Dr. Robert Boykin, M.D. specializes in rehabilitation, prevention and restoring joint function to help ensure patients will continue to enjoy an active lifestyle. He treats shoulder, knee and hip disorders and has been fellowship-trained as a sports medicine surgeon. Dr. Boykin performs cutting edge surgery of the shoulder including rotator cuff repair, labral repair, biceps tendon repair, and shoulder replacement.
Dr. Robert Boykin, M.D. specializes in rehabilitation, prevention and restoring joint function to help ensure patients will continue to enjoy an active lifestyle. He treats shoulder, knee and hip disorders and has been fellowship-trained as a sports medicine surgeon. Dr. Boykin performs cutting edge surgery of the shoulder including rotator cuff repair, labral repair, biceps tendon repair, and shoulder replacement.
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The very best!
(1 week ago)
Oct-2025
Best shoulder doctor ever!!!
(1 week ago)
Oct-2025
He did a thourough exam. Was knowledgeable and professional. I got an injection in my shoulder on site and it was not painful. Thank you Dr. Boykin.
(1 week ago)
Oct-2025
Dr. Boykin is THE BEST!
(2 weeks ago)
Oct-2025
Dr. Boykin fit in our daughter even with a full schedule. He preformed her surgery and was very thorough. He was easy to talk to and very informative. We felt very fortunate to have him for a Dr. to repair her knee and follow up during the recovery process. Highly recommend him.
(2 weeks ago)
Oct-2025
Very nice person. I like him and trust him
(2 weeks ago)
Oct-2025
Dr Boykin is the gentleness surgeon I've ever met. He cares about the outcome of your surgery. He is honest with you and will have you address other issues that may be contributing to your injuries. For that I am so grateful. This shows he really cares and I feel blessed that he is my surgeon.
(3 weeks ago)
Oct-2025
I am grateful that he will treat me for my shoulder pain. Compassionate,truthful and professional. Great Dr.
(1 month ago)
Sep-2025
Fabulous! Listened well and clearly explained everything.
(1 month ago)
Sep-2025
Excellent care and concern. Very efficient and good information. Highly recommend Dr Boykin. My knee is in much better shape!
(1 month ago)
Sep-2025
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Blue Ridge Region: Asheville - Livingston - Orthopedics
75 Livingston Street Asheville, NC 28801
Dr. Robert Boykin, M.D. specializes in rehabilitation, prevention and restoring joint function to help ensure patients will continue to enjoy an active lifestyle. He treats shoulder, knee and hip disorders and has been fellowship-trained as a sports medicine surgeon. Dr. Boykin performs cutting edge surgery of the shoulder including rotator cuff repair, labral repair, biceps tendon repair, and shoulder replacement. In addition, he performs joint preservation surgery for the knee and hip including the treatment of anterior cruciate ligament tears, meniscal tears, cartilage injury, labral tears of the hip, and femoroacetabular impingement.
In addition, he has been extensively published in peer-reviewed journals, authored book chapters, and presented extensive research results at international meetings. He serves as a team physician for the US men’s and women’s alpine ski team and as a consultant to the Royal Spanish Tennis Federation for hip research in tennis players. He and his team currently serve as the medical providers for Warren Wilson College, North Buncombe High School, and Madison High School.
A South Carolina native, Dr. Boykin earned a Morehead Scholarship and graduated with highest distinction from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, where he was a member of Phi Beta Kappa. While in medical school at Vanderbilt University, he was elected president of the Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Society and vice-president of his class. He completed his internship and residency training in the Harvard Combined Orthopedic Surgery Residency Program in Boston, Massachusetts. He served as administrative chief resident for the Massachusetts General Hospital. He also worked at the Brigham and Women’s Hospital, Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center and Children’s Hospital Boston. While in Boston he assisted with care of the New England Patriots, Boston Red Sox, and Boston Bruins.
Dr. Boykin has received extensive subspecialty training in sports medicine, knee, shoulder, and hip arthroscopy at the Steadman Clinic in Vail, Colorado. In addition, he worked with numerous professional athletes and traveled with the US Ski Team. After fellowship, he traveled to Annecy, France, where he completed additional training in advanced shoulder surgery at the Alps Surgery Institute.
Outside of work, Dr. Boykin enjoys outdoor activities and is an avid tennis player. He also enjoys fishing, hiking, skiing, running, and mountain biking. He lives with his wife and children in Asheville.
Education Undergraduate: The University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill Medical School: Vanderbilt University School of Medicine Residency: Harvard Orthopedics Combined Residency Program Fellowship: Alps Surgery Institute, Annecy, France, The Steadman Clinic / Steadman Philippon Research Institute, Vail, Colorado
Honors Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Medical Society Harvard Orthopedics Student Research Fellowship: Proteomic Analysis of Synovial Fluid, Harvard Highest Distinction: BS Biology, University of North Carolina. Chapel Hill, North Carolina, 2002 Phi Beta Kappa: University of North Carolina. Chapel Hill, North Carolina, 2002 Biology Honors Recipient: University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill, North Carolina, 2002 Morehead Scholarship (Full): University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill, North Carolina, 1998-2002 Coca-Cola National Scholar: University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill, North Carolina, 1998-2002 Wendy’s High School Heisman Finalist: Wilson Hall School. Sumter, South Carolina, 1998
Associations American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons (AAOS) American Orthopedic Society for Sports Medicine (AOSSM) Arthroscopy Association of North America (AANA) International Society for Hip Arthroscopy (ISHA)
The very best!
Best shoulder doctor ever!!!
He did a thourough exam. Was knowledgeable and professional. I got an injection in my shoulder on site and it was not painful. Thank you Dr. Boykin.
Dr. Boykin is THE BEST!
Dr. Boykin fit in our daughter even with a full schedule. He preformed her surgery and was very thorough. He was easy to talk to and very informative. We felt very fortunate to have him for a Dr. to repair her knee and follow up during the recovery process. Highly recommend him.
Very nice person. I like him and trust him
Dr Boykin is the gentleness surgeon I've ever met. He cares about the outcome of your surgery. He is honest with you and will have you address other issues that may be contributing to your injuries. For that I am so grateful. This shows he really cares and I feel blessed that he is my surgeon.
I am grateful that he will treat me for my shoulder pain. Compassionate,truthful and professional. Great Dr.
Fabulous! Listened well and clearly explained everything.
Excellent care and concern. Very efficient and good information. Highly recommend Dr Boykin. My knee is in much better shape!