Dr. Thomas Starnes, M.D. joined our practice in August 2022. He has been practicing in the Asheville area since 2017 and specializes in both upper and lower extremity injuries. Dr. Starnes is board certified with a certificate of added qualification in sports medicine. He has additional training in ultrasound-guided injections ranging from steroids to orthobiologics (PRP, etc.).
Dr. Thomas Starnes, M.D. joined our practice in August 2022. He has been practicing in the Asheville area since 2017 and specializes in both upper and lower extremity injuries. Dr. Starnes is board certified with a certificate of added qualification in sports medicine. He has additional training in ultrasound-guided injections ranging from steroids to orthobiologics (PRP, etc.).
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Very understanding and thorough. Very easy to talk to.
May-2024
The Doctor and staff were caring and professional. The appointment was on time and thorough. I thank them for their care
May-2024
Very kind, not rushed. Took the time to listen to me and answer my questions.
May-2024
Always friendly and shows compassion and concern about my knee pain.
May-2024
Really liked him.
May-2024
Such a great doc.
May-2024
Very personable and good with a shot
May-2024
Very caring and straightforward. I appreciate these traits in a Doctor.
Thank you Dr Starnes.
May-2024
Excellent and compassionate care!!!!
May-2024
Great bedside manner, friendly but professional. Gave him an A+ for the injection!
May-2024
Excellent! Listens well, easy to talk with, starts with conservative approach to the problem. Love Dr. Starnes
May-2024
I was seen the next day after I called with an issue. He got right to the root of my problem, gave me instructions and I was on my way.
May-2024
Brought my son who broke his arm to see Dr. Starnes, he was EXCELLENT in working with him. He took time to review X-rays (done at a different place), answer any questions, and find a game plan. He really took in to account how active my son is and what would be the best way to get him all healed up. He was amazing!
Apr-2024
Dr. Starnes was very helpful, informed about my ankle injury and was extremely cordial. Thank you Dr. Starnes!
Apr-2024
Thorough exam and imaging. Explained everything and didn’t rush. Highly recommend.
Apr-2024
He is a wonderful doctor
Apr-2024
Very kind - explaining every step he’s taking .
Apr-2024
Very pleased with my experience to today with staff and Dr. Starnes.
Apr-2024
Dr. Starnes is very empathetic and gentle. He knows subject matter well. As an RN, I was a pleasure to be treated by him!
Apr-2024
Dr. Starnes is the best. He always listens and has a genuine concern. He will do his best to try and fix your problem.
I feel blessed to have him as my doctor.
Apr-2024
Friendly, skillful, attentive and showed great compassion
Apr-2024
Very professional, great bedside manner, very competent and compassionate. Two thumbs way up.
Apr-2024
Dr. Starnes was excellent! He listened to me, answered my many questions and gave me answers that put me at ease! I highly recommend!
Apr-2024
Pleasant, thorough and knowledgeable. I'm impressed by the doctors and staff.
Apr-2024
Very good Dr with care and concern for patients. Willing to recommend to family and friends
Apr-2024
On schedule attentive. Friendly and informative.
Apr-2024
Very informative and professional
Apr-2024
Dr. Starnes’ staff and he are proficient and listen intently to my responses. I feel comfortable with his assessments and have confidence in his expertise.
Mar-2024
Gave us good info and very personnel professional
Mar-2024
Very positive experience.
Mar-2024
Dr Starnes was efficient but also listened to and addressed all of my concerns. Highly recommended.
Mar-2024
Friendly and attentive.
Mar-2024
Great dr
Mar-2024
Dr. Starnes is caring, kind and actually talks to you. No hiding behind a computer screen.
Mar-2024
Dr. Starnes is knowledgeable and compassionate. Excellent at what he does.
Mar-2024
Really impressed! Struck me as having the perfect balance of professionalism and personality. Took time to explain various options, possible outcomes and in easily understandable terms.
Mar-2024
Excellent Doctor who is interested in patients and does not rush during the exam.
Mar-2024
Dr Starnes was very professional, courteous, and interested in the reason for my visit. The front office staff was very friendly, efficient, and thorough as well.
Mar-2024
Very straightforward and understandable. He listens and responds with helpful advice.
Mar-2024
Kind. Thorough. Knows his stuff
Mar-2024
Very kind and very skilled professional..
Mar-2024
He is very nice and informative. I would highly recommended Dr. Starnes.
Feb-2024
He is my favorite doctor to see!
Love him.
Feb-2024
great doc. one of our favorites!!!
Feb-2024
Always a pleasurable experience....easy to talk to and get questions answered.
Feb-2024
Fabulous experience - thank you
Feb-2024
He resolved my health issue
Feb-2024
Delightful ! Highly recimnend Dr Starnes.
Feb-2024
Careful listener. Open to questions. Very reassuring.
Feb-2024
Very efficient as well as pleasant .
Feb-2024
Answered all of my questions. Polite, knowledgeable, and helpful.
Feb-2024
Personable, knowledgeable, caring.
