Dr. Douglas Pahl, MD

My visit was all I had hoped it would be. Dr Pahl took his time with me to explain the MRI and cat scan and why I was feeling the way I was feeling..The girls that came in the room with him were very respectful and i appreciated that. He discussed fully where we will go from here .Thank you Dr Pahl.

Doesn’t show kindness or interest in patient. He had absolutely no compassion for my condition. Mentioned there was basically “no hope” for my issue. I really appreciate a Dr. that trust in faith and hope and wants to do whatever in their power to help a patient. He did not do this- this was a huge waste of my time. He was rude. Doesn’t give you time to answer a question, and wants you to answer his promptly that has nothing to do with the initial issues you were referred for. Very big Ego- never even apologized for the way he acted. I would NEVER recommend this doctor due to the lack of compassion I received today. A wasted appointment and time.

Dr Pahl has done multiple surgeries on me over 10 years. the first one was to correct a botched procedure from another surgeon. Over the years I have come to consider him more than just my doctor. I consider him a friend and someone who truly cares about helping his patients and not someone who cares a thing about the money involved. I've never seen with another surgeon that is so respected and liked by everyone that works with him because he treats them so well. If you ever mention his name to someone that works with him all you will hear are praises and every word of that is the truth. He's done some pretty major spinal surgeries on me and always offers the latest up to date options always keeping minimally invasive in mind for the patients best recovery time. I never have a second thought or hesitation when he recommends something to me.

Great bedside manner. One of the best Drs. At highston clinic. Highly recommend dr. Paul.

Felt like I was not heard. I was asked a question and before I could answer I was either being corrected as to how I should have worded or I would not be done answering before starting to ask me another question.

The doctor and staff were great!! The doctor listen to me to get an understanding of how I was feeling. He has excellent bedside manners!!

Got answers to my questions and a plan of where to ho from here.

Always friendly and takes time to answer your questions.

Discussed results of steroid injection on 19 December 2024 at L3-4 and potential future OptiLIF fusion. Was provided with patient handbook describing the procedure.

It was easy to ask him questions

We were discussing my impending back surgery

I have always found the Doctors and staff at the Hughston Clinic to be incredibly organized and professional. They treat the patients with compassion and respect which seems to be less common at Doctors offices lately. I have always been satisfied with the results of my interactions with Doctor Pahl and the Hughston Clinic.

Dr Pahl is the best spine surgeon anywhere.!!

The wait time to see the doctor was very short. They promptly took x-rays so the doctor could look at them during my visit. Dr. Pahl was very knowledgeable and very pleasant. He was able to confirm a diagnosis quickly and recommend treatment.

Great visit. Dr Pahl is superb

He was concerned about my injury and listened to me about my injury

Dr. Pahl knowledge of my problem and the proper treatment were great

My 6 year old Oliver cracked a bone in his wrist. The kindness Dr Pahl treated my son with is standard setting, and second to none. Far from your typical rushed high stress atmosphere! Dr. Pahl was able to make my sons visit low stress, and actually fun, which was the last thing I would have ever expected! He is so much more than just a Doc fixing the problem a patient came to his office to have addressed! Dr. Pahl is a true professional, with a great depth of experience, and phenomenal ability to to gain the confidence from his patient due to his obvious kindness!

Dr. Pahl is excellent. He listens to the patient and he takes what he knows and comes up with the best solution. I have 100 percent confidence in he and his staff. We are very fortunate to have him come down here.

Dr. Pahl is well trained, deeply experienced, professional, and kind. Columbus Ga is very lucky to have him.