William Burns MD

Dr. William Burns is a Sports Medicine (Orthopaedic Surgery) physician who focuses on the evaluation and treatment of musculoskeletal and sports-related injuries. He earned his medical degree from the University of Texas Southwestern Medical School and completed postgraduate training at Virginia Commonwealth University Health System, including surgical training followed by orthopaedic surgery residency. He further refined his expertise with fellowship training in orthopaedic sports medicine at the University of Chicago. With more than four decades of clinical experience, Dr. Burns provides comprehensive care for active individuals and athletes, emphasizing accurate diagnosis, evidence-based treatment, and safe return to activity. His approach integrates nonoperative strategies when appropriate as well as orthopaedic surgical options tailored to each patient’s goals and functional needs. Dr. Burns is affiliated with several hospitals in the region, including Baylor Medical Center at Frisco, Medical City Plano, Baylor Scott & White Medical Center – Centennial, Medical City Frisco, and Texas Health Hospital Frisco. He is licensed to practice medicine in Texas.