Jake Dunn, D.O.

Jake Dunn, DO, is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon and sports medicine specialist at St. Francis Orthopaedic Institute, providing complete orthopedic care to individuals in Columbus and all of Muscogee County, Georgia.

Dr. Dunn studied at the University of Memphis in Tennessee, earning his undergraduate degree in biology. The following year, he enrolled at the DeBusk College of Osteopathic Medicine at Lincoln Memorial University in Harrogate, Tennessee, obtaining his medical degree in osteopathic medicine.

Upon completion of medical school, Dr. Dunn completed an orthopedic surgery residency at Doctors Medical Center of Modesto in California and an orthopedics and sports medicine fellowship at Andrews Institute for Orthopaedics and Sports Medicine in Gulf Breeze, Florida. While there, Dr. Dunn received direct training from world-renowned orthopedic surgeon James Andrews, MD.

Dr. Dunn learned all aspects of sports medicine and orthopedic surgery during these experiences. He was schooled in open and minimally invasive surgical techniques and learned how to treat various musculoskeletal injuries, including shoulder instability, anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) tears, and ulnar collateral ligament (UCL) injuries.

At the Andrews Institute for Orthopaedics and Sports Medicine, Dr. Dunn received on-the-job training, serving as the team physician for the Pensacola Blue Wahoos minor league baseball team, the Auburn Tigers sports teams, and the Tuskegee Golden Tigers sports teams. After completing his fellowship, Dr. Dunn moved to Georgia and joined St. Francis Orthopaedic Institute.

Dr. Dunn is a member of several professional organizations, including the Arthroscopy Association of North America, the American Orthopaedic Society for Sports Medicine, the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, and the American Osteopathic Academy of Orthopedics.

Dr. Dunn takes a minimally invasive, patient-centered treatment approach. He loves getting to know the folks in his care and has a friendly, compassionate bedside manner.

Dr. Dunn enjoys spending his time away from work with his wife, three sons, and three dogs. He’s a huge Atlanta Braves fan and enjoys following area high school and collegiate baseball teams.

Dr. Dunn welcomes anyone needing orthopedic care or sports medicine today to St. Francis Orthopaedic Institute. Call the office or schedule an appointment online today.