Starr Orthopedics & Sports Medicine
Orthopedics • Athens, TN
Ratings by platform
- Healthgrades and Starr Regional Medical Group for Dr. Michael Veale: 4.9/5 (35 reviews)
- Vitals and Healthgrades for Dr. Rickey L. Hutcheson: 3.8/5 (13 reviews)
What patients say
Patients praise
- Professional and knowledgeable care
- Clear explanations of diagnoses and treatment plans
- Friendly and efficient office staff reported by many patients
- Effectiveness of surgeries and physical therapy approaches
Common complaints
- Reports of poor bedside manner and feeling unheard by some providers
- Occasional complaints about wait times or scheduling difficulties
- Isolated reports of negative staff experiences
In patients' words
"I would absolutely recommend Dr. Veale to anyone in need of an orthopedic specialist. The care he provides is personal. He remembers who you are—you’re not just a number."
— Starr Regional Medical Group patient testimonialMore clinics in Athens
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