Summary

Dr. Becker began his practice at KOC in 2000. He is a native of Knoxville and a graduate of Farragut High School, where he now serves as Team Physician. He graduated from the University of Tennessee with honors in biomechanical engineering. Dr. Becker previously anchored the KOC Jefferson City office, but now see patients mainly at the Fort Sanders West office. While in Jefferson City, he served as orthopaedic consultant to the Carson Newman College Athletic Department and currently serves as orthopaedic consultant to the Tennessee Smokies Baseball Team.

Dr. Becker specializes in all forms of shoulder and knee surgery ranging from arthroscopic rotator cuff repair and arthroscopic ACL reconstruction to total knee replacement. To date, he has performed over 1000 rotator cuff repairs and ACL reconstructions.

A member of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons and the American Orthopaedic Society of Sports Medicine, Dr. Becker is also Board Certified in Sports Medicine.

Stephanie, Dr. Becker’s wife, is an internal medicine physician at Parkwest. They have five children. He enjoys spending time with his family, coaching AYSO Soccer and CBFO Football, and serving as Youth Leader for his church. His hobbies include physical conditioning, boating activities, traveling and snow skiing.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4
  • 32 years of experience
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • University Of Tennessee Health Science Center
  • 6 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 4 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 5 hospital affiliations
  • 4 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Locations

Dr. Paul Lawrence Becker has 4 locations

Jefferson Memorial Hospital

110 Hospital DrJefferson City, TN 37760

Parkwest Medical Center

9352 Park West BlvdKnoxville, TN 37923

Knoxville Orthopaedic Clinic

7750 Dannaher DrPowell, TN 37849
Mon8:00 am - 8:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 8:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 8:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 8:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 4:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Jefferson City , TNWestfield , NJMiddletown , NJKnoxville , TN
Med School: University Of Tennessee Health Science Center College Of Medicine Med School: St Christopher Iba Mar Diop College Of Medicine Med School: Ross University School Of Medicine Med School: University Of Toledo College Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Paul Lawrence Becker

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Medical Specialties

Dr. Paul Lawrence Becker has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Paul Lawrence Becker has the following 4 areas of expertise

  • Hip Osteoarthritis
  • Knee Osteoarthritis
  • Orthopedic Surgery
  • Osteoarthritis (Hand and Wrist)

Certifications, License, & Education

32 Years Experience

Dr. Paul Lawrence Becker holds an expired medical license in the state of Tennessee.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Tennessee that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at University Of Tennessee Health Science Center.

Medical School

Graduated from University Of Tennessee Health Science Center College Of Medicine in 1994.

NPI Number

Dr. Becker's NPI number is 1205804473.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which hospitals is Dr. Paul Becker affiliated with?
Dr. Paul Becker is affiliated with Jefferson Memorial Hospital, Parkwest Medical Center, Tennova Healthcare Turkey Creek Medical Center, Tennova Healthcare North Knoxville Medical Center, and Morristown Hamblen Healthcare System.
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