Summary

John T. Mays, MD, demonstrates his love for sports medicine through his practice at Willis Knighton Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine in Bossier City, Louisiana. A board certified orthopedic surgeon (American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery), Dr. Mays is a local high school football team physician. He enjoys assisting young athletes, as well as more experienced athletes both on and off the field.  

Always starting with the least invasive treatments of home exercises or physical therapy, Dr. Mays has a range of tools in his orthopedic medical tool bag. Patients with the most severe injuries or older age may require more clinical or surgical care. Hip and knee replacements are a specialty of Dr. Mays, and he is known throughout the region for the care he provides to prevent hip arthritis.  

Louisiana Tech University was his undergraduate home where he earned a degree in biomedical engineering. He went to the University of Alabama School of Medicine for his medical degree, followed by an internship and orthopedic residency at the Medical University of South Carolina.  

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Office Locations

Dr. John T. Mays has 2 locations

Willis Knighton Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine Bossier

2449 Hospital Dr Ste 200Bossier City, LA 71111
Mon8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Tue8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Wed8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Thu8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Fri8:00 am - 4:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Willis Knighton Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine Ruston

2313 Common Ct Ste 5Ruston, LA 71270

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3.5
  • 32 years of experience
  • 30 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Medical University of South Carolina
  • 18 written reviews
  • 3 specialties
  • 15 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 2 office locations

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Provided follow-up after the visit
  • Flexible scheduling

Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. John T. Mays

  • AARP Medicare Supplemental Plans
  • Aetna
  • Aetna Better Health of Louisiana
  • Aetna Coventry Advantra Louisiana
  • Aetna Coventry Medicare Dual Preferred
  • Aetna Medicare Freedom PPO
  • Amerihealth Caritas Louisiana
  • Beech Street (Multiplan)
  • Blue Cross/Blue Shield - PPO Preferred Care
  • Blue Cross/Blue Shield Federal Employees
  • Blue Cross/Blue Shield of Louisiana - HMO Louisiana
  • Blue Cross/Blue Shield of Louisiana - Medicare Advantage
  • Blue Cross/Blue Shield OGB
  • CIGNA Healthcare
  • Coventry Health Care (Aetna)
  • First Health
  • GEHA (Government Employees Health Association)
  • Gilsbar
  • Health Plus of Louisiana
  • Healthy Blue
  • Humana
  • Humana Choice PPO
  • Humana Gold Plus SNP Dual Eligible
  • IMA of Louisiana
  • Louisiana Healthcare Connections
  • Louisiana Medicaid
  • Louisiana Medicaid CHIP
  • Mail Handlers Benefit Plan (Aetna)
  • Medicare Railroad
  • Medicare Traditional Part B

Medical Specialties

Dr. John T. Mays has the following 3 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. John T. Mays has the following 15 areas of expertise

  • Arthroscopy
  • Bone Fracture
  • Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
  • Herniated Disc
  • Hip Osteoarthritis
  • Joint Pain/Swelling
  • Joint Replacement
  • Knee Surgery
  • Laminectomy
  • Orthopedic Sports Medicine
  • Orthopedic Surgery
  • Osteoarthritis
  • Osteoarthritis (Hand and Wrist)
  • Scoliosis
  • Surgery

Certifications, License, & Education

32 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Louisiana, 2026, Expired

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Medical University of South Carolina1999

Internship

Medical University of South Carolina1995

Medical School

University of Alabama at BirminghamGraduated in 1994

University

Louisiana Tech UniversityGraduated in 1990

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Frequently Asked Questions

How can I make an appointment with Dr. John Mays?
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Where is Dr. John Mays's office located?
Dr. John Mays's office is located at 2449 Hospital Dr Ste 200, Bossier City, LA, 71111.
Which hospitals is Dr. John Mays affiliated with?
Dr. John Mays is affiliated with Willis Knighton Medical Center.
Does Dr. John Mays accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. John Mays accepts on their Vitals profile.
Does Dr. John Mays accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. John Mays has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.

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