Randy Rizor

President, The Physicians Spine and Rehabilitation Specialists of GA

Randy Rizor is a prominent physician and medical leader in Georgia with an extensive background in pain management and rehabilitation. Here are key details about his career and accomplishments:

Professional Background

Dr. Randy F. Rizor is a founding partner and president of The Physicians Spine & Rehabilitation Specialists.3 He specializes in the treatment and rehabilitation of spinal disorders, injuries, and associated chronic pain.4

Education and Certifications:

Graduated Phi Beta Kappa from Bates College
Received his Doctor of Medicine degree from the University of Toledo School of Medicine in 1976
Completed a residency in Anesthesiology at Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center
Board certified in Anesthesiology (1981) and Pain Management (1993, recertified in 2005)3

Leadership Roles

Dr. Rizor holds several significant positions in medical associations:

Director at the Medical Association of Georgia5
President of the Medical Association of Atlanta (2020-2021)2 6
Member of the Board of Directors of the Medical Association of Atlanta1
Member of the Chairman's Advisory Council of the Georgia State Board of Workers' Compensation1 3

Achievements and Recognition

Named one of Atlanta's top doctors by Atlanta Magazine
Recognized as one of the top doctors in the country by US News and World Report1 3
Received the Jack A. Raines, MD Humanitarian Award from the Medical Association of Georgia in 20183

Military Service

In response to the events of September 11, 2001, Dr. Rizor volunteered to join the US Army Reserve:

Currently holds the rank of Colonel in the Medical Corps
Served on active duty in Kosovo in 2004
Deployed to Iraq in 2007-08 and 20113

The Rizor Institute

Dr. Rizor is the founder and Medical Director of The Rizor Institute, which is dedicated to addressing complex aspects of high-impact chronic pain, particularly arising from work-related injuries.1 2