The Hughston Foundation
Hospitals and Health CareGeorgia, United States11-50 Employees
The Hughston Foundation, based in Columbus, Georgia, focuses on orthopedics and sports medicine, combining patient care with professional training and research. It originated from Dr. Jack C. Hughston’s plan for a campus-based center of excellence, and in 1985 it established a private foundation that advanced orthopedic education and research, later broadening its remit and adopting the current name in 2005. The organization serves patients from across the United States and has a substantial economic impact on Columbus through its clinical, training, and research activities. Its work centers on training, education, and research as the core activities driving orthopedic expertise. In 2026, Hughston Clinic announced the expansion of its footprint with a new clinic facility in Lebanon, Tennessee, signaling ongoing growth of its clinical operations.