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Dr. Patrick Fernicola, MD
Orthopedic Surgery* Age 63
Dr. Patrick Fernicola, MD
5.0 (1 Ratings)
Dr. Patrick Fernicola, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon in Columbus, GA.
Dr. Patrick Fernicola, MD
5.0 (1 Ratings)

Dr. Patrick Fernicola, MD

Orthopedic Surgery* Age 63
Columbus, GA
Accepting new patients
37 years of experience
Dr. Patrick Fernicola, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon in Columbus, GA.

About Dr. Patrick Fernicola, MD

Dr. Fernicola graduated from Georgetown University School of Medicine in 1989 and completed a residency at Madigan Army Medical Center. Dr. Patrick Fernicola, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon in Columbus, GA and has 37 years experience. Dr. Fernicola currently practices at Hughston Clinic and is affiliated with Jack Hughston Memorial Hospital, Piedmont Columbus Regional Northside and St. Francis-Emory Healthcare. Dr. Fernicola has experience treating conditions like Joint Pain, Shoulder Tendinitis and Tenosynovitis, Glenoid Labrum Tear, Rotator Cuff Tendinosis, Rotator Cuff Tear, Osteoarthritis of Shoulder, Patellar Fracture, Shoulder Fracture, Humerus Fracture, Osteoarthritis, Internal Derangement of Knee, Miner's Knee, Chondromalacia, Osteoarthritis of Knee, Knee Fracture, Meniscus Tear and Iliotibial Band Syndrome among other conditions at varying frequencies. Dr. Fernicola's office accepts new patients. Dr. Fernicola is board certified in Orthopedic Surgery and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Joint Pain
Shoulder Tendinitis and Tenosynovitis
Glenoid Labrum Tear
Joint Pain
Shoulder Tendinitis and Tenosynovitis
Glenoid Labrum Tear
Rotator Cuff Tendinosis
Rotator Cuff Tear
Osteoarthritis of Shoulder
Reverse Total Shoulder Replacement
Shoulder Arthroscopy
Total Shoulder Replacement
Patellar Fracture
Shoulder Fracture
Humerus Fracture
Arthrocentesis
Osteoarthritis
Internal Derangement of Knee
Miner's Knee
Chondromalacia
Osteoarthritis of Knee
Knee Fracture
Meniscus Tear
Iliotibial Band Syndrome
Knee Ligament Tears
Knee Arthroscopy
Patellar Chondromalacia
Ankle Sprains and Strains
Patellar Disorders
Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS)
Meniscectomy
Rotator Cuff Surgery
Clavicle Fracture
Broken Arm
Shoulder Bursitis
Knee and Leg Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Hip Tendinitis
Bursitis
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Cervical Radiculopathy
Piriformis Syndrome
Shoulder Replacement Revision
Bursitis of Hip
Difficulty With Walking
Adhesive Capsulitis Shoulder
Limb Pain
AC Joint Injury
Ankle Sprain and Achilles Tendon Sprain or Rupture
Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) or Posterior Cruciate Ligament (PCL) Tear
Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) Tear
Arthritis of the Elbow
Avascular Necrosis
Biceps Tendon Rupture
Bone Cancer
Brachial Plexus Palsy
Bunion
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Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Chondrocalcinosis
Elbow Bursitis
Elbow Injuries
Enthesopathy of Hip (incl. Trochanteric Bursitis)
Enthesopathy of Knee (incl. Bursitis of Knee)
Femoral Neck Fracture
Femoral Stress Fracture
Foot Fracture
Fracture
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Genu Valgum
Heel Spur
Hip Impingement
Hip Pointer
Juvenile Chronic Arthritis
Knee Dislocation
Knee Disorders
Knee Sprain
Knee Tendinitis
Lateral and Medial Epicondylitis (Tennis and Golf Elbow)
Lateral Epicondylitis
Leg Fracture Below Knee (incl. Ankle)
Lumbar Radiculopathy
Lumbar Spinal Stenosis
Lumbosacral Radiculopathy
Medial Collateral Ligament (MCL) Sprain
Neck Strain (incl. Whiplash Injury)
Osgood Schlatter Disease
Osteoarthritis of Ankle
Osteochondritis Dissecans
Osteomyelitis Non-Chronic
Patellar Dislocation
Patellar Tendonitis
Peripheral Nerve Disorders
Repeated Shoulder Dislocation
Shoulder Dislocation
Shoulder Disorders
Shoulder Impingement Syndrome
Snapping Hip
Soft Tissue Sarcoma
Spondylolisthesis
Sprains and Strains (incl. Muscle Tear)
Tenosynovitis
Tibia and Fibula Fractures
Tibia or Fibula Stress Fracture
Tibial Fracture
ACL Surgery
All Shoulder or Elbow Replacement Procedures
Arm Surgery
Arthroscopic Shoulder Surgery
Biceps Tendon Repair
Elbow Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Elbow Fracture Repair
Elbow Tenotomy
Excision of Femur or Knee
Excision of Humerus
Excision of Tibia or Fibula
Fracture Care
Joint Drainage
Joint Replacement Surgery
Knee Surgery
Meniscus Surgery
Partial Knee Replacement
Partial Shoulder Replacement
Patella Resurfacing
Patellar and Quadriceps Tendon Repairs
Quadriceps Tendon Repair
Resection or Ablation of Bone Tumor, Partial or Complete Resection of Bone, Debridement of Bone
Reverse Total Shoulder and Total Shoulder Replacement
Revision of Shoulder or Elbow Replacement
Separated Shoulder Treatment
Shoulder Dislocation Surgery
Shoulder Dislocation Treatment
Shoulder Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Shoulder Fracture Treatment
Spinal Nerve Block
Synovial Biopsy
Ulnar Nerve Transposition
Wound Repair

