4.5
11 Ratings with 3 written Reviews
Summary
Dr. William Hess is an orthopedic surgeon who has dedicated nearly five decades to helping patients overcome musculoskeletal challenges. He earned his medical degree from the University of South Florida College of Medicine and completed his residency training at the University of South Florida and affiliated hospitals. Dr. Hess furthered his expertise through a fellowship at Kansas University Medical Center in 1990. Board-certified in orthopedic surgery by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery since 1992, he brings 48 years of clinical experience to his practice. He communicates with patients in English.
Dr. Hess practices at Geisinger Medical Center and sees patients in Danville, Pennsylvania. His clinical expertise encompasses treating back pain during pregnancy and addressing spinal concerns in children and teenagers. He also manages flank pain conditions that affect patients' daily comfort and mobility. His treatment approach includes physical therapy programs, strength …training protocols, and manual therapy techniques designed to restore function and reduce pain. Patients have given Dr. Hess an average rating of 4.6 on Vitals, reflecting their confidence in his care.
Read More Read less Dr. Hess practices at Geisinger Medical Center and sees patients in Danville, Pennsylvania. His clinical expertise encompasses treating back pain during pregnancy and addressing spinal concerns in children and teenagers. He also manages flank pain conditions that affect patients' daily comfort and mobility. His treatment approach includes physical therapy programs, strength …training protocols, and manual therapy techniques designed to restore function and reduce pain. Patients have given Dr. Hess an average rating of 4.6 on Vitals, reflecting their confidence in his care.
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Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 48 years of experience
- 13 insurance plans accepted
- speaks English
- Kansas University Medical Center
- 3 written reviews
- 1 specialty
- 15 areas of expertise
- 2 board certifications
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 2 office locations
- Male
Office Locations
Dr. William Fred Hess has 2 locationsGeisinger Healthplex Woodbine
16 Woodbine LnDanville, PA 17821 Tel: (800) 275-6401
Mon8:00 am - 8:30 pm
Tue8:00 am - 8:30 pm
Wed8:00 am - 8:30 pm
Thu8:00 am - 8:30 pm
Fri8:00 am - 8:30 pm
Sat8:00 am - 12:00 pm
SunClosed
Geisinger Medical Center
100 N Academy AveDanville, PA 17822 Tel: (570) 271-6211
Mon12:01 am - 11:59 pm
Tue12:01 am - 11:59 pm
Wed12:01 am - 11:59 pm
Thu12:01 am - 11:59 pm
Fri12:01 am - 11:59 pm
Sat12:01 am - 11:59 pm
Sun12:01 am - 11:59 pm
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| Orthopedic Surgery | Orthopedic Surgery | Foot & Ankle Surgery | Orthopedic Surgery |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | |
| 48 Years of Experience | 12 Years of Experience | 10 Years of Experience | |
| No Virtual Visit Option | Virtual Visit Available | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks English | Speaks English | ||
| Danville , PA | Greenville , NC | Milwaukee , WI | Danville , PA |
| Med School: University of South Florida, College of Medicine | Med School: Eastern Virginia Medical School | Med School: Michigan State University College Of Human Medicine | |
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. William Fred Hess
Medical Specialties
Dr. William Fred Hess has the following specialty
Specialty Expertise
Dr. William Fred Hess has the following 15 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
48 Years Experience
BOARD CERTIFICATIONS
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
Orthopaedic Surgery
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
Orthopaedic Surgery, 1992
MEDICAL LICENSE
Medical Doctor, Pennsylvania, 2026, Active
EDUCATION & TRAINING
Fellowship
Kansas University Medical Center1990
Residency
University of South Florida and Affiliated Hospita1989
University of South Florida and Affiliated Hospita1982
Medical School
University of South Florida, College of MedicineGraduated in 1981
Albright College (University)Graduated in 1978
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