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Dr. William Carson, MD

Dr. William Carson, MD

Orthopedics*
45+ years of experience

Dr. William Carson, MD is an orthopedic specialist in Tampa, FL and has over 45 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of South Florida Morsani College of Medicine in 1977. He is affiliated with HCA Florida South Tampa Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

4.7 Star Rating
Based on 11 reviews 4.7 Star Rating (11 reviews)

The Sports Medicine Clinic of Tampa

3006 W Azeele St Tampa, FL 33609

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(813) 874-3006

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Carson is affiliated with HCA Florida South Tampa Hospital Tampa, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Carson 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
    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ • See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Carson's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Carson

4.7

11 ratings, 1 with written review
5 Star
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4 Star
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3 Star
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2 Star
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
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5 people found this helpful
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Suzanne Kinman in Tampa, FL – Mar 18, 2016
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About Me

care philosophy

I have a small boutique style of practice and evaluate every patient myself. I do not use physicians assistants or nurse practitioners and I establish an "old-fashioned" style of patient-physician relationship with every patient. I am a Tampa native...read more

  • Orthopedics

  • Orthopedic Sports Medicine

  • Sports Medicine

  • Orthopedic Surgery

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  • Hughston Clin

    Fellowship Hospital, 1983

  • Hughston Orthopedic Hospital

    Fellowship Hospital, 1983

  • Emory University Hospital

    Residency Hospital, 1982

  • University Of South Florida Morsani College Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1977

  • Emory University

    Undergraduate School, 1974
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery®
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Orthopedic Surgery
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  • Patellofemoral Disorders-Physical and Radiographic Examination: Parts I and II, 1984

  • Congenital Elevation of the Scapula: Surgical Correction by the Woodward Procedure, 1981

  • Rehabilitation of the Throwing Shoulder, 1989

  • Glenoid Labrum Tears Related to the Long Head of the Biceps, 1985

  • Little Leaguer's Shoulder, 1998

  • MRI of the Knee: A Surgeon's Perspective, 1991

  • Normal Arthroscopic Anatomy of the Shoulder, 1994, 2009

  • Arthroscopy of the Elbow: Supine Position, 2003

  • Overuse Injuries of the Elbow in the Throwing Athlete, 1995

  • Arthroscopy of the Elbow: Supine Position, 2003

  • Overuse Injuries of the Elbow in the Throwing Athlete, 1995

  • Wakeboarding Injuries, 2004

  • Diagnosis of Extensor Mechanism Disorders, 1985

  • Arthroscopic Techniques to Improve Access to Posterior Meniscal Lesions, 1990

  • Normal Arthroscopic Anatomy of the Shoulder, 1994, 2009

  • http://www.sportsmedicineclinicoftampa

  • Outstanding Clinical Professor, Orthopedics Univ. S. Florida, 1986

  • Best Doctors in America, 2001 - pre

  • Best Doctor in America, 2003-2014

  • Best Orthopedic Practice in the Tampa bay area, 2003

  • Outstanding Clinical Professor, Orthopedics Univ. S. Florida, 1989-90

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Locations

The Sports Medicine Clinic of Tampa

The Sports Medicine Clinic of Tampa3006 W Azeele St Tampa, FL 33609
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • HCA Florida South Tampa Hospital

    2901 W Swann Ave
    Tampa, FL 33609
    Recipient of 5
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024)

    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.

    82%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% lower than the national average

    78%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    2% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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