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About Us.
At OrthoKnox, we believe in a collaborative approach to care. Our dedicated team of experts specializing in orthopaedics, sports medicine, physiatry (physical medicine & rehabilitation), and physical therapy works together to provide patients with comprehensive musculoskeletal care, from diagnosis to recovery. Learn more about our Sports & Orthopaedics Team and our Physical Therapy Team below.
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Sports & Ortho Team.
Our team of orthopaedics, sports medicine, and physiatry (physical medicine and rehabilitation) specialists provides both surgical and non-surgical solutions to help patients manage pain, improve mobility, and return to doing the things they love. Learn more about our Sports and Orthopaedics team.
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David Hovis, MD
Dr. David Hovis of OrthoKnox in Knoxville, 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.
Dr. Hovis specializes in shoulders and knees. He performs a high volume of shoulder and knee surgeries every year. As an expert in arthroscopic, minimally-invasive surgery, his clinical focus is on rotator cuff repairs, shoulder instabilities and labral tears, ACL reconstructions, and cartilage restoration procedures.
Dr. Hovis performs MAKOplasty® robotic partial and total knee replacements and has completed the highest volume of MAKO partial knee replacements of any doctor in the region.
After graduating Cum Laude from Duke University with a bachelor of science degree, Dr. Hovis earned his medical degree with honors from Vanderbilt University in Nashville. He then went to Dallas, where he completed a general surgery internship at Parkland Memorial Hospital and an orthopedic residency with honors at the University of Texas-Southwestern.
Dr. Hovis continued his professional training with a sports medicine fellowship at the prestigious Steadman-Hawkins Clinic in Vail, Colorado. While there, he served as an assistant team physician for the Denver Broncos football team.
He went on to complete a traveling fellowship in shoulder surgery at the University of Zurich in Switzerland, where he performed reverse total shoulder replacements years before they were available in the United States.
While serving as a team physician for the US Alpine Ski Team, Dr. Hovis worked closely with the Olympic Committee. His research is published in numerous peer-reviewed journals, including topics on sports medicine and treatments for knee and shoulder injuries.
Dr. Hovis is a member of numerous professional organizations, including the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, the American Orthopaedic Society for Sports Medicine, the Arthroscopy Association of North America, and the International Society of Arthroscopy, Knee Surgery, and Orthopaedic Sports Medicine. His local affiliations include the Tennessee Orthopaedic Association, the Tennessee Medical Association, and the Knoxville Academy of Medicine.
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Faye Kibler, DO
Dr. Faye Kibler is a Physiatrist and leads the OrthoKnox Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Program. She became interested in Rehabilitation Medicine after observing patients in underserved communities going into surgical procedures without fully knowing the spectrum of treatments available to them. Moreover, she chose to subspecialize in Pain Medicine because she enjoyed "teaming up" with patients to pursue a goal together. She has also experienced first-hand how not understanding the cause of a pain or ache can really amplify it and be very worrisome. “This field is constantly growing and changing,” she says. “It's inspiring to help someone find where they can fit in and benefit.”
“I approach patient care with an open mind regarding patients' backgrounds, comfort levels, and preferences when it comes to treating their pain, or even just seeing a doctor in general. I'm aware that every body's recovery journey is and should be unique. That being said, patient safety and quality of life are my top priorities.” -Dr. Kibler
In her spare time, Dr. Kibler loves doing anything outdoors in all seasons. She is very excited and grateful to practice in the Knoxville community!
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Physical Therapy Team.
Whether you're recovering from an injury, managing pain, or simply looking to improve your overall fitness, our expert team at OrthoKnox Physical Therapy is here to help. Learn more about our physical therapy team.
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Michael Hoag, PT, DPT, MBA, OCS, MTC
Operations Manager • Physical Therapist
Michael Hoag, PT, DPT, MBA, OCS, MTC, is the operations manager for OrthoKnox physical therapy and a physical therapist with more than 21 years of experience providing outpatient orthopedic physical therapy care to the Knoxville, TN community. Michael has earned the prestigious credentials of an orthopedic certified specialist (OCS) and is manual therapy certified (MTC), ensuring that our patients receive quality care from highly trained specialists.
Michael has significant experience assisting individuals in returning to work. His expertise includes directing work conditioning programs and developing pre-employment screening tools. He focuses on an exercise-based therapeutic program and biomechanical assessments, complemented with manual therapy interventions.
