Summary

Dr. Jeffrey Hovater is an orthopedic surgeon who specializes in sports medicine, bringing 24 years of experience to his practice. He earned his medical degree from Kansas City University of Medicine & Bioscience College of Osteopathic Medicine. Dr. Hovater speaks English and provides comprehensive care for patients with musculoskeletal conditions.

Dr. Hovater practices at multiple locations throughout northern Alabama, including North Alabama Medical Center in Florence and North Alabama Shoals Hospital in Muscle Shoals. He focuses on treating conditions such as joint pain, osteoarthritis, and meniscus tears. His surgical expertise includes arthroscopic procedures and shoulder instability repairs, while he also provides specialized nerve blocks for both anesthesia and chronic pain management. Patients rate him 4.1 out of 5 stars on average.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.1
  • 24 years of experience
  • speaks English
  • Kansas City University Of Medicine & Bioscience College Of Osteopathic Med
  • 8 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 18 areas of expertise
  • 3 hospital affiliations
  • 4 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Locations

Dr. Jeffrey Spalding Hovater has 4 locations

Jw Sommer Rehabilitation Unit

201 Avalon AveMuscle Shoals, AL 35661

North Alabama Medical Center

1701 Veterans DrFlorence, AL 35630

Shoals Outpatient Surgery

103 Helton CtFlorence, AL 35630

Shoals Hospital

201 Avalon AveMuscle Shoals, AL 35661

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Dr. Jeffrey Spalding Hovater, DODr. Aaron Alexander JoinerDr. Charles Edward Hall JR., MDDr. John Thomas Murphy
Orthopedic SurgeryOrthopedic SurgeryPhysical Medicine & RehabilitationOrthopedic Surgery
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.1 
2.8 
4.8 
24 Years of Experience 7 Years of Experience 32 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish
Muscle Shoals , ALPhenix City , ALMuscle Shoals , ALFlorence , AL
Med School: Kansas City University Of Medicine & Bioscience College Of Osteopathic Med Med School: Liberty University College Of Osteopathic Medicine Med School: University Of Tennessee Health Science Center College Of Medicine
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Medical Specialties

Dr. Jeffrey Spalding Hovater has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Jeffrey Spalding Hovater has the following 18 areas of expertise

  • Arthroscopic Surgery (Arthroscopy)
  • Arthroscopy
  • Bone Fracture
  • Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
  • Dupuytren's Contracture
  • Herniated Disc
  • Hip Osteoarthritis
  • Hip Surgery
  • Joint Pain/Swelling
  • Joint Replacement
  • Knee Surgery (Knee Replacement Arthroplasty)
  • Laminectomy
  • Osteoarthritis
  • Osteoarthritis (Hand and Wrist)
  • Scoliosis
  • Sports Medicine
  • Surgery
  • Wrist Injury

Certifications, License, & Education

24 Years Experience

Dr. Jeffrey Spalding Hovater holds an expired medical license in the state of Alabama.

Medical License

Doctor Of Osteopathy with an expired medical license in the state of Alabama that expired in 2025.

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from Kansas City University Of Medicine & Bioscience College Of Osteopathic Med in 2002.

NPI Number

Dr. Hovater's NPI number is 1639378540.

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Dr. Jeffrey Hovater is affiliated with North Alabama Shoals Hospital, North Alabama Medical Center, and Jw Sommer Rehabilitation Unit.
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