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Dr. Erik Westerlund

Spine Surgeon & Director Hughston Spine Outcomes Lab

Surgeon Columbus, GA Hughston Clinic Orthopaedics
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Overview
Level
Staff
Tenure
7 years at Hughston Clinic Orthopaedics
Gender
Male
Connections
231
Position in HealthTal Database
  • 22,604 healthcare professionals in HealthTal hold the Surgeon specialty. Erik Westerlund is one of them.
  • 482 Surgeons are based in GA (out of 40,490 total healthcare contacts in that state).
  • 38 contacts at Hughston Clinic Orthopaedics are tracked in HealthTal.
  • Typical Surgeon compensation in GA: $357,000 – $752,000 (median $522,000). Source: BLS OEWS adjusted for state cost of labor.
  • Top employers of Surgeons in GA: Resurgens Orthopaedics (16), Wellstar Health System (14), Northside Hospital (10).
  • 3% of Surgeons in GA hold a senior title (Director, Manager, Chief, VP, etc.).
  • 71% of Surgeons in GA have verified education credentials on file.
  • Data refreshed May 2026.

Public records & verifications
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  • Professional LinkedIn profile on file (subscribers only).
  • Data aggregated from public licensure databases, LinkedIn, and verified employer records. Cross-check via the registry link above.
Education
Thomas Jefferson University
Fellow
University of Virginia
Residency
University of Virginia
Fellow Orthopedic Biomechanics
University of Virginia
General Surgery Intership and Residency
Georgetown University School of Medicine
Doctor of Medicine (MD)
Georgetown University School of Medicine
Doctor of Medicine - MD, Medicine and Surgery
University of Virginia
Bachelor of Arts - BA
Skills
Surgery Clinical Research Orthopedics Neurosurgery Spine Clinical Trials Public Speaking Research Thoracic Education New Business Development Biomedical Engineering Commercial Photography Entrepreneurship Medical Devices Fine Art Photography
About Hughston Clinic Orthopaedics
Industry
Hospitals & Physicians Clinics
Employees
20 to 99
Revenue
<$1M
Website
hughston.com
Office Location
Columbus, GA
Professional Overview

Dr. Erik Westerlund is a Spine Surgeon & Director Hughston Spine Outcomes Lab, currently affiliated with Hughston Clinic Orthopaedics, based in Columbus, GA. As a surgeon, Dr. Westerlund contributes to patient care, clinical workflows, and healthcare operations in Columbus, GA. They have been with Hughston Clinic Orthopaedics for 7 years. Dr. Westerlund holds academic credentials, including Fellow and Residency, from Thomas Jefferson University and University of Virginia. Core competencies include Surgery, Clinical Research, Orthopedics, Neurosurgery, Spine. Hughston Clinic Orthopaedics operates in the Hospitals & Physicians Clinics sector with a workforce of 20 to 99 employees. Healthcare organizations seeking to recruit surgeon professionals can use HealthTal to access verified direct email addresses and personal phone numbers sourced from NPI records and professional licensing databases. Direct outreach to surgeon specialists consistently yields higher response rates than passive job board postings, particularly for roles requiring specific clinical credentials or state licensure. The Columbus, GA healthcare market offers access to a concentrated pool of clinical professionals, making direct outreach particularly effective for organizations building local care teams or expanding service capacity in the region.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Dr. Erik Westerlund located?
Dr. Erik Westerlund is based in Columbus, GA. They are currently affiliated with Hughston Clinic Orthopaedics.
What is Dr. Erik Westerlund's specialty?
Dr. Erik Westerlund specializes in Surgeon. Their current role is Spine Surgeon & Director Hughston Spine Outcomes Lab.
Where does Dr. Erik Westerlund currently work?
Dr. Erik Westerlund currently works at Hughston Clinic Orthopaedics. They have been there for 7 years.
What is Dr. Erik Westerlund's educational background?
Dr. Erik Westerlund attended Thomas Jefferson University and University of Virginia.
How do I contact Dr. Erik Westerlund for recruiting?
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How do I recruit a Surgeon?
Recruiting surgeons typically involves reaching out via direct email or phone. HealthTal's database provides verified contact data for surgeons across all 50 states, allowing you to contact candidates directly without going through job boards.
What is the average salary for a Surgeon in GA?
Surgeons in GA typically earn $357,000 to $752,000 annually, with a median of $522,000. Figures derive from BLS OEWS data, adjusted for state cost of labor. Senior-titled roles (Director, Manager, Chief) and high-acuity practice settings push the upper end.

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