Knoxville Orthopaedic Surgery Center

02/21/2026

Back on the court in just 6 weeks. 🏀

After a right hip replacement, Frederick was able to return to officiating basketball sooner than he ever expected. His recovery is a testament to expert surgical care, clear communication, and a team that stays connected every step of the way.

If joint pain or mobility issues are keeping you sidelined, our orthopaedic specialists are here to help you get moving again.

Click here to schedule an appointment with one of our orthopaedic experts today: https://kocortho.radixhealth.com/dash/self2//provider-search

02/17/2026

Dedicated Spine Care Focused on Getting You Back to Life

Dr. Luke Madigan is a spine specialist driven by a lifelong passion for medicine and a deep interest in the complexities of the spinal cord. Inspired early on by his father, who is also an orthopaedic surgeon, Dr. Madigan brings expertise and compassion to every patient he treats.

With special interests in cervical myelopathy, spinal cord injury, and degenerative conditions of the cervical and lumbar spine, Dr. Madigan is committed to providing thoughtful, patient-centered care. What he enjoys most is helping patients regain mobility, return to their favorite activities, and enjoy life again.

When spine conditions stand in the way of living fully, Dr. Madigan is here to help guide the path forward.

Click here to learn more or to schedule an appointment online: www.kocortho.com/physician/luke-madigan/

02/14/2026

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02/10/2026

02/10/2026

✨AORN Member Spotlight: Holly Frederick, BSN, CNOR ✨

🏥Holly is a Circulator at KOSC and also serves as a contract writer for EBSCO, creating perioperative nursing skills and CE content.
😷With 15 years in perioperative nursing, she brings experience, leadership, and a passion for teamwork to the OR every day.
📚Her advice to new OR nurses? Don’t be afraid to step outside your comfort zone.
Holly loves the collaborative spirit of the OR, especially in orthopedics.
⚽️Outside of work, you’ll find her running, playing soccer, and spending time with family and friends.
🩺Fun fact: she has two sisters in the medical field — one in physical therapy and one who is a physician!
Thank you, Holly, for all you do for perioperative nursing! 💙

02/10/2026

We’re hiring! We are looking for a surgical tech and an x-ray tech who would love a great surgical environment to work in!

Come join our team! We’re looking for someone to fill a part-time benefited role for an x-ray tech and FT surgical tech! No weekends, no holidays, no on-call time!

If you’re interested, please send your resume to beth.russell@kocortho.com

02/07/2026

“During PeriAnesthesia Nurse Awareness Week, we proudly recognize our incredible preop and PACU nurses at Knoxville Orthopaedic Surgery Center 🩺💙 Your skill, compassion, and dedication ensure every patient feels safe, supported, and cared for at every step of their surgical journey. Thank you for all you do! ✨ ”

02/06/2026

A new knee. A new hip. A new personal best. 💪

After undergoing both knee and hip replacement in the same year, Bill didn’t just get back to daily life—he reached a new personal fitness record. His comeback is a powerful reminder of what’s possible with expert orthopaedic care and the right team by your side.

If joint pain is holding you back, our specialists are here to help you take the next step toward recovery and performance.

Click here to schedule an appointment with one of our orthopaedic experts today: https://kocortho.radixhealth.com/dash/self2//provider-search

02/04/2026

Dr. Austin Davidson brings specialized expertise and a patient-first approach to the treatment of foot and ankle conditions. As a lifelong Tennessean with a passion for orthopaedics, Dr. Davidson understands how critical healthy feet and ankles are to everyday life—and how disruptive pain or injury can be when they’re not working properly.

From athletic injuries and ankle arthroscopy to trauma and post-traumatic disorders, Dr. Davidson offers both nonsurgical and advanced surgical solutions designed to help patients return to the activities they enjoy. He is also an OSSIOfiber® certified surgeon, recognized for using innovative biointegrative implant technology when appropriate.

When foot or ankle pain starts holding you back, Dr. Davidson is here to help guide you toward lasting relief and confident movement.

Click here to learn more or to schedule an appointment online: www.kocortho.com/physician/austin-davidson/

01/30/2026

Helping patients return to the activities they love is at the heart of Dr. Robert Smith’s approach to care.

As a sports medicine specialist, Dr. Smith is passionate about guiding patients through recovery and getting them back to an active lifestyle after injury. He has a special focus on shoulder and knee care, using his expertise to treat injuries that can impact performance, mobility, and everyday life.

Click here to learn more or schedule an appointment online: www.kocortho.com/physician/robert-smith/

01/26/2026

Changes for Monday, January 26:

Knoxville Orthopaedic Surgery Center is operating on a two hour delay. Surgery patients should arrive two hours later than originally told.