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W. David Hovis, MD

Orthopedic Surgery

Dr. David Hovis of ORTHOKnox in Knoxville and Athens, Tennessee, is a board certified orthopedic surgeon with a subspecialty certification in sports medicine. He has... View More

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Parkwest Medical Center

About Me

Dr. David Hovis of ORTHOKnox in Knoxville and Athens, Tennessee, is a board certified orthopedic surgeon with a subspecialty certification in sports medicine. He has practiced Orthopaedic Surgery for over 20 years, and has a special ability to connect with patients, diagnose their problems, and return them to an active lifestyle.

Gender Male Languages English Ages Seen Newborns and Infants, Children, Adolescents, Adults

Professional Summary

Education

Medical Education

Vanderbilt University Medical Center School of Medicine, Nashville TN, 1993

Internship

Parkland Memorial Hospital, Dallas TX, 1993 - 1994

Residency

Orthopedic Surgery, University of Texas Southeastern, Dallas TX, 1998

Fellowship

Sports Medicine, Steadman-Hawkins Clinic, 1998 - 1999

Board Certifications

  • Orthopedic Surgery

Specialty

  • Orthopedic Surgery

Clinical Interests

  • Rotator Cuff Repairs
  • Shoulders and knees
  • shoulder instabilities
  • Labral tears
  • ACL reconstructions
  • Cartilage restoration procedures