William C. Muse, DO

Orthopedic Sports Medicine

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Overview

Area of focus i

  • Arthritis
  • Tendonitis
  • Musician Injuries

Languages spoken

  • English
  • Spanish (some)

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About

Philosophy of care

My philosophy is to treat each patient as if they were my own family. I want patients to feel heard and have a firm understanding of their diagnosis and treatment options. We work together to come up with the treatment plan that works best.

Why I entered medicine

My grandfather was a physician and my mother a nurse, so I was introduced to the medical field at a young age. I saw how caring they were with their patients, the difference they made in peoples’ lives and how rewarding their careers were for them. Following in their footsteps, I specializing in sports medicine, combining my own interest in athletics with a medical career. I realized sports medicine isn't just for athletes, but for everyone, to help us keep moving, and that exercise truly is medicine. As I advanced in my training, I met my future wife, a professional oboist. That exposed me to the many injuries musicians can experience. Musicians sometimes play through pain or injury due to the demanding nature of their work. I saw a need for improved medical care for this population as well as better communication about treatment options for many of their injuries.

Community involvement

I have covered multiple sporting events over the years, including races, marathons and high school/collegiate contests. More recently, I served as the team physician for Johnson & Wales University in Rhode Island. I also enjoyed coaching Little League Baseball. I look forward to serving the Lehigh Valley.

Personal interests

I enjoy time with my wife and dogs, exercise, attending concerts, playing piano/guitar and cheering for the Baltimore Orioles.

U.S. News & World Report ranks Lehigh Valley Hospital 20th in the country for orthopedic care
Lehigh Valley Hospital is ranked 20th in the country for orthopedic care on the 2024-2025 U.S. News & World Report Best Hospitals list. Our team of more than 200 orthopedic specialists provide award-winning, nationally-recognized care with experience, expertise and leading-edge technology.
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Education

Undergraduate
 Loyola University, BS - Bachelor of Science, 2009

Medical Training
 Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine - Bradenton Campus, DO - Doctor of Osteopathy, 2016

Training

Residency 2019
 Internal Medicine, Summa Health System, Akron, OH

Fellowship 2020
 Sports Medicine, Summa Health System, Akron, OH

Certifications

American Board of Internal Medicine - Internal Medicine
American Board of Emergency Medicine - Sports Medicine

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