Verified 2026 Physician Ranking

Top Orthopedic Surgeons in Alabama, 2026

Published by Palm Beach County Medical Media Group · Last updated May 1, 2026

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How this ranking was built: We applied PBCMMG's seven weighted criteria (board certification, years in active practice, disciplinary record, aggregate patient reviews, hospital affiliations, specialty training, peer recognition) to every orthopedic surgery physician with active credentialing in Alabama. Sources: NPPES Registry, ABMS, state medical boards, aggregated public review data. Last reviewed May 2026.

  1. #1

    Leroy Atkins, MD

    Orthopedic SurgeryAlabama, AL20+ years in practice

    Leroy Atkins, MD, practices orthopedic surgery in Alabama, AL. NPI-verified active practice since 2006.

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  2. #2

    William Sudduth, MD

    Orthopedic SurgeryAlabama, AL20+ years in practice

    William Sudduth, MD, practices orthopedic surgery in Alabama, AL. NPI-verified active practice since 2006.

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  3. #3

    Jan Vonhoegen, MD

    Orthopedic SurgeryAlabama, AL13+ years in practice

    Jan Vonhoegen, MD, practices orthopedic surgery in Alabama, AL. NPI-verified active practice since 2013.

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  4. #4

    John Murphy, DO

    Orthopedic SurgeryMichigan, MI12+ years in practice

    John Murphy, DO, practices orthopedic surgery in Michigan, MI. NPI-verified active practice since 2014.

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  5. #5

    Derek Klavas, MD

    Orthopedic SurgeryAlabama, AL10+ years in practice

    Derek Klavas, MD, practices orthopedic surgery in Alabama, AL. NPI-verified active practice since 2016.

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  6. #6

    Darren Patel, DO

    Orthopedic SurgeryAlabama, AL5+ years in practice

    Darren Patel, DO, practices orthopedic surgery in Alabama, AL. NPI-verified active practice since 2021.

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