Paul Arden Whatley, MD
A member of Texas Health Physicians Group
Paul Arden Whatley, MD
Orthopaedic Surgery
Ste 200
Denton, TX 76201-5144
About Me
Specialties
Orthopaedic Surgery
Hospital Affiliations
Texas Health Alliance
Texas Health Denton
Gender
M
Languages
English
Education
Hughston Foundation Program - Fellowship - 2008
University of Tennessee Program - Orthopaedic Surgery - Residency - 2007
University of Tennessee Health Science Center - Internship - 2003
Georgetown University School of Medicine - Medical Education - 2002
Bio
Board-Certified Orthopedic Surgeon
Fellowship Trained in Sports Medicine
Paul Whatley, M.D., graduated summa cum laude from Georgetown University School of Medicine in Washington, D.C., where he was awarded the Paul Boller Award for Most Outstanding Surgeon.
He completed his orthopedic surgery residency at the University of Tennessee/Campbell Clinic in Memphis, Tenn., the world's first orthopedic surgery residency program. He went on to complete fellowship training in sports medicine at the Hughston Clinic in Columbus, Ga., one of the premier sports medicine clinics in the country and served as a team physician for the NCAA Division II football national champions, Valdosta State University.
Whatley is a member of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgery, Orthopaedic Research and Education Foundation, Texas Medical Association, Denton County Medical Society, and the American Orthopaedic Society for Sports Medicine.
Having spent much of his career focused on orthopedic sports medicine and treating athletic-related injuries, he brings a strong commitment to helping his patients through customized ACL reconstruction techniques and arthroscopic procedures for rotator cuff injuries. He treats all shoulder conditions, from those requiring rehabilitation, to arthroscopy, to traditional and reverse total shoulder replacements. He sees all orthopedic issues and routinely takes general orthopedic surgery calls and manages traumatic injuries to both the upper and lower extremities, including hip, femur, and ankle injuries in addition to upper extremity conditions.
In 2007, this commitment to serving the unique needs of every patient landed Whatley on a team of orthopedic surgeons tasked with treating a 600-pound polar bear with a femur fracture. The team successfully inserted two plates in the bear's leg to get her back up and moving at the Memphis Zoo.
When not caring for patients, you will find Whatley restoring a classic automobile or on hand at Texas Woman's University or Aubrey High School, where he serves as team physician.
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4.9 out of 5 (140 Ratings, 45 Comments)
Mar 2025Very kind and compassionateMar 2025My 3rd visit and they are always caring and professional. I have recommended them to several people.Mar 2025Very efficientMar 2025Excellent!!!Mar 2025Staff is A+Mar 2025The staf has always been extremely helpful in taking care of meMar 2025Excellent experience! Doctor and assistants make the process very smooth in addressing my issue and I greatly appreciate it.Feb 2025Good experienceFeb 2025Very goodFeb 2025Everything was very organized. I was thrilled to receive my X-ray results via app while still in the office.Feb 2025All of the staff members are very professional and very nice people. Thanks for making me and my mom feel very comfortable. Keep up the great work!!Feb 2025Excellent care!!Feb 2025Very nice manJan 2025Dr Whatley, his nurses and the Xray lady while always professional make my visit fun and personal. Always have time for my questions and to cover everything a couple ways to make sure I understand. Great experienceJan 2025Everyone working in this office always smiles, says hello and ask about my day or comments on something I'm wearing. They are very efficient but don't make you feel rushedJan 2025My visits with Dr. Whatley are always a pleasure as he is very professional and advises me on the status of my shoulder and doesn't try to force me into a decision to have surgery.Jan 2025From entry to exit the staff are all kind and professional no.Jan 2025Very friendly and helpful.Jan 2025Very comfortable and had everything explained to me very well.Jan 2025I admire the delicacy and care when taking the x-rays, thank you very much.Jan 2025I am infinitely grateful to the Spanish-speaking staffJan 2025Excellent, very caringJan 2025Very professional and great customer serviceJan 2025I love this office and my doctors.Jan 2025Excellent!Jan 2025Dr Watley was very kind and understanding.Jan 2025I love how the THPG can share information in the portal so I don't have to take paperwork from one doctor to another and everyone is constantly up to date on the patient (me).Jan 2025I've always had a good experience with Dr. Whatley and staff.Jan 2025It's very evident Dr. Whatley is a highly skilled physician. He is also very personable.Jan 2025Dr. Whatley is personable and knowledgeable.Jan 2025Thank you, for all the help on my telephone .Jan 2025Thank you, for all you do for my wife and I.Dec 2024Back office staff is goodDec 2024Everyone moved accordingly to get my finger through surgery.Dec 2024Very great place to see a doctor!Dec 2024Dr. Paul Whatley is a great physician.Dec 2024Dr Whatley has a demeanor that belies his busy schedule which is comforting to the patient.Dec 2024ALL GOOD!!!Dec 2024Ya'll are top shelf 110 percent!Dec 2024Great experience from the time that I arrived through the office visit and then checking out.Dec 2024Dr. Whatley and Dr. [...] are the top shoulder and knee specialists in the business. I tell everyone about them and tell them not to go anywhere else. I've sent several friends and relatives to them and everyone thanks me. Keep up the great work.Dec 2024Amazing Team.Dec 2024Dr. Whatley rocks!Dec 2024Greatest care ever makes me have hope in the medical industry.Dec 2024Dr was awesome has great bedside manners and made me feel good in understanding all of it. Kudos to you Doc.