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Dr. William Walker, MD

Cardiothoracic Surgery* Age 68
Dr. William Walker, MD
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Dr. William Walker, MD is a Cardiothoracic Surgeon in Knoxville, TN.
Dr. William Walker, MD
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Dr. William Walker, MD

Cardiothoracic Surgery* Age 68
Knoxville, TN
Accepting new patients
43 years of experience
Dr. William Walker, MD is a Cardiothoracic Surgeon in Knoxville, TN.

About

Dr. Walker graduated from University of South Florida Morsani College of Medicine in 1981 and completed a residency at University Tenn.Dr. William Walker, MD is a Cardiothoracic Surgeon in Knoxville, TN and has 43 years experience. Dr. Walker currently practices at Practice and are affiliated with Tennova Healthcare North Knoxville Medical Center. Dr. Walker has experience treating conditions like Collapsed Lung (Pneumothorax) among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Walker received an average rating of 5.0/5 from patients and has been reviewed 9 times. Dr. Walker's office accepts new patients. Dr. Walker is board certified in Thoracic Cardiovascular Surgery and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG) Surgery
Coronary Artery Bypass with Robotic Assist
Collapsed Lung (Pneumothorax)
Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG) Surgery
Coronary Artery Bypass with Robotic Assist
Collapsed Lung (Pneumothorax)
Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG) Surgery
Coronary Artery Bypass with Robotic Assist
Collapsed Lung (Pneumothorax)
Aortic Aneurysm
Aortic Valve Disease
Aortic Valve Regurgitation
Atrial Fibrillation
Coronary Artery Disease (CAD)
Heart Attack (Acute Myocardial Infarction)
Hypertensive Heart with Failure
Mitral Valve Disease
Mitral Valve Regurgitation
Paroxysmal Atrial Fibrillation
Pericardial Disease
Pleural Effusion
Systolic Heart Failure
Ventricular Tachycardia (VT)
Aortic Valve Surgery
Cardiac Catheterization with Robotic Assist
Maze Procedure
Open Lung Resection or Removal
Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR)
Valve Repair or Replacement (Aortic, Mitral, Tricuspid, and Pulmonary)
Aneurysm
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Aneurysm of Heart
Aortic Dissection
Aortic Ectasia
Aortic Stenosis
Arrhythmias
Atherosclerosis of Aorta
Atrial Flutter
Atrial Septal Defect
Benign Heart Tumors
Benign Mediastinal Tumor
Biventricular Heart Failure
Cardiac Tamponade
Coarctation of the Aorta
Congenital Aortic Valve Disorders
Diaphragmatic and Hiatal Hernia
Empyema
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Endocarditis
Esophageal Cancer
Heart Disease
Hypertensive Heart without Failure
Interstitial Lung Disease
Lung Cancer
Malignant Mediastinal Tumor
Mediastinal Tumors
Metastatic Respiratory System Cancer
Mitral and Aortic Valve Disorder
Mitral Valve Stenosis
Noninfective Endocarditis
Patent Ductus Arteriosus
Patent Foramen Ovale (PFO)
Peripheral Arterial Aneurysm
Peripheral Arterial Aneurysm and Dissection
Pulmonary Disease
Pulmonary Embolism
Pulmonary Insufficiency
Rheumatic Aortic Valve Disorders
Rheumatic Mitral Stenosis
Rheumatic Tricuspid Disease
Ruptured Aortic Aneurysm
Septal Defect
Septic Embolism
Subacute Endocarditis
Thrombosis
Ventricular Fibrillation
Ventricular Septal Defect
Ablation for Cardiac Arrhythmias
Aneurysm Repair
Aortic Arch Repair
Aortic Repair
Atherectomy
Automatic Implantable Cardioverter Defibrillator (ICD) Implantation
Decortication and Pleurectomy
Esophageal Surgery
Heart Defect Repair
Heart Surgery
Heart Valvuloplasty of Mitral Valve Without Replacement
Insertion of Epicardial Lead for Pacemaker or Cardioverter and Defibrillator
Insertion of Left Ventricular Lead for Pacemaker or Cardioverter and Defibrillator
Lobectomy of Lung with Robotic Assist
Lung Surgery
Lymph Node Biopsy or Excision
Mitral Valve Prosthetic Implantation
Mitral Valve Repair
Mitral Valve Replacement
Mitral Valve Surgery
Non-Coronary Angioplasty, Atherectomy, and Stenting
Open Lobectomy
Open Segmentectomy
Pacemaker Insertion or Replacement
Pancoast Tumor Excision
Port Placements or Replacements
Resection of Cardiac Tumor
Thoracentesis
Thoracoscopic Segmentectomy
Thoracoscopic Wedge Resection
Tracheal Surgery
Tricuspid Valve Surgery
Video-Assisted Thoracoscopic Surgery (VATS) or Thoracotomy

Insurance Accepted

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Locations

  1. 1 Family Orthopedic Clinic PLLC
    10810 Parkside Dr Ste 109, Knoxville, TN 37934
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (865) 647-3350
  2. 2 Internal Medicine Assoicates at Emory
    7557B Dannaher Dr Ste 225, Powell, TN 37849
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (865) 647-3350

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Oct 01, 2024
My first visit was to have bypass surgery and they did a wonderful job on me my heart is full of love now and it was all worth it
Jerry Wyatt — Oct 01, 2024
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Specialties*
Cardiothoracic Surgery
Cardiovascular Surgery
Specialties*
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • University of South Florida Morsani College of Medicine
    1981
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Thoracic Cardiovascular Surgery
Board Certifications
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Internship

Internship
  • University Tennessee
    1986
Internship

Residency

Residency Hospital
  • University Tenn
    1988
Residency Hospital
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A list of accepted insurance providers is available on the Sharecare insurance check. It is always a good idea to verify your insurance when making an appointment.

New patients are generally accepted by Dr. William Walker, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Walker's profile.

Dr. Walker frequently treats the following conditions: Collapsed Lung (Pneumothorax). See more on Sharecare.

Dr. William Walker, MD is affiliated with Tennova Healthcare North Knoxville Medical Center.

Yes, Dr. William Walker, MD holds board certification in Thoracic Cardiovascular Surgery.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Tennova Healthcare North Knoxville Medical Center

    7565 Dannaher Dr, Powell, TN