Summary

Dr. William Doherty is an orthopedic surgeon with specialized expertise in hand surgery, bringing over four decades of medical experience to his practice. He earned his medical degree from Georgetown University School of Medicine and completed his residency training at Hartford Hospital. His extensive background spans 42 years of dedicated service in orthopedic care, making him a seasoned specialist in treating complex musculoskeletal conditions.

Dr. Doherty practices at multiple locations throughout the Cambridge and Medford areas in Massachusetts, maintaining affiliations with CHA Cambridge Hospital, Lawrence Memorial Hospital of Medford, and Augusta Health. He focuses on treating patients with osteoarthritis and knee-related joint pain. His treatment approach includes physical therapy and strength training programs designed to help patients regain mobility and function. Manual therapy techniques are also part of his comprehensive care strategy for addressing orthopedic conditions.

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Quick Facts

  • 42 years of experience
  • Hartford Hospital
  • 2 specialties
  • 6 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 3 hospital affiliations
  • 2 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. William Joseph Doherty has 2 locations

Cha Cambridge Hospital

1493 Cambridge StCambridge, MA 02139

CHA One Cabot Care Center

1 Cabot RdMedford, MA 02155

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Orthopedic SurgeryOrthopedic SurgeryOrthopedic SurgeryHand Surgery
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
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42 Years of Experience 13 Years of Experience 13 Years of Experience 52 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish Speaks Spanish, English
Cambridge , MAWellesley , MABoston , MANewton Lower Falls , MA
Med School: Georgetown University School Of Medicine Med School: Tufts University School Of Medicine Med School: Tufts University School Of Medicine
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Medical Specialties

Dr. William Joseph Doherty has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. William Joseph Doherty has the following 6 areas of expertise

  • Hand Surgery
  • Hip Osteoarthritis
  • Hip Surgery (Hip Replacement Arthroplasty)
  • Knee Osteoarthritis
  • Knee Surgery (Knee Replacement Arthroplasty)
  • Osteoarthritis (Hand and Wrist)

Certifications, License, & Education

42 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Massachusetts, 2025, Inactive

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Hartford Hospital

Medical School

Georgetown University School Of MedicineGraduated in 1985
GEORGETOWN UNIVERSITY SCHOOL OF MEDICINEGraduated in 1984

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Which hospitals is Dr. William Doherty affiliated with?
Dr. William Doherty is affiliated with Cha Cambridge Hospital, Lawrence Memorial Hospital Of Medford, and Augusta Health.
Where is Dr. William Doherty's office located?
Dr. William Doherty's office is located at 1493 Cambridge St, Cambridge, MA, 02139.
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