Kenneth P. Butters, MD
During my 40 year career at Slocum, I’ve had the opportunity to actively participate within national societies in hand, shoulder, and elbow care while holding management positions within Slocum, and serve as the chief of surgery at a major hospital.
I’ve been able to share my knowledge and experience through teaching within the Oregon Health & Science University and the Orthopedic Learning Center, and support the University of Oregon athletes as an associate team physician. I enjoy seeing patients comfortably return to their every day activities such as work, hobbies, and sports. Recovering from injury can be a difficult journey, where emotional support and rehabilitation can be equally important as their treatment.
When not practicing medicine, I participate in volunteer work with local charities, enjoy cycling, cooking, baking, maintaining our backyard vineyard, and exploring Eugene’s food carts and brew pubs.
Education & Training
- Fellowships: Hand Surgery, Roosevelt Hospital, New York, NY, 1978 – 1979
- Shoulder and Elbow Surgery, The University of Texas, San Antonio, TX, 1980 – 1981
- Private University Practice: The University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center, Baylor University Hospital, Dallas, TX, 1979 – 1980
- Residency: The University of Texas, San Antonio, TX, 1974 – 1978 Military: Captain, United States Air Force, 1972 – 1974
- Medical School: University of Louisville School of Medicine, Louisville, KY; Medical Doctorate, 1971
- Undergraduate: University of Louisville, KY, Bachelor of Arts, 1968
Credentials
- 40 year career at Slocum in management of upper extremity orthopedic problems.
- Active participation in national societies in hand, shoulder, and elbow.
- Management positions with Slocum and Chief of Surgery term at major hospital.
- Teaching appointment at OHSU. Teaching at Orthopedic Learning Center
