KOC Provider Talks with WATE About Winter Weather Injuries

As icy and frigid weather hit most of East Tennessee, providers with Knoxville Orthopaedic Clinic offered treatment for patients and tips to avoid weather-related injuries. KOC physician assistant Kadie Orenstein treated patients at KOC Urgent Care-University and saw a variety of injuries, from patients slipping on ice around their homes, to those participating in winter sports like skiing or snowboarding. … Read More

KOC Surgeon Talks with WBIR on New Year’s Tips to Avoid Injury

Did you make a New Year’s resolution to be more active? We love to see our patients set goals to add more movement to their lives. However, jumping in full force can lead to injury and burnout. Knoxville Orthopaedic Clinic surgeon Dr. David Cooper sat down with WBIR and says it’s better to take small steps and build up slowly. … Read More

KOC Surgeons Perform First Total Ankle Replacement at Surgery Center  

Two surgeons with Knoxville Orthopaedic Clinic have performed a successful total ankle replacement at Knoxville Orthopaedic Surgery Center, the first procedure of its kind to take place at any Knoxville outpatient surgery center. The new option is possible due to insurance changes allowing total ankle replacement patients to select a surgery center over a traditional hospital setting for their procedure. … Read More

New Year’s Hours for KOC Urgent Care

In observance of the holidays, our offices will have adjusted hours as we head into the new year. We hope you have a safe and happy holiday, and we’ll see you in 2026!

Christmas Hours for KOC Urgent Care

In observance of the holidays, our Urgent Care clinics will have adjusted walk-in hours so our team members can spend time with their families.

Dr. Ivy Retires After 31 Years of Excellence in Hand Surgery

Dr. Robert Ivy is retiring at the end of 2025 after 31 years as a hand surgeon, many of which were also spent serving as president of Knoxville Orthopaedic Clinic. He has made a lasting impact on the Knoxville community, including patients, physician colleagues and staff. “Dr. Ivy’s wisdom, compassion and leadership demonstrated what it means to be a KOC … Read More

WBIR: KOC Physician Offers Winter Sports Safety Tips

Have you heard of a “snowboarder’s fracture”? Knoxville Orthopaedic Clinic foot and ankle specialist Dr. Mary Crowe said a fracture of the talus is so specific to snowboarders that it’s named for them and can happen when a foot is pulled up and twisted. Slopes have recently opened at Ober Mountain in Gatlinburg. Dr. Crowe talked with WBIR about how … Read More

KOSC Earns ‘Top Ambulatory Surgery Center’ for Fifth Consecutive Year

Knoxville Orthopaedic Surgery Center (KOSC) has been recognized as a 2025 Leapfrog Top Ambulatory Surgery Center (ASC) for the fifth consecutive year for practicing the highest patient safety standards. The facility is one of only 37 surgery centers nationwide to receive the competitive award and the only one recognized in the Knoxville area. The honor is presented by The Leapfrog … Read More

KOC Breaks Ground on New Alcoa Clinic

Knoxville Orthopaedic Clinic is excited to announce that construction has begun on its second location in Blount County. KOC Alcoa will be part of the Springbrook Farm development right off Alcoa Highway. “As demand for orthopaedic and outpatient services continues to grow, this facility expands our presence in Blount County, where we have provided comprehensive orthopaedic care for more than … Read More

Santa is Coming to KOC Oak Ridge Dec. 10!

Our annual holiday tradition at KOC Oak Ridge is back! We invite you and your family to our office at 90 Vermont Avenue to meet Santa and Mrs. Claus, drink hot cocoa, and enjoy the magic of the season. Drop in Wednesday, December 10, Any time between 2 p.m. and 6 p.m.! Please join us!