Michael received his bachelor of science in health from the University of Richmond in 1993 and a master of science in physical therapy from Texas Woman’s University in 1995. He graduated from the University of Tennessee with his MBA in 2000, and he completed the doctor of physical therapy (DPT) program through the University of St. Augustine in 2011. Michael works with several sports programs and teams in the Knoxville area.
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Laura McCallister, PT, DPT
Physical Therapist
Laura McCAllister, PT, DPT, is a Knoxville native who joined OrthoKnox physical therapy in 2010. She received a bachelor of science in exercise science from Lipscomb University in Nashville and a doctorate of physical therapy (DPT) from the University of Tennessee Health Science Center in Memphis.
Her interests are in orthopedic and sports medicine rehabilitation. Laura assists with providing medical coverage for local gymnastics events.
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Corbin Black, PTA
Physical Therapy Assistant
Corbin is originally from Cookeville, TN. She has a bachelor of science in exercise science from Tennessee Technological University in Cookeville. She moved to Knoxville for the PTA program at South College. During the program, Corbin did a clinical round with OrthoKnox Physical Therapy under Laura McCallister, PT.
She graduated in September of 2015 and joined the OrthoKnox team for 6 months part-time. Before returning to OrthoKnox in June 2017, she had experience in an out-patient setting for over one year.
EXCELLENT. I can't say enough good things...[My provider] was kind, caring, compassionate, knowledgeable, explained my options now and in the future…Very personable. Any patient would be extremely blessed to have him as your provider. HIGHLY RECOMMEND.
— J.R.
The staff and the doctors are friendly and caring. They listen to what you have to say and answer your questions so that you understand. I highly recommend ORTHOKNOX!
— S.W.
My son suffered a torn ACL, MCL, and meniscus and broken cartilage in the high school football playoffs last season. Dr.Hovis performed surgery and my son was able to play the first game of the season this year! Dr. Hovis was great! We appreciate him so much!
— L.A.
Excellent experience. Mike took great care of me and was very thorough helping me figure out a complicated problem. 10/10 would recommend.
— S.G.
Neil is patient, responds to all my questions, provides objective options and delivers compassionate care. Never once did I feel rushed or uninformed.
— K.U.
My physical therapist was knowledgeable and personable and made me feel at ease throughout the entire session. I appreciated the thorough explanation of the treatment plan and the clear instructions on how to continue the exercises at home. I highly recommend this physical therapist to anyone needing care.
— W.C.
OrthoKnox is an excellent place. I had total knee replacement 3 weeks ago, and I am recovering beautifully. All my friends and family cannot believe how far I’ve come in just 3 weeks. The staff is very kind, caring and take the time to ensure that all my concerns, fears and questions are resolved. Dr. Hovis and his PA, Neil Stoner, are the best.
— P.S.
Instantly felt at ease and reassured with my daughter’s care. Professional, informative and great bedside manner!
— M.P.
Everyone here has been amazing since first coming in through diagnosis, surgery, and now the recovery phase. Couldn't recommend these people enough.
— D.I.
All the doctors and staff at OrthoKnox including those in the physical therapy department, are very caring, and competent. I have been very satisfied with both the surgery outcome as well as the recovery. One nice thing is there is very little wait time after you arrive at your appointed time.
— G.V.
Very friendly and prompt! Always a good experience at this office. Lovely staff!
— R.B.
Laura has been great! She has been extremely friendly and professional at every visit. She has helped me make substantial improvement in my injury.
— W.O.
Delightful, helpful, encouraging, professional group. I am very grateful for their kindness.
— G.M.
Dr. Hovis has taken care of me the past 12 years. Started out with knee surgery and later in life with a shoulder that needed an injection. I would never go anywhere else because he is the best, and he cares. My last visit a couple of months ago was like seeing a family member again. You’re in good hands here.
— J.S.
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Services & Specialties.
We provide comprehensive orthopaedic services to treat a wide range of conditions, including arthritis, fractures, and other injuries. The following are just a few of the common treatments we offer and conditions we treat. To learn more, visit our Specialties page.
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Our Location.
Our office and onsite physical therapy center are conveniently located within the Turkey Creek Medical Center. For more information, including our office hours and more, visit our Contact page.
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Our Location.
Our office and onsite physical therapy center are conveniently located within the Turkey Creek Medical Center. For more information, including our office hours and more, visit our Contact page.
OrthoKnox
Main Office Location
10810 Parkside Drive, Suite 209 Knoxville, TN 37934
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p: 865.251.3030 | f: 865.966.0191
HOURS
Monday - Thursday • 7a - 5p
Friday • 7a - 4:30p
*OrthoKnox Physical Therapy is located next door to our main office in Suite 211.