OsteoarthritisofHand near Decatur, TX

Biography: John Kristoferson M.D. is a Board Certified Orthopaedic Surgeon. Born into an engineering military family, he grew up in Europe and the Eastern United States. Out of necessity he learned to fix what's broke, a talent which developed into an Orthopaedic career.He attended Trinity University in San Antonio, graduating Summa Cum Laude. He then entered The University of Texas Southwestern Medical School in Dallas, again graduating with highest honors. He completed his training at U.T. Southwestern affiliated hospitals, finishing the final three months working for The National Health Service in Norwich, England.Dr. Kristoferson has been married for forty years, has four adult children and four grandchildren. They are his greatest achievement. Aviation is his primary hobby. He built and flies an experimental aircraft. He also owns and flies a Lake Renegade Amphibian aircraft. A trip to Alaska is on his bucket list.Dr. Kristoferson has extensive experience in nearly all orthopaedic procedures. He is grateful to have lucked into his perfect career choice! He goes to work each day because he wants to, not because he needs to. He is committed to taking the time to understand a patient's needs/desires and facilitating an optimal outcome.

Biography: Jessica Williams, DO, a Farwell native, earned her medical degree from Texas College of Osteopathic Medicine. She then completed her family medicine residency from McLennan County in Waco. She is a member of the American Academy of Family Practitioners, Texas Medical Association, and the American Academy of Hospice and Palliative Medicine. Dr. Williams chose to practice medicine because it allowed her to practice humility in teaching, learning, serving others, and leadership. She is proud to serve the residents of Parker County and surrounding areas. When she is not working she enjoys spending time with her family, the outdoors, traveling, and staying fit. She is currently accepting new patients.

Biography: Dr. Melcher is a board certified family medicine physician. He received his medical degree from Louisiana State University School of Medicine in Shreveport, Louisiana in 2001. He completed his residency at San Jacinto Methodist Hospital in Baytown, Texas in 2004.

Care Philosophy: Dr. Eldon Hopkins practices at North Texas Orthopaedic and Spine. Services include diagnosis, treatment and resolution of joint issues and pain.