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Dr. William Hovis, MD

Dr. William Hovis, MD

Orthopedic Surgery*
55+ years of experience

Dr. William Hovis, MD is an orthopedic surgeon in Knoxville, TN and has over 55 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Tennessee College of Medicine in 1966. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Starr Regional Medical Center Athens and Fort Sanders Regional Medical Center. He is not accepting new patients.

3.1 Star Rating
Based on 36 reviews 3.1 Star Rating (36 reviews)

Practice

501 19th St Knoxville, TN 37916

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Hospital Highlight

Dr. Hovis is affiliated with Starr Regional Medical Center Athens Athens, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Hovis specializes in the area of Orthopedic Surgery. See board certifications
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. See hospitals
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Dr. Hovis' Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Hovis

3.1

36 ratings, 14 with a written review
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1 Star
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Oct 24, 2021
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Shawn – Aug 11, 2021
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
What could be improved
  • Staff wasn't friendly
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Shelly Lewis – Aug 18, 2020
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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
No results
Helpful
Wine Chef Lee – Jun 02, 2020
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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
No results
Helpful
Don. Middlesboro, Ky – Apr 26, 2020
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Grannyvee – Jun 12, 2019
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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
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Sheila Turner in Knoxville, TN – Jun 29, 2018
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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
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
Joan Hampton in Knoxville, TN – Aug 15, 2017
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
La Follette, TN – Mar 22, 2017
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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
  • Long wait times
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Mark in Ponte Vedra Beach, FL – Feb 06, 2017
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
Dont Trust This Guy in Knoxville, TN – Nov 18, 2016
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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
  • Long wait times
Helpful
Knoxville, TN – Jun 08, 2016
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
4 people found this helpful
Helpful
Stinnett in Knoxville, TN – Jun 02, 2016
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
6 people found this helpful
Helpful
Knoxville, TN – Feb 19, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. William Hovis, MD is an orthopedic surgeon in Knoxville, TN and has over 55 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Tennessee College of Medicine in 1966. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Starr...read more
  • Orthopedic Surgery

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • City Of Memphis Hosp-u Tenn

    Internship Hospital
  • Campbell Fdn-u Tenn

    Residency Hospital, 1974
  • Memphis Va Hospital

    Residency Hospital, 1971
  • University Of Tennessee College Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1966
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery®
Orthopedic Surgery
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Locations

Practice

Select Specialty Hospital-Knoxville501 19th St Knoxville, TN 37916
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Starr Regional Medical Center Athens

    1114 W Madison Ave
    Athens, TN 37303
    Recipient of 2
    hospital awards

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2023)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

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

    85%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    9% higher than the national average

    84%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home
    View all patient feedback
  • Fort Sanders Regional Medical Center

    1901 Clinch Ave
    Knoxville, TN 37916
    Recipient of 3
    hospital awards

    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
  • Blount Memorial Hospital

    907 E Lamar Alexander Pkwy
    Maryville, TN 37804

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

    87%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% higher than the national average

    75%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    1% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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