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William J. Markowski, MD

Orthopedic Surgeon located in Niceville, FL & Crestview, FL, & Destin, FL

About Dr. Markowski

William Markowski, MD, is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon at Bluewater Orthopedics in Crestview, Niceville, and Destin, Florida.  Dr. Markowski specializes in total joint replacement of the knee, hip and shoulder.  He performs the direct anterior hip replacement procedure.  Other areas of interest include knee and shoulder arthroscopy, hand surgery, fracture care and sports medicine injuries. 

Dr. Markowski received his Bachelor of Science in pre-medicine at Penn State University. He attended medical school at Jefferson Medical College in Philadelphia, where he also achieved membership in the Alpha Omega Alpha (AOA) Medical Honor Society.

He began his General Surgery internship year at Abington Memorial Hospital in Abington, PA, and then proceeded to continue his Orthopedic Surgery residency at Thomas Jefferson University Hospital in Pennsylvania. Dr. Markowski completed his training in total joint replacement at the Rothman Institute in Philadelphia.

Dr. Markowski moved to the Florida Panhandle in 1993 to serve four years of active duty for the United States Air Force. He left the Air Force in 1997 and joined Dr. Fox at Bluewater Orthopedics. He is a fellow of the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons, current president of the Caduceus Society, and a board member of the Sacred Heart Hospital on the Emerald Coast. He is affiliated with The Destin Surgery Center, Sacred Heart Hospital on the Emerald Coast, Twin Cities Hospital and North Okaloosa Medical Center. 

When he is not working, Dr. Markowski enjoys spending time with his wife in addition to golfing, working out at the gym, and working in the yard. He is an active member at Christ Our Redeemer Parish in Niceville. Dr. Markowski has enjoyed four weeklong backpacking adventures to the bottom of the Grand Canyon. His favorite sports teams are the Penn State Nittany Lions and the Philadelphia Eagles.

William Markowski, MD, is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon at Bluewater Orthopedics in Crestview, Niceville, and Destin, Florida.  Dr. Markowski specializes in total joint replacement of the knee, hip and shoulder.  He performs the direct anterior hip replacement procedure.  Other areas of interest include knee and shoulder arthroscopy, hand surgery, fracture care and sports medicine injuries. 

Dr. Markowski received his Bachelor of Science in pre-medicine at Penn State University. He attended medical school at Jefferson Medical College in Philadelphia, where he also achieved membership in the Alpha Omega Alpha (AOA) Medical Honor Society.

He began his General Surgery internship year at Abington Memorial Hospital in Abington, PA, and then proceeded to continue his Orthopedic Surgery residency at Thomas Jefferson University Hospital in Pennsylvania. Dr. Markowski completed his training in total joint replacement at the Rothman Institute in Philadelphia.

Dr. Markowski moved to the Florida Panhandle in 1993 to serve four years of active duty for the United States Air Force. He left the Air Force in 1997 and joined Dr. Fox at Bluewater Orthopedics. He is a fellow of the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons, current president of the Caduceus Society, and a board member of the Sacred Heart Hospital on the Emerald Coast. He is affiliated with The Destin Surgery Center, Sacred Heart Hospital on the Emerald Coast, Twin Cities Hospital and North Okaloosa Medical Center. 

When he is not working, Dr. Markowski enjoys spending time with his wife in addition to golfing, working out at the gym, and working in the yard. He is an active member at Christ Our Redeemer Parish in Niceville. Dr. Markowski has enjoyed four weeklong backpacking adventures to the bottom of the Grand Canyon. His favorite sports teams are the Penn State Nittany Lions and the Philadelphia Eagles.


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Recent Patient Testimonials


"Always satisfied with my visit with Dr. Markowski. No matter what I am being seen for he is attentive and works with me for the best treatment for me at any point in time."

"We were so happy when we left his office.....he expland in detail where all my breaks were and my husband LOVED him! Would tell everyone that needed help to go to him!"

"Dr. Markowski and his staff are courteous and professional in every way. The wait times are always short, and the doctor always gives all of his attention, taking as much time as I need to answer any questions or concerns. I would highly recommend Dr. Markowski to anyone needing chiropractic treatment, as he is an amazing surgeon who replaced both my knees on two separate occasions this year. The experience was way better than expected! Most of this is attributed to Dr. Markowski!!"

"I had a total replacement of my right knee. Dr. Markowski did a wonderful job with my surgery. The staff was always available and helpful. I couldn’t be happier that I chose Dr. Markowski for my surgery. I always felt like he cared and wanted the best outcome for me. Thanks to all at the Destin office of BlueWater Orthopedics."

"The Nurses and staff of Dr. Markowski are always courteous and make you feel like family. Dr. Markowski has been my family Dr for over 20 years for Orthopedic procedures. I thank him and his staff for their care."

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