Dr. William Andrew Paton, MD

Dr. William Paton is an orthopedic surgeon who completed his medical education at Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine. With 57 years of experience in orthopedic surgery, he brings decades of expertise to his practice. His extensive career has allowed him to develop specialized knowledge in treating complex musculoskeletal conditions.

Dr. Paton practices at Alaska Native Medical Center in Anchorage, Alaska. He focuses on treating patients with cerebral palsy and addressing limping conditions in both children and adults. His expertise extends to managing congenital digital deformities, which are structural abnormalities affecting fingers and toes present from birth. He performs extremity X-rays to diagnose bone and joint problems and utilizes specialized techniques like the Risser sign assessment for evaluating scoliosis progression.