Our hands and upper extremities carry out daily tasks that are vital to our lives. Their importance is often forgotten until pain or stiffness starts to cause limitations in your normal routines.

At Appalachian Orthopedics, we understand the importance the hand and upper extremities have on each of our patient’s lives. Committed to educating our patients about the care available to them, our doctors have created the Online Guide to Hand & Upper Extremity Care.

Our hand and upper extremity experts, Jason Brashear, M.D., Jonathan Clark, M.D., James Goss, M.D., John Holbrook, M.D., Gabriel Hommel, M.D., Matthew Lamagna, D.O., Bart McKinney, M.D., John Phillips, M.D., Phillip Sussman, D.O., Larry Waldrop II, M.D., and T. Lisle Whitman, M.D., are specialty-trained surgeons who are committed to offering exceptional care focused on helping patients restore strength and optimize their functionality.

Our doctors are dedicated to providing the highest standards of patient-centered care. They work closely with you to ensure a precise and thorough diagnosis of your condition or injury, followed by a treatment plan tailored to your unique needs.

To support you and your loved ones in making informed care decisions, refer to our Online Guide to Hand & Upper Extremity Care. This resource offers valuable information on treatment options, care management, pre- and postsurgical care, injury prevention, and answers to common questions.

Patient Consultation

For those experiencing chronic pain, injuries, or conditions in the upper extremities, we are here to provide the specialized care you need. At Appalachian Orthopedics, our experts in hand, wrist, elbow, and shoulder care offer personalized treatment tailored to your unique needs and goals, helping you return to what you love most.

To schedule an appointment with one of our hand and upper extremity doctors, please schedule an appointment online or call one of our locations: (276) 477-1443 for Abingdon, (423) 844-6450 for Bristol Regional Medical Center, (423) 518-1670 for Elizabethton, or (423) 434-6300 for Johnson City.