Appalachian Orthopedics

Appalachian Orthopedics is an Orthopedic Surgeon in Bristol, TN, located at 1 Medical Park Blvd # 300E. The practice serves patients in Bristol, Johnson City, Elizabethton, and Abingdon, providing specialized care for bone, joint, and muscle conditions. With roots extending back more than 50 years to when Dr. Sam Huddleston and Dr. Robert Strang, Sr. were the first orthopedic doctors in those cities, the team has maintained a focus on individualized treatment. The staff includes specialty-trained doctors, surgeons, and medical personnel, including Dr. T. Lisle Whitman and the recently welcomed Dr. Kevin Cheshire, D.O. The practice holds a rating of 4.90 based on customer reviews.

The clinic offers a wide range of services, including robotic-assisted joint replacement, cartilage restoration, orthobiologics, and the MISHA Knee System. Patients can access on-site digital imaging, ultrasound-guided injections, and in-office trigger finger release. Physical therapy is available on-site, and the practice manages durable medical equipment and workers' compensation cases. For acute injuries such as sprains or fractures, the OrthoCareNow service provides immediate access to an orthopedic specialist 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, free of charge. This service helps guide patients on next steps, such as self-management, visiting an urgent care clinic, or seeing a specific specialist, typically within minutes. The Bristol location operates within Bristol Regional Medical Center, with walk-ins welcome for urgent orthopedic needs. Hours at the Bristol office are Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. and Saturday from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. The practice is affiliated with Bristol Regional Medical Center, Bristol Surgery Center, Johnson City Medical Center, Johnston Memorial Hospital, Mountain Empire Surgery Center, and Sycamore Shoals Hospital.

Appalachian Orthopedics has been named Best of Bristol in the categories of Orthopedics, Physical Therapy Clinic, and Urgent Care. The practice is known for patient comeback stories, such as that of Brenda J., who returned to cycling after a successful hip replacement. The team also supports patient wellness through the Prescribe FIT virtual health coaching program, which has shown strong outcomes for patients seeking to take control of their musculoskeletal health.

As a regional care facility with over five decades of experience in East Tennessee and Southwest Virginia, Appalachian Orthopedics combines advanced surgical technology with accessible urgent care and dedicated physical therapy to address the full spectrum of orthopedic needs in Bristol and the surrounding communities.