William Owen Hopkins
Orthopedist
7301 Mission Rd Prairie Village KS, 66208About
William Owen Hopkins, MD, is an established orthopedic surgeon in Prairie Village, Kansas, where he serves as orthopedic consultant for organizations. He received his medical degree in 1961 at the University of Missouri School of Medicine. Dr. Hopkins is a member of the Missouri State Orthopedic Association and the Shawnee Mission Hospital Academy.
Education and Training
MD at the University of Missouri School of Medicine
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William Owen Hopkins's Expert Contributions
What does it mean when your knee is swollen but doesn't hurt?
There is something abnormal in the knee which needs evaluation. READ MORE
Can running hurt a bulging disc?
Yes. READ MORE
Severe muscle soreness?
Compartment leg pain. READ MORE
Does tendonitis ever fully heal?
Yes. READ MORE
What causes bone pain in the foot?
Arthritis, stress fracturing, and fasciatis. READ MORE
Can hip bursitis cause pain down the leg?
Usually lateral thigh, can go to knee. READ MORE
When is a sprain considered serious?
Always. READ MORE
I have a bulging bone just below my toe. What could it be?
Sesamoid bone. READ MORE
What is the treatment for musculoskeletal pain?
initially an exercise program, modified under the direction of a therapist READ MORE
My mother is diagnosed with osteonecrosis. Is there a treatment for this condition?
Depends on the location. Surgery may be a requirement. READ MORE
My 80 year old mother recently fell and fractured her ankle. How long should it take for her to recover?
6 months. READ MORE
I feel like I have a hunchback. What should I do?
Take an X-ray. READ MORE
Is there a cure for bursitis?
Yes. READ MORE
I have a weird pain from my breast bone to my arms. What could be causing this?
Have your shoulder and neck examined. READ MORE
Why do I have pain in my groin area during certain movements?
Yes. READ MORE
The bone in wrist hurts so badly. Can this be treated?
An X-ray. READ MORE
Will steroids help in treating my joint pain?
No. READ MORE
I have a strange tingling sensation and a little pain in my hips. What could this be?
Sciatic nerve irritation. READ MORE
Can I start playing tennis six months after my knee replacement surgery?
no READ MORE
I am experiencing slight numbness and some pain after my elbow fracture surgery. What could be the reason?
Not normal, you have nerve pressure. READ MORE
Areas of expertise and specialization
Faculty Titles & Positions
- Professor at the University of Missouri -
Internships
- University of Missouri- 1967
Professional Society Memberships
- Missouri State Orthopedic Association, Shawnee Mission Hospital Academy
Articles and Publications
- Published Articles
What do you attribute your success to?
- His parents for their influence, support, guidance, and sacrifice.
Hobbies / Sports
- Making Furniture
Favorite professional publications
- Spine Magazine
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