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Specialties

Anatomical

Knee, Shoulder

Treatment

Arthritis, Arthroscopic Surgery, Arthroscopic Surgery, Sports Medicine, Joint Fluid Therapy (hyaluronate injections)

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My approach to treating patients

Welcome to the web site of Dr. Mark M. Williams. I created this web site to familiarize you with my orthopaedic practice, dedicated staff, and the services we provide.

Whether you're making the decision for orthopaedic care, or would just like to expand your knowledge, I hope this site helps you become informed and more confident about the incredible realm of orthopaedic treatments available.

As an experienced physician with nearly 25 years of specialization in orthopaedics, I take a highly personal approach to caring for my patients. I believe the most important aspects of providing quality care are listening to the needs of patients, presenting treatment options to the patient and assisting patients obtain the best possible treatment, including advanced surgical techniques, such as minimally invasive surgery known as "arthroscopy", when necessary.

My practice specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of shoulder and knee disorders, and arthroscopic treatment of these and other problems including carpal tunnel syndrome as I enjoy hand surgery as well. My practice is unique in that we provide a "super-specialized" level of care for these types of problems. When noninvasive treatment fails, I offer state of the art solutions, such as joint fluid therapy and/or arthroscopic surgery. I have a special interest in minimally invasive arthroscopic solutions to common problems. I have been performing all arthroscopic repairs of dislocating shoulders (AKA, labral or SLAP tears) and for tears of the rotator cuff since my one year fellowship in 1992 with shoulder arthroscopy pioneer and innovator, Dr. Steve Snyder (http://www.scoi.com/doctors/sjs.htm).

When you come to see me as your orthopaedic surgeon, I utilize surgery as a last resort. Sometimes through rehabilitation and available prescriptions, your injury may be healed in a nonoperative manner. If you do require surgery, I'll keep you informed of why surgery may be considered, what will be done in the surgery, how long your surgery and recovery may take, and to provide a reasonable expectation for an eventual outcome after surgery.

I look forward to having the opportunity to work with you, and to helping you achieve your best possible musculoskeletal health.

Thank you for visiting this web site! If you'd like to learn more about our orthopaedic practice, please click the "About" button on this web site.

Please feel free to contact us anytime at 850-769-2757 with any questions, comments or concerns. We'd love to hear from you!

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Contact Information

Mark M. Williams, MD, PA Williams Shoulder and Knee Clinic 320 East 19th Street Panama City, FL USA 32405 View map Phone 850-769-2757 Fax 850-769-2455

Other staff in my practice

With a focus on meeting the needs of each patient, this practice also employs a wide range of orthopaedic, allied health and administrative experts. The orthopaedic surgeon on our staff is Board Certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery. When you visit our practice, you'll meet a team of professionals that includes not only our surgeon but nurse practioners and administrative staff who are focused on you and your care.

When you call or come by our office, one of our friendly staff members will schedule your appointment and obtain records from any other doctors who can provide background on your case. Dr. Williams is assisted by his two Nurse Practioners, Kristen Floyd, ARNP, and Angela Williams, ARNP, who may ask you about your medical history and may begin the fundamentals of your examination and initiate a treatment plan. One of them also serves as Dr. Williams' assistant surgeon in the operating room. Our in-office X-ray department offers convenient same day X-rays by our technician, Jim Alexander. Our front office coordinator, Beverly Daniels, will assist you in scheduling any necessary tests or surgeries. She is assisted by our receptionist and marketing liason, Beth Trevathan, who will help obtain any previous medical records which are helpful as we frequently evaluate patients for "Second Opinions" with or without previous surgery, and/or insurance Independant Medical Evaluations or IME's. Dr. Williams serves as an Expert Medical Advisor for the State of Florida Division of Workers' Compensation. Our in-house insurance billing department, led by Machelle Miles and assisted by Becky Smith allows us to assist you with filing your medical insurance on your behalf.

Together, we are committed to providing the best possible orthopaedic care to our rapidly growing patient family.

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