Sports Medicine Johnson City, Kingsport & Bristol TN
Sports Medicine • Johnson City, TN • Since 1950 • Multiple (Johnson City, Kingsport & Bristol TN) locations
About
Watauga Orthopaedics, PLC is a multi-location orthopedic and sports medicine practice serving East Tennessee (Johnson City, Kingsport, Bristol). Key points: - Specialties: orthopedic surgery and sports medicine, with on-site PT, PRP therapy, EMG, and MRI. - Services: care for hip, knee, shoulder, hand, spine, foot, and ankle; walk-in orthopaedic care with extended hours (open until 8:00 pm at all locations) and a Saturday clinic in Johnson City. - Locations: 6 offices across the region, including Johnson City (HQ), Kingsport, and Bristol. - Team and scale: multi-specialty, fellowship-trained physicians with physician assistants and nurse practitioners; about 91 employees. - Notable offerings: on-site MRI, physical therapy, PRP therapy, and EMG; strong emphasis on sports medicine and rapid access care.
Clinic Type
Sports Medicine
Address
Not specified on page
Phone
(423) 282-9011
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Opening Hours
Not published — contact the clinic to confirm hours.
Telehealth
Walk-in clinic / Virtual care clinic
Services Offered
Technology & Equipment
Team
Insurance & Payment
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Self-pay pricing, Walk-in clinic pricing, Self-pay pricing (see self-pay pricing page)
Languages Spoken
Pricing
What Patients Say
Overall sentiment across review platforms: positive
- Birdeye (Dr. Thomas Huddleston): 4.7/5 stars (49 reviews)
- Orthopedic Reviews (Dr. John Phillips): 5/5 stars (29 reviews)
- Orthopedic Reviews (Dr. Jonathan Clark): 5/5 stars (33 reviews)
- Orthopedic Reviews (Dr. T. Lisle Whitman): 5/5 stars (40 reviews)
- WebMD (Dr. Todd Fowler): 5/5 stars (15 ratings (10 reviews))
- Sharecare (Dr. James Johnston Jr): 5/5 stars (Not explicitly stated (referenced as overall satisfaction))
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
"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 HuddlestonSynthesized from public review platforms as of Jul 11, 2026 — sources: [1][2][3][4].
In the News
- Ballad Health orthopedic advancement partnership with Campbell Clinic announced | WJHL | Tri-Cities News & Weather — Jun 3, 2026
- BucSports Medicine adds two doctors | Johnson City Press — Jan 2, 2026
- ETSU Health welcoming primary care patients in multiple parts of region — Jan 14, 2026
- Dr. Jonathan Burress, DO - Cardiologist in Bristol, TN — May 14, 2026
- ETSU expands primary care to meet regional needs | Elizabethton Star — Jan 20, 2026
Information sourced from the clinic's website as of July 11, 2026.
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