Watauga Orthopaedic Center
Sports Medicine • Johnson City, TN
What patients say
Patients praise
- High levels of professionalism and expertise noted by many patients
- Clear and thorough explanations of injuries and treatment options
- Effective surgical outcomes and pain relief for many individuals
- Appreciation for compassionate bedside manner and willingness to listen
Common complaints
- Long wait times for appointments and at clinics
- Perception of being dismissive, condescending, or judgmental by some patients
- Specific surgical outcomes not meeting expectations (e.g., persistent pain, joint noise)
- Difficulty or frustration with scheduling or administrative processes
In patients' words
"He addressed the underlying problem was very straightforward with his prognosis for treatment and what he felt was the best course of action that best fit my needs."
— Patient review of Dr. John Phillips"Dr. Clark provided terrific care and stayed on top of 3 surgeries to make sure I had the best opportunity of recovery. He was encouraging throughout my ordeal."
— Patient review of Dr. Jonathan Clark"Very rude and uncaring, said he did not have time to do my surgery"
— Patient review of Dr. Thomas Huddleston"Very arrogant and judgemental attitude. Didn't seem to care about pain the person was in. Passed off to another doctor."
— Patient review of Dr. David CarverMore clinics in Johnson City
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