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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Best knee surgeon in usa
May-2025
One of the best surgeons in Aaheville.
May-2025
Made me feel comfortable and said he would proceed with surgery as soon as possible.
May-2025
I knew he was the docter for me. Hes very nice careing hes a great docter glad GodHelped me find the right person for me.thank you
Karen abbott
May-2025
The care was excellent! Very good Doctor.
May-2025
Very considerate. Found issue quickly. I will follow up if needed.
May-2025
Explained everything detail before and after surgery! Told me what to expect after surgery.
May-2025
Excellent Doctor
May-2025
Wonderful care. Given options for treatment now and in the future.
Apr-2025
Very knowledgeable and kind. He listens to your concerns n doesn’t try to rush out of office. He takes time to answer questions n addresses concerns. Thank you
Apr-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.
Best knee surgeon in usa
One of the best surgeons in Aaheville.
Made me feel comfortable and said he would proceed with surgery as soon as possible.
I knew he was the docter for me. Hes very nice careing hes a great docter glad GodHelped me find the right person for me.thank you Karen abbott
The care was excellent! Very good Doctor.
Very considerate. Found issue quickly. I will follow up if needed.
Explained everything detail before and after surgery! Told me what to expect after surgery.
Excellent Doctor
Wonderful care. Given options for treatment now and in the future.
Very knowledgeable and kind. He listens to your concerns n doesn’t try to rush out of office. He takes time to answer questions n addresses concerns. Thank you