Summary

Dr. William Doherty is an orthopedic surgeon who specializes in both orthopedic surgery and hand surgery. He earned his medical degree from Georgetown University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Hartford Hospital. With 42 years of experience in practice, Dr. Doherty brings extensive knowledge to treating musculoskeletal conditions and hand-related injuries.

Dr. Doherty is affiliated with CHA Cambridge Hospital, Lawrence Memorial Hospital of Medford, and Augusta Health, with practice locations in Cambridge and Medford, Massachusetts. He treats patients with osteoarthritis and knee osteoarthritis, helping manage joint pain and mobility issues. His approach includes physical therapy, strength training, and manual therapy to help patients recover function and reduce discomfort.

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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 SurgeryOrthopedic Surgery
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
42 Years of Experience 13 Years of Experience 13 Years of Experience 7 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish
Cambridge , MAWellesley , MABoston , MARoxbury Crossing , MA
Med School: Georgetown University School Of Medicine Med School: Tufts University School Of Medicine Med School: Harvard Medical School
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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

Dr. William Joseph Doherty holds an inactive medical license in the state of Massachusetts.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an inactive medical license in the state of Massachusetts that expired in 2025.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Hartford Hospital.

Medical School

Graduated from Georgetown University School Of Medicine in 1985 and GEORGETOWN UNIVERSITY SCHOOL OF MEDICINE in 1984.

NPI Number

Dr. Doherty's NPI number is 1669466223.

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Dr. William Doherty is affiliated with Cha Cambridge Hospital, Lawrence Memorial Hospital Of Medford, and Augusta Health.
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