Summary

Dr. William Hobbs specializes in orthopedic surgery with a focus on sports medicine. He earned his medical degree from Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine in Baltimore and completed his residency training at both Johns Hopkins and the Hospital for Special Surgery/Cornell Medical Center Program. Dr. Hobbs furthered his expertise through a fellowship in sports medicine-orthopedic surgery at the Hospital for Special Surgery. With 33 years of experience in practice, he maintains board certification in orthopedic surgery from the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery. He provides care in English.

Dr. Hobbs practices at CHRISTUS Orthopedics & Sports Medicine Institute in Tyler, Texas, and holds an affiliation with Christus Trinity Mother Frances Rehabilitation Hospital. His clinical focus includes treating osteoarthritis and knee-related joint pain. He performs knee surgeries and incorporates physical therapy and strength training into patient care plans. Patients have given Dr. Hobbs an average rating of 3.5 on Vitals.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3.5
  • 33 years of experience
  • 44 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • hospital for special surgery
  • 3 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 14 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Location

CHRISTUS Orthopedics & Sports Medicine Institute

8591 S Broadway AveTyler, TX 75703
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English Speaks Chinese, English
Tyler , TXSugar Land , TXBaytown , TXHouston , TX
Med School: Johns Hopkins Univ Sch of Med, Baltimore Md Med School: Finch University of Health Sciences/The Chicago Medical School Med School: Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania Med School: Baylor College of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by William Hobbs

  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - POS
  • AmeriGroup
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
  • CHAMPVA
  • CHRISTUS Health Plan
  • CHRISTUS Health Plan - HMO
  • CHRISTUS Health Plan - Medicare
  • Cigna
  • Cigna-HealthSpring
  • Cigna-HealthSpring - HMO
  • Contra Costa Health Plan
  • Gilsbar 360 Alliance
  • Golden Rule
  • Healthcare Highways Health Plan
  • HealthFirst (NY)
  • HealthSmart
  • Humana
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - HMO
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Mutual of Omaha
  • Mutual of Omaha - HMO
  • Parkland Community Health Plan
  • Sana
  • Spectera
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC - Workers’ Compensation
  • Superior HealthPlan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Texas Children's Health Plan
  • Tricare
  • Triwest Healthcare Alliance
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • US Family Health Plan
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

William Hobbs has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

William Hobbs has the following 14 areas of expertise

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

Certifications, License, & Education

33 Years Experience

William Hobbs holds an expired medical license in the state of Texas. They are board certified in Orthopaedic Surgery by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.

Board Certifications

Board certified in Orthopaedic Surgery by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.

Medical License

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

Education & Training

Fellowship

Completed their fellowship at hospital for special surgery.

Residency

Completed their residency at Hospital for Special Surgery/Cornell Medical Center Program, Johns Hopkins, and Hosp For Special Surg, Sports Medicine-Orthopedic Surgery; Johns Hopkins Univ Sch Med, Orthopedic Surgery.

Medical School

Graduated from Johns Hopkins Univ Sch of Med, Baltimore Md in 1993 and Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine in 1993.

NPI Number

William Hobbs' NPI number is 1063486462.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is William Hobbs accepting new patients?
William Hobbs is accepting new patients on Vitals. View William Hobbs's profile on Vitals to make an appointment.
Does William Hobbs accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that William Hobbs accepts on their Vitals profile.
Which hospitals is William Hobbs affiliated with?
William Hobbs is affiliated with Christus Trinity Mother Frances Rehabilitation Hospital.
Where is William Hobbs's office located?
William Hobbs's office is located at 8591 S Broadway Ave, Tyler, TX, 75703.
What languages does William Hobbs speak?
William Hobbs speaks English.

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