Dr. Curtis Shannon Gaylord, MD

Dr. Curtis Gaylord is an orthopedic surgeon who has dedicated 16 years to helping patients with bone, joint, and muscle conditions. He earned his medical degree from the University of Tennessee Health Science Center College of Medicine and completed his residency training at the University of Alabama Medical Center. Dr. Gaylord is fluent in both English and Spanish, allowing him to serve a diverse patient population in the Knoxville area.

Dr. Gaylord practices at multiple locations throughout Knoxville, Tennessee, including Knoxville Orthopaedic Clinic, Knoxville Orthopaedic Surgery Center, Parkwest Medical Center, and East Tennessee Children's Hospital. He specializes in treating arm and wrist fractures, providing comprehensive care from initial diagnosis through recovery. His approach often includes extremity X-rays for accurate diagnosis and incorporates physical therapy and strength training to help patients regain full function. Patients consistently rate Dr. Gaylord highly for …his care, giving him an average rating of 5.0.