Feb-2024
Very professional, & addressed all of my concerns.
Feb-2024
You’re not just a number.
Dr Starnes is awesome 🤩
Best hand dr ever!
Feb-2024
Great guy!
Jan-2024
I don't get the impression that he truly cares about my pain and limitations but more concerned about the workman's comp regulations.
Jan-2024
Dr Starnes deserves my highest rating for both his excellent professional care, but also his caring and “warm” approach in dealing with his patients! He has a way of making you feel as if you are his only patient!
Jan-2024
Knowledgeable and personable. He helped me relax. I appreciate him.
Jan-2024
Very very kind and very informative and knowledgeable
Jan-2024
Very knowledgeable, explained my issue well, gentle with the cortisone injection
Jan-2024
Very personable. Answered all my questions and addressed my concerns.
Jan-2024
Good caring person
Jan-2024
Very friendly and professional. He allowed my mother to stay in her wheelchair for her knee shots, considering her needs and comfort.
Jan-2024
Gentle and caring with adequate information to me as the patient
Jan-2024
Straight up. Honest. Probably nothing that can be done but …”. let’s eliminate the last possible thing that it could be that we can actually treat.” I’m paraphrasing but I’m 66… I’ve had my share of doctors for one reason or another in my life. I’ve been fortunate to have good doctors. I’m confident in this one too. He asked the right questions.
Jan-2024
Dr. Starnes is great! He listened to my concerns and figured out what the problem was before my MRI was done. He gave me a solid plan to work with where I didn’t get that with another doctor. I would absolutely refer him and if the need arises again, I would go back to him.
Jan-2024
I will come back, if needed.
Jan-2024
Attentive. Professional. Thorough.
Jan-2024
Can't wait to see him again what a wonderful person a great doctor and a handsome man
Dec-2023
Knowledgable and very nice bedside manner. I would recommend
Dec-2023
Tom was great. Super knowledgeable and down to earth physician. He spent quite a bit of time with me going over my issues. Thanks again Tom!
Dec-2023
Personable and professional. Good communication.
Dec-2023
So appreciated how he listened and took the time to figure out what could be going on -
Happy to put my name to this review
Locke Harvey
Dec-2023
Very personal and attentive !
Dec-2023
He is very Nicer and clear and understanding,He is one of the good Doctor
Dec-2023
Fantastic Dr. Perfect " bed side manner"
Always listens. Put explanation on the bottom shelf for understanding what is going on. Highly recommend!!!!
Dec-2023
We were very impressed with his knowledge, techniques, and manner. I think he is excellent.
Dec-2023
He was great, very helpful in explaining the problem with my knee. Showed me exercises I could do to help it. I enjoyed my visit and felt he was interested in me as a patient and my health. 5 stars
Dec-2023
Thanks
Dec-2023
Dr. Starnes is very thorough. I always leave feeling better than when I arrived!
Dec-2023
His enthusiasm and concern were appreciated.
Dec-2023
Fantastic. Great at explaining what's going on, helping your explore your options for treatment, and incredibly friendly and approachable.
Nov-2023
One in a million! A true professional in every sense of the word!
Nov-2023
Dr. Starnes has taken excellent care of me. Thank you Dr. Starnes!
Nov-2023
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Asheville Office
18 Medical Park Drive Asheville, NC 28803
Dr. Thomas Starnes, M.D. joined our practice in August 2022. He has been practicing in the Asheville area since 2017 and specializes in both upper and lower extremity injuries. Dr. Starnes is board certified with a certificate of added qualification in sports medicine. He has additional training in ultrasound-guided injections ranging from steroids to orthobiologics (PRP, etc.). He also offers orthopedic injury walk-in clinic hours:
WALK-IN CLINIC HOURS Monday-Thursday: 8:00 am to 3:30 pm Fridays: 8:00 am to 11:00 am
“I pursued a career in medicine because I enjoy continually learning and applying science to help people live actively with fewer symptoms holding them back. My patient care philosophy centers around promoting healthy and active lives by nonoperative, minimally invasive means. I also work closely with other specialists to ensure each patient gets the optimal care they need. In my free time, I can be found mountain biking, watching one of my four children play sports alongside my wife, or at our church.” – Dr. Starnes
EDUCATION University of South Florida College of Medicine Doctor of Medicine (M.D.)Medicine 2009 – 2013
Clearwater Christian College Bachelor of Science (BS)Pre-Medicine/Pre-Medical Studies 2003 – 2007
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Very understanding and thorough. Very easy to talk to.
The Doctor and staff were caring and professional. The appointment was on time and thorough. I thank them for their care
Very kind, not rushed. Took the time to listen to me and answer my questions.
Always friendly and shows compassion and concern about my knee pain.
Really liked him.
Such a great doc.
Very personable and good with a shot
Very caring and straightforward. I appreciate these traits in a Doctor. Thank you Dr Starnes.
Excellent and compassionate care!!!!
Great bedside manner, friendly but professional. Gave him an A+ for the injection!