Dr. James C. Karegeannes [Care-ah-gene-us] graduated magna cum laude from the University of South Carolina Honors Program. In addition to being named a National Merit Scholar, he was also a member of Phi Beta Kappa. He completed medical school at Duke University. Dr. Karegeannes completed his internship at the San Diego Naval Hospital. This was followed by three years as a Submarine and Diving Medical Officer in the Navy.
Dr. James C. Karegeannes [Care-ah-gene-us] graduated magna cum laude from the University of South Carolina Honors Program. In addition to being named a National Merit Scholar, he was also a member of Phi Beta Kappa. He completed medical school at Duke University. Dr. Karegeannes completed his internship at the San Diego Naval Hospital. This was followed by three years as a Submarine and Diving Medical Officer in the Navy.
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He outstanding It understands exactly what you're asking his answers are specific to where you can understand them.
(1 week ago)
Oct-2025
Excellent and thorough explanation of my upcoming surgery.
(2 weeks ago)
Oct-2025
I feel very privileged to have Dr. Karegeannes replace one of my knees.
(2 weeks ago)
Oct-2025
The first visit was very encouraging and I believe he will really be able to help me with this problem I've had to do with for over 1 year.
(2 weeks ago)
Oct-2025
Professional, patient oriented, sense of humor
(2 weeks ago)
Oct-2025
Fantastic!
(2 weeks ago)
Oct-2025
Great doctor
(2 weeks ago)
Oct-2025
Straight shooter
(2 weeks ago)
Oct-2025
Professional, personable, superior reputation.
(2 weeks ago)
Oct-2025
Dr K offered me options that no other Dr has offered me. I felt that he was thinking what was best for me and my situation , not just seeing dollar signs with an up and coming surgery. I would recommend him to anyone looking for an orthopedic surgeon. Thank you!
(3 weeks ago)
Oct-2025
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Blue Ridge Region: Asheville - McDowell - Orthopedics
129 McDowell Street Asheville, NC 28801
Dr. James C. Karegeannes [Care-ah-gene-us] graduated magna cum laude from the University of South Carolina Honors Program. In addition to being named a National Merit Scholar, he was also a member of Phi Beta Kappa. He completed medical school at Duke University. Dr. Karegeannes completed his internship at the San Diego Naval Hospital. This was followed by three years as a Submarine and Diving Medical Officer in the Navy. He then returned to Duke for his Orthopedic Surgery Training followed by a Hip and Knee Replacement Fellowship at The Hospital for Special Surgery in New York City.
He specializes in hip and knee replacement surgery, as well as revision surgery for failed replacements. He performs more than 450 joint replacement surgeries per year. He was named one of the “Top Doctors” for Hip and Knee Arthroplasty, Money magazine, Special Report, “The Best Health Care in America”, in fall 2003. He reviews articles the Journal of Arthroplasty and cases for the North Carolina Medical Board. He is currently the chief of the Orthopedic service line at Mission HCA hospital in Asheville.
He is active in local and national joint replacement organizations to help ensure that patients in our region can access the latest treatment options. He does not accept consulting fees or other payments from joint implant manufacturers to ensure his recommendations for treatment are unbiased and place his patients’ interests first.
Outside the office, he enjoys spending time with his wife, two adult children and one large hound dog. He serves on the local Boy Scout council executive board, enjoys hiking, gardening and burrowing into old books on food and drink culture.
He outstanding It understands exactly what you're asking his answers are specific to where you can understand them.
Excellent and thorough explanation of my upcoming surgery.
I feel very privileged to have Dr. Karegeannes replace one of my knees.
The first visit was very encouraging and I believe he will really be able to help me with this problem I've had to do with for over 1 year.
Professional, patient oriented, sense of humor
Fantastic!
Great doctor
Straight shooter
Professional, personable, superior reputation.
Dr K offered me options that no other Dr has offered me. I felt that he was thinking what was best for me and my situation , not just seeing dollar signs with an up and coming surgery. I would recommend him to anyone looking for an orthopedic surgeon. Thank you!