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Dr. John Walker, MD

Dr. John Walker, MD

Orthopedic Surgery*
55+ years of experience

Dr. John Walker, MD is an orthopedic surgeon in Tyler, TX and has over 55 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Tulane University of Louisiana in 1965. He is affiliated with Baylor Scott & White Texas Spine & Joint Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

5 Star Rating
Based on 4 reviews 5 Star Rating (4 reviews)

Practice

3414 Golden Rd Tyler, TX 75701

Make an Appointment

(903) 939-7500

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Walker is affiliated with Baylor Scott & White Texas Spine & Joint Hospital Tyler, a highly rated and top awarded hospital for orthopedic surgery.

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Walker specializes in the area of Orthopedic Surgery. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Joint Replacement Award™ • See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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About Me

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Dr. John Walker, MD is an orthopedic surgeon in Tyler, TX and has over 55 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Tulane University of Louisiana in 1965. He is affiliated with Baylor Scott & White Texas Spine & Joint Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

  • Orthopedic Surgery

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  • Tulane University Of Louisiana

    Medical School, 1965
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery®
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Orthopedic Surgery
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Locations

Practice

Girling Health Care Inc3414 Golden Rd Tyler, TX 75701
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  • Hours
    • Mon: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Tue: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Wed: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Thu: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Fri: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Sat: closed
    • Sun: closed
  • Directions

Practice

UT Health Tyler1000 S Beckham Ave Tyler, TX 75701
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Baylor Scott & White Texas Spine & Joint Hospital

    1814 Roseland Blvd
    Tyler, TX 75701
    Recipient of 12
    hospital awards

    America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Joint Replacement Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

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    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    91%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% higher than the national average

    89%
    Patients who gave a rating of 9 or 10

    14% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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