KOC Maryville Continues Tradition of Orthopaedic Excellence in Blount County
For decades, Knoxville Orthopaedic Clinic has provided trusted orthopaedic care for families throughout Blount County and beyond. Today, KOC Maryville continues that tradition by offering patients access to fellowship-trained specialists, advanced treatment options, and experienced providers who understand the needs of an active community.
Among the providers serving the Maryville office are sports medicine surgeons Dr. Kyle Boden and Dr. Michael Kern, shoulder and elbow surgeon Dr. Aaron Roberts, and physician assistants Rachel Walker and Tyler Holt. These experts and the other members of the KOC Maryville team provide comprehensive orthopaedic care tailored to the needs of their hometown patients.
Supporting Athletes & Active Lifestyles in Blount County
Sports and recreation are an important part of life in Blount County, and KOC Maryville doctors are involved in supporting local athletes and active families. Dr. Boden serves as the team physician for Alcoa High School, Dr. Kern is the team physician for Bearden High School and Maryville College, and Dr. Roberts serves as team physician for Eagleton College & Career Academy.
“The opportunity to serve in the KOC Maryville office has been incredibly rewarding,” said Dr. Boden. “As someone who grew up in East Tennessee, there is no better community to care for athletes of all ages.”
Dr. Kern says the active lifestyle of many Blount County residents makes caring for patients especially rewarding.
“Patients in this community love being outdoors and working hard,” Dr. Kern shared. “They’re great patients and a pleasure to take care of. Helping them return to the activities they enjoy is one of the best parts of what we do.”
Whether treating sports injuries, joint pain, sprains, fractures, or overuse conditions, KOC Maryville providers focus on helping patients recover safely and return to their daily routines as quickly as possible.
Orthopaedic Care Rooted in Community
In addition to caring for patients in the clinic, Dr. Boden and Dr. Roberts also provide orthopaedic emergency coverage for Prisma Health Blount Memorial Hospital, helping care for patients who arrive in the emergency room with urgent orthopaedic injuries.
Dr. Roberts, who has lived and worked in Blount County for the past four years, says serving the community where his family lives has made practicing in Maryville especially meaningful.
“As a native East Tennessean, taking care of my neighbors and fellow community members is a privilege that I’m thankful for every day,” said Dr. Roberts. “We feel incredibly blessed to be part of the Blount County community.”
That sense of connection extends throughout the KOC Maryville team. Rachel Walker, PA-C, says the relationships built with patients over the years are one of the most rewarding aspects of working in Blount County.
“There’s a small-town feel here that allows you to really get to know people,” Walker said. “Those personal connections make caring for this community very special.”
Tyler Holt, PA-C, who has served patients in the area for more than a decade, says compassionate care goes beyond treating injuries.
“Healing is about more than medicine,” Holt shared. “It’s about trust, presence, and showing up when it matters most. The relationships I’ve built and the people I have helped have been the most meaningful part of my career.”
Comprehensive Care Close to Home
KOC Maryville offers patients convenient access to comprehensive orthopaedic services, including a full range of specialties and walk-in orthopaedic urgent care.
By combining advanced specialty care with strong community ties, the KOC Maryville team remains committed to helping patients of all ages stay healthy, active, and doing the things they love.
To schedule an appointment with one of the experts at KOC Maryville, please call (865) 558-4444 or use the button below.