Dr. William C. McGarvey: Board-Certified Orthopedic Surgeon Specializing in Hip, Knee, and Sports Medicine

Dr. William C. McGarvey is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon with over 30 years of experience, affiliated with Methodist Hospital in Arcadia, California. His clinical focus includes:

• Primary and revision total hip and knee arthroplasty
• Sports medicine: ACL reconstruction, meniscus repair, cartilage restoration
• Complex trauma and peri-prosthetic fracture management

Credentials and Training

• Medical Degree: University of Southern California (USC) School of Medicine, 1983
• Residency: Los Angeles County Hospital (high-volume trauma)
• Board Certification: American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery (ABOS)
• Professional Memberships:
  • American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS)
  • Arthroscopy Association of North America (AANA)
  • American Orthopaedic Society for Sports Medicine (AOSSM)

Patient Feedback Highlights

Consistently high ratings across platforms (Healthgrades, Vitals, Google) emphasize:

• Thorough explanation of diagnosis and options
• Conservative approach—surgery only when necessary
• Attentive follow-up and accessibility
• Successful outcomes in complex revisions and athletic injuries

Representative Testimonials

"Dr. McGarvey performed my total hip replacement. He spent 45 minutes explaining the approach, implant choice, and recovery. Six months later, I'm hiking pain-free. His team is exceptional."

"Revision knee after a failed implant elsewhere. Dr. McGarvey identified the infection source, staged the revision, and got me back to tennis. Brilliant surgeon, even better listener."

Practice Information

Methodist Hospital, Arcadia, CA. Accepts most major PPOs, Medicare. New patient consultations typically within 1–2 weeks.

Verify current network status and schedule directly with the office.