Accepted Insurance Plans

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  • United Healthcare
  • Workers Compensation WC
  • Blue Cross and Blue Shield
  • Aetna
  • HealthyBlue Advantage
    HealthyBlue 2.0
  • Humana
  • First Health (Coventry Health Care)
  • Mail Handlers Benefit Plan (MHBP)
  • MVP Health Care
  • Healthy Support-GA PPO
    Blue Open Access-GA HMO
    Traditional Health Plan-GA
    BlueChoice-GA HMO
    BlueChoice Healthcare Plan-GA
    Blue Essential-GA PPO
    Blue Essential Open Access-GA POS
    BlueChoice-GA PPO
    BlueChoice-GA POS
    Blue HRA Blue Choice-GA PPO
    Healthy Support Open Access-GA POS
    Blue Choice-GA HMO-POS
    Blue Choice PPO, EPO-GA
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of California
  • Mutual of Omaha
  • Coventry Health Care
  • Commercial Insurance Company
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Georgia
  • HealthSmart
  • Superior Health Plan
  • Curative PPO
    Curative EPO
    Curative PPO Plus
  • Golden Rule
  • American Republic
  • CHAMPVA
  • Tricare
  • Medicaid
  • Medical Mutual of Ohio
  • Cigna

Where Dr. Patrick Fernicola, MD Sees Patients

  1. 1 Hughston Clinic - Columbus
    6262 Veterans Pkwy, Columbus, GA 31909
  2. 2 Hughston Clinic - Dothan
    512 N Shady Ln, Dothan, AL 36303
  3. 3 Hughston Clinic - Albany
    117 Oakland Pkwy, Leesburg, GA 31763
    Monday
    08:00 - 17:30
    Tuesday
    08:00 - 17:30
    Wednesday
    08:00 - 17:30
    Thursday
    08:00 - 17:30
    Friday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Saturday
    Closed
    Sunday
    Closed
  4. 4 Jack Hughston Memorial Hospital
    4401 Riverchase Dr, Phenix City, AL 36867

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Dec 30, 2025
Took the time to go over everything with me explain everything in details showed me all my options. The staff was super great, and I appreciate all of them anyone who has shoulder issues. I’m not sure you can get a second opinion, and I would recommend him in his staff. That’s how I met him.
— Dec 30, 2025
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Specialties*
Orthopedic Surgery
Hip & Knee Orthopedics
Orthopedic Shoulder & Elbow Surgery
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Dr. Fernicola frequently treats the following conditions: Joint Pain, Shoulder Tendinitis and Tenosynovitis, Glenoid Labrum Tear, Rotator Cuff Tendinosis, Rotator Cuff Tear, Osteoarthritis of Shoulder, Patellar Fracture, Shoulder Fracture, Humerus Fracture, Osteoarthritis, Internal Derangement of Knee, Miner's Knee, Chondromalacia, Osteoarthritis of Knee, Knee Fracture, Meniscus Tear and Iliotibial Band Syndrome. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. Patrick Fernicola, MD is affiliated with Jack Hughston Memorial Hospital, Piedmont Columbus Regional Northside and St. Francis-Emory Healthcare.

Yes, Dr. Patrick Fernicola, MD holds board certification in Orthopedic Surgery.

Training & Medical Education
Medical Education
  • Georgetown University School of Medicine
    1989
Medical Education
Board Certifications
  • Orthopedic Surgery
Board Certifications
What’s a board certification and why is it important that my provider has one?

A board certification represents a provider’s dedication to ongoing training in one or more specialties, including the completion of intensive exams. While not all specialties have board certifications, if your provider does have one they’ve taken the extra step to master their specialty and to keep up with the latest advancements in their field.
Internship
  • Madigan Army Medical Center
    1990
Internship
Residency Hospital
  • Madigan Army Medical Center
    1996
Residency Hospital
Fellowship Hospital
  • The Hughston Clinic
    2000
Fellowship Hospital

Hospitals Where Dr. Patrick Fernicola, MD Practices

  • Jack Hughston Memorial Hospital

    4401 Riverchase Dr, Phenix City, AL

  • Piedmont Columbus Regional Northside

    100 Frist Ct, Columbus, GA

  • St. Francis-Emory Healthcare

    2122 Manchester Expy, Columbus, GA

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