Donavan K. Murphy
Expertise in
3
conditions
Expertise in
3
conditions

Overview

Dr. Murphy received his medical degree from Texas Tech University Health Science Center School of Medicine in Lubbock, TX, where he is proud to have served as president of his medical school class for four years. After his Orthopedic Surgery residency at Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Temple, he received specialty training as a fellow of the San Francisco Shoulder, Elbow and Hand Clinic. Dr. Murphy treats his patients with compassionate, individualized care. He strives to help his patients return to the activities they enjoy as quickly and safely as possible. Dr. Murphy has been recognized as a Top Doc 2022, 2023, 2024, and 2025 by Austin Monthly Magazine. Winners are nominated by their peers as among the best in their region/nation in their medical specialty. Dr. Murphy is part of a care team with his Physician Assistant, Nidhi Dover . These teams are designed to enhance their ability to deliver personalized care to their patients.

Dr. Murphy is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Axillary Nerve Dysfunction, Tendinitis, Acute Pain, and Hip Replacement.

His clinical research consists of co-authoring 2 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.

Graduate Institution

San Francisco Shoulder Elbow And Hand Clinic - 2016

Residency

Orthopedic Surgery, Texas A and M College of Medicine/Scott and White - 2015

Specialties

Orthopedics
Sports Medicine

Licenses

Orthopaedic Surgery in TX

Board Certifications

Orthopaedic Surgery- American Board Of Orthopaedic Surgery

Fellowships

Ortho Surgery - Shoulder, Elbow & Hand, San Francisco Shoulder Elbow and Hand Clinic - 2016

Hospital Affiliations

Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Round Rock
Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Buda
Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Pflugerville (Building 1)
Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Lakeway
Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Austin
Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Marble Falls

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Male

Insurance

Accepted insurance can change. Please verify directly with the provider.

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Accepted insurance plans:

Aetna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Anthem BCBS
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Baylor Scott & White Health
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Cambia Health Solutions
  • EPO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • PPO
Cigna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
FirstCare
  • HMO
Health Care Services Corporation
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
  • PPO
Humana
  • HMO
  • INDEMNITY
  • POS
  • PPO
Managed Medicaid
  • OTHER MANAGED MEDICAID
Medicare
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Oscar
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Premera Blue Cross
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • PPO
Superior Health Plan
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
TeamCare
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
UnitedHealthcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Wellcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
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Locations

Baylor Scott & White Specialty Clinic - Lakeway
200 Medical Pkwy, Lakeway, TX 78738
Other Locations
Baylor Scott & White Clinic - Austin Oak Hill
Austin, TX 78735
Baylor Scott & White Clinic - Austin North Burnet
2608 Brockton Dr, Austin, TX 78758

Clinical Research

Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.


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What conditions does Dr. Donavan K. Murphy specialize in?

While Dr. Donavan K. Murphy is a Orthopedics, they have specific expertise in Osteoarthritis, Axillary Nerve Dysfunction, and Tendinitis. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Orthopedics.

Does Dr. Donavan K. Murphy participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Donavan K. Murphy has published 2 articles and abstracts on conditions like Osteoarthritis. You can view a list of Dr. Donavan K. Murphy's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

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Dr. Donavan K. Murphy accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 512-654-1234 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

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