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Dr. W David Hovis, MD

Orthopedic Surgery Age 55
Dr. W David Hovis, MD
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Dr. W David Hovis, MD is an Orthopedic Surgery Specialist in Knoxville, TN.
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Dr. W David Hovis, MD

Orthopedic Surgery Age 55
Knoxville, TN
Accepting new patients
30 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Dr. W David Hovis, MD is an Orthopedic Surgery Specialist in Knoxville, TN.

About

Dr. W David Hovis, MD is an Orthopedic Surgery Specialist in Knoxville, TN and has 30 years experience. They graduated from Vanderbilt University School of Medicine in 1993 and completed a residency at University Of Tx Southwestern Medical Center.They currently practice at Practice and are affiliated with Parkwest Medical Center, Blount Memorial Hospital and Tennova Healthcare North Knoxville Medical Center. Dr. Hovis has experience treating conditions like Osteoarthritis, Sprains and Strains (incl. Muscle Tear) and Enthesopathy of Hip (incl. Trochanteric Bursitis) among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Hovis received an average rating of 4.8/5 from patients and has been reviewed 54 times. Their office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. Hovis also speaks German and Spanish. Dr. Hovis is board certified in Orthopaedic Sports Medicine and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Osteoarthritis
Sprains and Strains (incl. Muscle Tear)
Enthesopathy of Hip (incl. Trochanteric Bursitis)
Osteoarthritis
Sprains and Strains (incl. Muscle Tear)
Enthesopathy of Hip (incl. Trochanteric Bursitis)
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Insurance Accepted

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  • National (BlueCard) PPO
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Tennessee
  • HealthyBlue 2.0
  • First Health (Coventry Health Care)
  • United Healthcare

Locations

  1. 1 Orthoknox
    10810 Parkside Dr Ste 209, Knoxville, TN 37934
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (865) 251-3030
    Monday
    07:30 - 17:00
    Tuesday
    07:30 - 17:00
    Wednesday
    07:30 - 17:00
    Thursday
    07:30 - 17:00
    Friday
    07:30 - 16:30
  2. 2 Mercy Pulmonary Group
    10810 Parkside Dr, Knoxville, TN 37934
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (865) 233-9642
  3. 3 National Imaging Specialists Pllc
    3024 Business Park Cir, Goodlettsville, TN 37072
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4.8
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Aug 09, 2023
Dr. Hovis was great. He explained everything well.His staff was kind and understanding.I had knee surgery ( scope ) . He came and talked with me right before surgery and after i woke up. I will be going back to him with my shoulder. He is the best. I have recommended him to four people . My wife will be seeing him for her Elbo an shoulder.
Jerry McClanahan — Aug 09, 2023
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Care Philosophy

  • Our mission is to provide the highest quality orthopedic care to each patient and get you back to the life you enjoy!

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Biography
  • Dr. W David Hovis, MD is an orthopedic surgery specialist in Knoxville, TN and has over 29 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Vanderbilt University School of Medicine in 1993. He specializes in Orthopedic Surgery and Sports Medicine.
Biography
Languages Spoken
German
Spanish
Languages Spoken
Specialties
Orthopedic Surgery
Sports Medicine
Specialties
Education

Education

Medical Education
  • Vanderbilt University School of Medicine
    1993
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Orthopaedic Sports Medicine
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

Internship
  • Parkland Memorial Hospital
    1994
Internship

Residency

Residency Hospital
  • University Of Tx Southwestern Medical Center
    1998
Residency Hospital

Fellowship

Fellowship Hospital
  • Steadman-Hawkins Clinic
    1999
Fellowship Hospital
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. W David Hovis, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Hovis' profile.

Dr. Hovis frequently treats the following conditions: Osteoarthritis, Sprains and Strains (incl. Muscle Tear) and Enthesopathy of Hip (incl. Trochanteric Bursitis). See more on Sharecare.

Dr. W David Hovis, MD is affiliated with Parkwest Medical Center, Blount Memorial Hospital and Tennova Healthcare North Knoxville Medical Center.

Yes, Dr. W David Hovis, MD holds board certification in Orthopaedic Sports Medicine.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Parkwest Medical Center

    9352 Park West Blvd, Knoxville, TN

  • Blount Memorial Hospital

    907 E Lamar Alexander Pkwy, Maryville, TN

  • Tennova Healthcare North Knoxville Medical Center

    7565 Dannaher Dr, Powell, TN