FRANKLIN, Tenn. — The Tennessee Orthopaedic Society (TOS) proudly recognized Ken Moore, MD, as the recipient of the 2026 Distinguished Orthopaedic Surgeon Award during the Society’s Annual Meeting, held July 31–August 1 at the Cool Springs Marriott in Franklin, Tennessee. The award was presented by TOS President Eric N. Bowman, MD, in recognition of Dr. Moore’s extraordinary career as an orthopaedic surgeon, physician leader, public servant, and advocate for community health.The Distinguished Orthopaedic Surgeon Award is among the Tennessee Orthopaedic Society’s highest honors, recognizing individuals whose careers have exemplified excellence in patient care, leadership, service to the profession, and lasting contributions to their communities.
Dr. Moore’s career has spanned nearly three decades in orthopaedic surgery following completion of his residency at Campbell Clinic in 1975. Throughout his distinguished medical career, he served as Chief of Staff at Maury Regional Hospital and held leadership roles as president of the Tennessee Orthopaedic Society, the Tennessee Hand Society, and the Clinical Orthopaedic Society. He also served on the Board of Councilors for the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons and, following retirement from clinical practice, taught orthopaedic surgery in Bhutan and Ethiopia through the Orthopaedic Overseas program.
Beyond medicine, Dr. Moore has dedicated himself to public service. As the 31st Mayor of Franklin and the city’s second physician mayor, he has led the community with a focus on health, sustainability, and quality of life. His leadership has earned numerous statewide and regional honors, including Tennessee Mayor of the Year, recognition from the Tennessee Municipal League, and the Hank Thomas Award for leadership and integrity. He currently serves on the State of Tennessee Opioid Abatement Council, continuing his commitment to improving public health across the state.
Dr. Moore has also demonstrated a lifelong commitment to humanitarian service. As medical director of the Shalom Foundation, he has provided free orthopaedic care to underserved children in Guatemala and helped establish an outpatient surgery center that continues to expand access to specialized care. His dedication to improving lives extends well beyond the operating room, reflecting a career defined by compassion, leadership, and service.
“Dr. Ken Moore represents the very best of our profession,” said Eric N. Bowman, MD, President of the Tennessee Orthopaedic Society. “His impact reaches far beyond orthopaedic surgery through his leadership, humanitarian work, and unwavering commitment to improving the health and well-being of Tennesseans. It was an honor to present him with the Tennessee Orthopaedic Society’s Distinguished Orthopaedic Surgeon Award.”
During the award presentation, TOS members recognized Dr. Moore’s enduring legacy in both medicine and public service. His career reflects the Society’s highest ideals of excellence, leadership, innovation, and service to patients and communities.
The Tennessee Orthopaedic Society extends its sincere congratulations to Dr. Ken Moore on this well-deserved recognition and thanks him for his lifelong dedication to advancing orthopaedic care, mentoring future physicians, and serving the people of Tennessee.
Ken Moore, MD receiving the 2026 Distinguished Orthopaedic Surgeon Award during the Society’s Annual Meeting, held July 31–August 1 at the Cool Springs Marriott in Franklin, Tennessee. The award was presented by TOS President Eric N. Bowman, MDduring the Society’s Annual Meeting, held July 31–August 1 at the Cool Springs Marriott in Franklin, Tennessee. The award was presented by TOS President Eric N. Bowman, MD.
About the Tennessee Orthopaedic Society
The Tennessee Orthopaedic Society is the statewide professional organization representing orthopaedic surgeons across Tennessee. Through education, advocacy, and professional collaboration, the Society works to advance the highest standards of musculoskeletal care while promoting excellence in orthopaedic surgery and improving patient outcomes throughout the state.