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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Dr. Starnes is a wonderful caregiver! Patient and kind.
(5 days ago)
Nov-2025
Very professional and helpful he made me feel comfortable and informed!
(6 days ago)
Nov-2025
The best
(1 week ago)
Nov-2025
He was informative, thorough, and friendly!
(1 week ago)
Nov-2025
Very focused and listened to my concerns regarding the procedure. We discussed the follow up in detail in detail. Very pleasant.
(2 weeks ago)
Nov-2025
Dr Starnes is a great sports medicine Doctor. He listens to his patients and helps plan strategies for healing and recovery
(2 weeks ago)
Nov-2025
So very reassuring about the procedure for the visit. Understood my nerves. Calm and explained each step.
On a followup visit, again, that same help, confidence, competence, and kind and caring personality behind the professional lab coat.
(3 weeks ago)
Oct-2025
Dr. Starnes is always efficient, a good listener. He’s good at his job.
(3 weeks ago)
Oct-2025
Great Listener and communicator. Listen carefully and involved me in Plan of Care. Provided hip exercise exercises as I’ve requested. Excellent
(3 weeks ago)
Oct-2025
Excellent professional pretty cool guy.
(3 weeks ago)
Oct-2025
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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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Dr. Starnes is a wonderful caregiver! Patient and kind.
Very professional and helpful he made me feel comfortable and informed!
The best
He was informative, thorough, and friendly!
Very focused and listened to my concerns regarding the procedure. We discussed the follow up in detail in detail. Very pleasant.
Dr Starnes is a great sports medicine Doctor. He listens to his patients and helps plan strategies for healing and recovery
So very reassuring about the procedure for the visit. Understood my nerves. Calm and explained each step. On a followup visit, again, that same help, confidence, competence, and kind and caring personality behind the professional lab coat.
Dr. Starnes is always efficient, a good listener. He’s good at his job.
Great Listener and communicator. Listen carefully and involved me in Plan of Care. Provided hip exercise exercises as I’ve requested. Excellent
Excellent professional pretty cool guy.