Meet the Newest Physicians at TOC: Leaders in Orthopaedics and Sports Medicine
At The Orthopaedic Center (TOC), we are proud to welcome three exceptional new physicians to our team, each bringing advanced expertise, compassionate care, and a deep commitment to the communities we serve. From complex trauma and joint reconstruction to non-surgical sports medicine, these specialists are here to help you move better and live stronger.
Wesley Honeycutt, MD
Orthopaedic Trauma Surgery
Born and raised in Huntsville, Dr. Wesley Honeycutt returns home with world-class training and a mission to serve. A fellowship-trained orthopaedic trauma surgeon, Dr. Honeycutt specializes in complex fracture care, pelvis and acetabular reconstruction, and nonunion fracture revision. After earning his medical degree and completing residency at the University of South Alabama, he trained at Emory University’s Grady Memorial Hospital, one of the nation’s busiest Level I trauma centers.
Dr. Honeycutt also brings invaluable experience from his service in the U.S. Air Force, where he treated high-acuity trauma at Brooke Army Medical Center and trained military medical personnel. With numerous academic presentations, published research, and a heart for community service, Dr. Honeycutt is dedicated to restoring mobility and hope for patients across North Alabama.
Cody Russell, MD
Sports Medicine
Dr. Cody Russell joins TOC with a passion for keeping athletes and active individuals at their best. A former collegiate decathlete, Dr. Russell brings personal insight and professional excellence to his work in non-surgical sports medicine. After completing medical school at East Tennessee State University and residency in Emergency Medicine, he pursued fellowship training in Primary Care Sports Medicine at Case Western Reserve University in Cleveland, Ohio.
Dr. Russell has cared for athletes at every level, from the Cleveland Browns and Ironman Florida and will be with high school teams right here in Huntsville. Board-certified and fellowship-trained, he focuses on diagnosing and treating musculoskeletal injuries without surgery, helping patients of all ages return to the activities they love with confidence and care.
John David Murphy, DO, MBA
General Orthopaedics
Dr. John David Murphy brings high-level expertise in joint replacement and limb preservation to TOC and Huntsville Hospital. A North Alabama native, Dr. Murphy earned his medical degree from the Alabama College of Osteopathic Medicine and holds an MBA from Troy University. He completed his orthopaedic residency in Tampa Bay, followed by an advanced fellowship in Adult Limb Reconstruction at UAB.
With special interests in robotic-assisted surgery, primary and revision total joint arthroplasty, and innovative surgical technologies, Dr. Murphy is committed to delivering personalized, evidence-based care to patients with joint degeneration or complex orthopaedic needs. His return to the region reflects his dedication to serving his community with skill, heart, and a deep respect for every patient’s journey toward healing.
Whether you’re recovering from an injury, managing chronic joint pain, or seeking non-surgical treatment, our newest physicians bring unmatched training and a shared commitment to improving lives through expert orthopaedic care.