, Dothan, AL 36303
  3. 3 Jack Hughston Memorial Hospital
    4401 Riverchase Dr, Phenix City, AL 36867

Patient Satisfaction

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Dorchak
4.6
Based on 199 Reviews
5 Stars (174)
4 Stars (4)
3 Stars (2)
2 Stars (1)
1 Star (18)

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Dec 24, 2024
Dr. Dorchak and his staff are great. He is nice and professional at the same time. He has lots of experience. He found a fracture that an X-ray tech missed.
NolaL — Dec 24, 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
What’s a board certification and why is it important that my provider has one?

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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 Intervertebral Disc Disease. 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