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Dr. W David Hovis, MD

Orthopedic Surgery
4.7 (56)
Map Pin Small Knoxville, TN
Accepting new patients
30 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Overview of Dr. W David Hovis, MD

Dr. W David Hovis, MD is an Orthopedic Surgery Specialist in Knoxville, TN. They specialize in Orthopedic Surgery, has 30 years of experience, and is board certified in Orthopaedic Sports Medicine. They graduated from Vanderbilt University School of Medicine and is affiliated with Parkwest Medical Center, Tennova Healthcare North Knoxville Medical Center and Blount Memorial Hospital. Dr. Hovis, completed a residency at University Of Tx Southwestern Medical Center. Patients rated Dr. Hovis an average 4.7 star rating.

Dr. Hovis works at Practice in Knoxville, TN with other offices in Goodlettsville, TN. They frequently treat conditions like Glenoid Labrum Tear along with other conditions at varying frequencies. They are accepting new patients and accept Aetna, Anthem and Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield as well as other major insurance plans. Please call ahead to schedule an appointment and to confirm all accepted insurance plans.

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Dr. Hovis' Office 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
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    National Imaging Specialists Pllc
    3024 Business Park Cir, Goodlettsville, TN 37072 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (865) 251-3030

Hospital Affiliations
Admitting Hospitals

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  • Parkwest Medical Center
  • Tennova Healthcare North Knoxville Medical Center
  • Blount Memorial Hospital

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Treatment frequency



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Bursitis Chevron Icon
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Fibular Fracture Chevron Icon
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Ganglion Cyst Chevron Icon
Hip Fracture Chevron Icon
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Hip Tendinitis Chevron Icon
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Internal Derangement of Knee Chevron Icon
Joint Pain Chevron Icon
Knee Fracture Chevron Icon
Knee Sprain Chevron Icon
Leg Fracture Below Knee (incl. Ankle) Chevron Icon
Lumbar Radiculopathy Chevron Icon
Meniscus Tear Chevron Icon
Miner's Knee Chevron Icon
Osteoarthritis of Hip Chevron Icon
Osteoarthritis of Knee Chevron Icon
Patellar Chondromalacia Chevron Icon
Radiculopathy Chevron Icon
Scapular Fracture Chevron Icon
Sciatica Chevron Icon
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Seropositive Rheumatoid Arthritis Chevron Icon
Shoulder Fracture Chevron Icon
Shoulder Impingement Syndrome Chevron Icon
Shoulder Tendinitis and Tenosynovitis Chevron Icon
Tenosynovitis Chevron Icon
Tibial Fracture Chevron Icon
Wrist Fracture Chevron Icon
Arthrocentesis Chevron Icon
Foot and Ankle Fracture Treatment, Open Chevron Icon
Hand and Wrist Fracture Treatment, Open Chevron Icon
Hip Replacement Chevron Icon
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Knee Replacement Chevron Icon
Reverse Total Shoulder and Total Shoulder Replacement Chevron Icon
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Steroid Injection Chevron Icon
Total Knee Arthroplasty with Robotic Assist Chevron Icon
Viscosupplementation With Hyaluronate Chevron Icon
Achilles Tendinitis Chevron Icon
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Ankle Sprain and Achilles Tendon Sprain or Rupture Chevron Icon
Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) or Posterior Cruciate Ligament (PCL) Tear Chevron Icon
Arthritis of the Elbow Chevron Icon
Avascular Necrosis Chevron Icon
Bone Cancer Chevron Icon
Bone Disorders Chevron Icon
Cervical Radiculopathy Chevron Icon
Chronic Pelvic Pain Chevron Icon
Clavicle Fracture Chevron Icon
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De Quervain's Disease Chevron Icon
Elbow Bursitis Chevron Icon
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Elbow Sprain Chevron Icon
Enthesopathy of Hip (incl. Trochanteric Bursitis) Chevron Icon
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Foot Conditions Chevron Icon
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Knee Injuries Chevron Icon
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Knee Osteophyte Chevron Icon
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Lateral and Medial Epicondylitis (Tennis and Golf Elbow) Chevron Icon
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Medial Collateral Ligament (MCL) Sprain Chevron Icon
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Neck Strain (incl. Whiplash Injury) Chevron Icon
Nerve Root Injury and Plexus Disorders (incl. Pinched Nerve) Chevron Icon
Non-Unions and Malunions of Fractures Chevron Icon
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Osteoarthritis of Hand Chevron Icon
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Patellar Fracture Chevron Icon
Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS) Chevron Icon
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Peripheral Autonomic Neuropathy Chevron Icon
Plantar Fasciitis Chevron Icon
Posterior Tibial Tendonitis Chevron Icon
Pyogenic Arthritis Chevron Icon
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Runner's Knee Chevron Icon
Sacral Fracture Chevron Icon
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Shoulder Dislocation Chevron Icon
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Shoulder Injuries Chevron Icon
Shoulder Instability Chevron Icon
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Shoulder Pain Chevron Icon
Sjögren's Syndrome Chevron Icon
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Spinal Osteophyte Chevron Icon
Sprains and Strains (incl. Muscle Tear) Chevron Icon
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Trigger Finger Chevron Icon
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Arthroscopic Shoulder Surgery Chevron Icon
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Carpal Tunnel Release Chevron Icon
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Elbow Arthroscopy Chevron Icon
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Hip Dislocation Chevron Icon
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Joint Drainage Chevron Icon
Knee Arthroscopy Chevron Icon
Knee Dislocation Treatment Chevron Icon
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MAKOplasty® Chevron Icon
Meniscus Surgery Chevron Icon
Menisectomy Chevron Icon
Musculoskeletal Function Test Chevron Icon
Myofascial Trigger Point Injection Chevron Icon
Neuroplasty Chevron Icon
Partial Hip Replacement Chevron Icon
Partial Knee Replacement Chevron Icon
Platelet-Rich Plasma Injection (PRP) Chevron Icon
Reverse Total Shoulder Replacement Chevron Icon
Shoulder Dislocation Treatment Chevron Icon
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Shoulder Fracture Treatment Chevron Icon
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    4.7
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    Based on 56 ratings
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    About Dr. W David Hovis, MD

    Specialties
    • Orthopedic Surgery
    Specialties
    Years of Experience
    • 30 years of experience
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    Languages Spoken
    • English, German and Spanish
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    NPI Number
    • 1992786982
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    Education & Certifications

    Fellowship
    • Steadman-Hawkins Clinic
    Fellowship
    Residency
    • University Of Tx Southwestern Medical Center
    Residency
    Internship
    • Parkland Memorial Hospital
    Internship
    Medical Education
    • Vanderbilt University School of Medicine
    Medical Education
    Undergraduate School
    • Duke University
    Undergraduate School
    Board Certifications
    • Orthopaedic Sports Medicine and Orthopedic Surgery
    Board Certifications
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    Dr. Hovis has seen patients for Glenoid Labrum Tear, and more. You can see other conditions treated by Dr. Hovis on their profile. Please call the provider’s office to confirm all visit reasons.

    56 patients have reviewed Dr. Hovis. The overall rating for this provider is 4.7. You can read verified reviews and ratings and leave your own review based on your experience with Dr. Hovis.

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