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Dr. Douglas Linville, MD

Dr. Douglas Linville, MD

Orthopedic Spine Surgery*
30+ years of experience

Dr. Douglas Linville, MD is an orthopedic spine surgeon in Atlanta, GA and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Kansas School of Medicine in 1991. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Piedmont Hospital and Northside Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

3.4 Star Rating
Based on 36 reviews 3.4 Star Rating (36 reviews)

Practice

3240 Northeast Expy NE Ste 100 Atlanta, GA 30341
Telehealth available

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At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Linville specializes in the area of Orthopedic Surgery. See board certifications
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. See hospitals
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Dr. Linville's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Linville

3.4
36 ratings, 4 with a written review
5 star
56%
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4 star
3%
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3 star
6%
6%
2 star
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1 star
36%
36%

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Absolutely Excellent
After many visits to others seeking relief from sciatica, I was lucky enough to become one of Dr Linville's patients when he was in Memphis, TN. After figuring out (a) how to walk and (b) how far and when to walk because of sciatica pain in the left leg, I became one of Dr Linville's patients. Long story short: I have NO FURTHER PAIN due to sciatica because of Dr Linville's expertise. This relief is now entering its 9th (or 10th) year. I do not have sufficient words to express my thanks to Dr Linville for removing this pain and returning my life to normal once again. Thanks, Doc (hand salute). Richard Caire (now in Murfreesboro, TN).
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Richard – Nov 29, 2024
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BEWARE! If this physician was just a small portion as good at his profession as he thinks he is, his patients outcomes and experiences would be drastically improved. I strongly urge you to reconsider if you are a patient or seeking an orthopedic physician. You will deeply regret trusting your care or a loved ones care to Dr. Linville.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
5 others found this helpful
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Memphis – Oct 08, 2018
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Very Unprofessional!! Your office Assistant acted like a teenager that had to have her own way and told me things opposite of what you told me. Did not know your facebook page was tied to your pager but i sure found out! In my over 50 years was never treated as horribly by any healthcare associate as i was by your office!! Even if your moving to Atlanta Georgia i am still filing a complain with the State of Tennessee! No patient should ever be treated like i was !
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
6 others found this helpful
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Deanna in Michie, TN – May 04, 2018
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I've been going to Dr Linville since 2009. I would not go to anyone else if he could do it. I would highly recommend to anyone and everyone to have him fix you up if it was in his realm to do so. Great guy, amazing surgeon. Love all his staff... From Alicia at the front desk and Chelsey to Laura his nurse to everyone else behind the scenes. Just a wonderful, professional, caring group of people. Mr. and Mrs. J. F. Goodman
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
11 others found this helpful
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Mr. J. F. Goodman in Newbern, TN – Nov 04, 2016
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About Me

care philosophy

Treat patients like I would like myself or my family to be treated. Non-surgical care first. If this fails then consider surgery. Minimally invasive surgery if appropriate for the problem. However, I feel fully capable of treating the simplest to the most complex spine problems.
  • Orthopedic Spine Surgery

  • Orthopedic Surgery

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • Stony Brook University Hospital Suny Health Sciences Center

    Residency Hospital, 1996
  • Washington University

    Fellowship Hospital, 1996
  • Allegheny General Hospital

    Internship Hospital, 1992
  • University Of Missouri Kansas City

    Undergraduate School, 1991
  • University Of Kansas School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1991
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery®
Orthopedic Surgery
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Locations

Practice

Barbour Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine PC3240 Northeast Expy NE Ste 100 Atlanta, GA 30341
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Practice

Modern Emergent Care5505 Roswell Rd Ste 100 Atlanta, GA 30342
2
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  • Hours
    • Mon: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Tue: 8:00am - 7:00pm
    • Wed: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Thu: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Fri: 8:00am - 3:00pm
  • Directions

Practice

Georgia Women's Specialist Inc.871 Forest Pkwy Forest Park, GA 30297
3

Practice

Gipson Specialty Center PLLC6005 Park Ave Ste 400 Memphis, TN 38119
4

Affiliated Hospitals

  • Wellstar Paulding Medical Center

    2518 Jimmy Lee Smith Pkwy
    Hiram, GA 30141
    Recipient of 6
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

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    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    84%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% lower than the national average

    78%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well
    View all patient feedback
  • Piedmont Hospital

    1968 Peachtree Rd NW
    Atlanta, GA 30309
    Recipient of 30
    hospital awards

    America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Superior clinical outcomes in surgical care across 15 of the most common in-hospital surgical procedures including cardiac, vascular, joint replacement, prostate, spine, and gastrointestinal surgeries

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Superior clinical outcomes in surgical care across 15 of the most common in-hospital surgical procedures including cardiac, vascular, joint replacement, prostate, spine, and gastrointestinal surgeries

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    84%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home
    80%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    4% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • Northside Hospital

    1000 Johnson Ferry Rd
    Atlanta, GA 30342
    Recipient of 3
    hospital awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    85%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% higher than the national average

    77%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    1% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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