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"Dr. Bonvallet's personality, knowledge, path forward and patient involvement made the decision to continue the treatment process with him the professional choice." -L.B. Todd Bonvallet, MD, a board-certified spinal surgeon, joins Hughston Clinic in Columbus, GA, as a member of the spinal team. Dr. Bonvallet received his undergraduate degree from Montana State University in 1984 and his medical degree from the University of Southern California School of Medicine in 1991. He went on to complete his internship and residency in orthopaedics at Los Angeles County USC Med-Center and, afterward, a spine fellowship at the Florida Neck and Back Institute in Gainesville, FL. Since 1997, Dr. Bonvallet has practiced at Spine Surgery Associates in Chattanooga where he was also Professor of Orthopedic Spine at the University of Tennessee for 14 years. Dr. Bonvallet has also taught minimally invasive spine surgery both nationally and internationally, including China. He is additionally the inventor of the Atlantis Translational Plate for Medtronic as well as the creator of a posterior minimally invasive lumbar spine implant with Precision Spine. Dr. Bonvallet's Specialties Include: - Orthopaedic Spine Surgery - Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery - Tumors

"My doctor Gudger Jr and his nurse have been awesome with my treatment and care." -J.L. Jake Gudger , MD, graduated from University of Georgia in Athens with a degree in biology and went on to earn his medical degree from Mercer University School of Medicine in Savannah, Georgia. Dr. Gudger completed his residency in orthopaedic surgery at the Greenville Hospital System in Greenville, SC. where he served as Chief Orthopaedic Resident, was an AOA Resident Leadership Forum Recipient, and was awarded the Lilly M & GD Jackson Award for outstanding first year resident. Dr. Gudger's research has focused on evaluating the effectiveness, complications, and patient reported outcomes of different orthopaedic implants and procedures. Before joining the Hughston Clinic, Dr. Gudger completed a fellowship as the 2016-2017 Hughston ACE Fellow at the Hughston Foundation where he received specialty training in arthroscopic surgery and sports medicine as well as hip and knee reconstruction. Raised in Columbus Georgia, Dr. Gudger is excited to be able to back in his hometown with his wife Carly, and four children Louise, Rece, Susie, and Gigi. In his spare time he enjoys spending time with his family, hunting, and fishing. Dr. Gudger, Jr.'s Specialties Include: - Arthroscopy - Sports Medicine - Hip & Knee Replacement

"Dr. Pahl is the most knowledgeable and caring physician I've ever encountered." -K.Y. Douglas Pahl earned his medical degree from Meharry Medical College in Nashville and then, completed his internship and orthopaedic surgery residency at Dwight D. Eisenhower Army Medical Center at Fort Gordon, Georgia. After completion of his distinguished army career which included three Meritorious Service Medals, Dr. Pahl elected to complete a fellowship in orthopaedic spine surgery at the prestigious Twin Cities Spine Center in Minneapolis. Dr. Pahl is board-certified in orthopaedic surgery and specializes in orthopaedic spinal surgery with an emphasis on minimally invasive techniques. He has recently developed new spine surgery instruments to improve minimally invasive techniques. Additionally, he specializes in adult and pediatric spinal deformity, and cervical and lumbar degenerative disorders. Dr. Pahl's CV Dr. Pahl's Specialties Include: - Orthopaedic Spine Surgery