Todd C., Bonvallet MD

"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

"Dr. Flandry is the reason I walk." -J.G. Fred Flandry, MD earned his medical degree from Tulane University School of Medicine and completed his residency in orthopaedic surgery through Tulane University Affiliated Hospitals. In addition to a fellowship in sports medicine and arthroscopic surgery at Hughston Foundation, Dr. Flandry studied traumatology at major centers in the United States, Canada, and Europe. Certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgeons and the American Academy of Pain Management, Dr. Flandry is associated with numerous medical organizations and holds memberships in 16 national and international specialty societies. In addition to his clinical practice, Dr. Flandry is deeply involved in research conducted through the Hughston Foundation. Dr. Flandry's Specialties Include: - Trauma - Total Joint Replacement - Sports Medicine - General Orthopaedics