WK Family Medicine Ruston - Willis Knighton Health
Family Medicine • Ruston, LA
About
Willis Knighton Health (WKHS) is a nonprofit, regional health system based in Shreveport, LA, operating eight U.S. locations including a facility in Ruston. It features four acute care hospitals, urgent care, rehabilitation services, and an innovation center. WKHS emphasizes community-focused care and has a history of 100+ years in the Shreveport/Bossier City area. Key points relevant to WK Family Medicine Ruston: - WKHS operates in Ruston as part of its physician network, indicating WK Family Medicine providers or affiliated family medicine physicians may be available there. - Headquarters and primary operations are in Shreveport; Ruston services are part of the system’s expanded regional presence. - Contact options typically include main phone lines (e.g., 1-318-212-4000) and local clinic addresses for scheduling. If you’re specifically seeking WK Family Medicine in Ruston, consider: - Checking the Willis Knighton Physician Net announcements or Ruston clinic pages for Dr. M. Shane Phillips, Dr. William P. Sanders, Dr. Kenneth P. Metoyer, and Dr. Johnathan C. Baines (noted in Ruston-related update) to confirm current Ruston family medicine providers and appointment availability. - Visiting wkhs.com or calling the WKHS main line to confirm Ruston clinic address, hours, and acceptance of your insurance.
Clinic Type
Family Medicine
Address
2916 N. Trenton St., Ruston, LA 71270
Phone
318-254-2892
privacyofficer@wkhs.com
Opening Hours
8:00am – 5:00pm
Telehealth
Offers Virtual Visits
Services Offered
Team
Insurance & Payment
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Languages Spoken
FAQs
What are the clinic's hours?
8:00am - 5:00pm (typical daily hours shown; actual daily schedule may vary).
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What Patients Say
Overall sentiment across review platforms: very positive
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Patients praise
- Thorough and knowledgeable medical care
- Excellent, friendly, and professional staff
- Attentive bedside manner and willingness to listen to patients
- Clear explanations of treatments and health issues
- Timely care and follow-up communication
Common complaints
- Occasional reports of longer wait times
Synthesized from public review platforms as of Jul 11, 2026 — sources: [1][2][3][4].
In the News
- Dr. Payton Whiddon, MD, Family Physician | Ruston, LA | WebMD — Oct 7, 2025
- Willis Knighton Health Announces Ruston Building - Willis Knighton Health - Top Hospitals and Doctors in Shreveport - Bossier City and the Ark-La-Tex — Oct 31, 2025
- Willis Knighton breaks ground in Ruston | Ruston Daily Leader — Feb 13, 2026
- Willis Knighton Health breaks ground on medical office building | Lincoln Parish Journal — Feb 13, 2026
- Willis Knighton Health set to break ground on new Ruston building in 2026 — Nov 3, 2025
Information sourced from the clinic's website as of July 11, 2026.
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