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 knowledgeable and friendly!
Sep-2025
Wonderful personality! We discussed options for my pain in my knees. Explaining the best treatment.
Sep-2025
Kind, caring and instrumental in my recovery’s speed and quality.
Sep-2025
Always pleasant and listens to what I say.
Sep-2025
Dr. Starns always provides excellent care and answers all the questions that I have. I recommend him to anybody who is looking for an orthopedic doctor. By the way, normally I don’t have much waiting time but yesterday it was an hour. I hope that isn’t the new amount of time.
Sep-2025
Finally, a well managed office with a doctor and staff who actually listen and find solutions. Thank you. I am grateful.
Sep-2025
Just an exceptional need side manner, made me feel like I mattered and that my care was paramount.
Sep-2025
he is the best!!!
Sep-2025
Such a kind and caring doctor.
Always explains anything he does and takes his time to be certain the patient understands.
Professional and respectful.
Sep-2025
Helpful, responsive
Answered all questions.
Aug-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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Very knowledgeable and friendly!
Wonderful personality! We discussed options for my pain in my knees. Explaining the best treatment.
Kind, caring and instrumental in my recovery’s speed and quality.
Always pleasant and listens to what I say.
Dr. Starns always provides excellent care and answers all the questions that I have. I recommend him to anybody who is looking for an orthopedic doctor. By the way, normally I don’t have much waiting time but yesterday it was an hour. I hope that isn’t the new amount of time.
Finally, a well managed office with a doctor and staff who actually listen and find solutions. Thank you. I am grateful.
Just an exceptional need side manner, made me feel like I mattered and that my care was paramount.
he is the best!!!
Such a kind and caring doctor. Always explains anything he does and takes his time to be certain the patient understands. Professional and respectful.
Helpful, responsive Answered all questions.