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- Board Certified
Biography
Dr. Robert Boykin is an orthopedic surgeon at EmergeOrtho, Blue Ridge Bone Division in Asheville, NC. As a fellowship trained sports medicine and shoulder surgeon, he specializes in disorders of the s… Read more ›
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He is an excellent doctor. He helped me with my shoulder… Everyone loves him. His bedside manner is excellent and he's an expert in his field. You couldn't get a better orthopedic surgeon anywhere.…
Summary
Provider Training
| University | Degree | Focus | Graduated |
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| University of North Carolina | Doctorate | Bachelor of Science, Biology | 2002 |
| Vanderbilt University School of Medicine | Medical Degree | MD | 2006 |
| Institution | Focus | Year |
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| Residency - Harvard Combined Orthopaedic Surgery | Orthopedic Surgery | 2011 |
| Fellowship - The Steadman Clinic | Sports Medicine | 2012 |
| Fellowship - Alps Surgery Institute | Shoulder Surgery | 2012 |
| Internship - Beth Israel Deaconess / Harvard Medical School | 2007 |
| Certification | Cert. Body | Year |
|---|---|---|
| Orthopaedic Surgery | Orthopaedic Surgery | 2015 |
| Sports Medicine | Sports Medicine | 2015 |
Experience & Accolades
| Role | Organization | Time |
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| Candidate Member | American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS) | Present |
| Associate Member | Arthroscopy Association of North America (AANA) | Present |
| Active Member | American Orthopaedic Society for Sports Medicine (AOSSM) | Present |
| Ordinary member | International Society for Hip Arthroscopy (ISHA) | Present |
| Member | North Carolina Orthopaedic Association (NCOA) | Present |
| Member | Western North Carolina Medical Society (WNCMS) | Present |
| Distinction | Institution | Year |
|---|---|---|
| Forty Under Forty | Biltmore Beacon, Asheville, NC | 2013 |
| Distinguished Alumni Award | Wilson Hall High School, Sumter, SC | 2011 |
| Administrative Chief Resident | Massachusetts General Hospital | 2011 |
| Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Medical Society, Junior Inductee, President | Vanderbilt University School of Medicine | 2004 |
| Publication | Publisher | Title | Published |
|---|---|---|---|
| Text Book | Springer International | Rotator Cuff Injuries: A Clinical Casebook | 2018 |
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Specialties
Languages Spoken
EnglishMedical Specialties
- Orthopaedic Surgeon
Dr Boykin's specialties include the arthroscopic and open surgical treatment of complex shoulder conditions including rotator cuff tears, labral tears, biceps injuries, shoulder arthritis, and fractures.
Years In Practice: 14 (started in 2012)
Accepts New Patients: No
Boykin specializes in treating the following types of patients:
- Adults
- Athletes
Payment Options
Payment DetailsReviews
Number of Reviews: 1
Most Recent Review: 05/12/2023
Office & Staff Evaluation
Provider Evaluation
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May 12, 2023
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AdventHealth Hendersonville - 100 Hospital Drive
Office & Staff Evaluation
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Handling of Billing & Insurance
- Average Wait Time 11 to 20 minutes
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Post-Visit Follow-Up
“Dr Robert Boykin EmergeOrtho”
He is an excellent doctor. He helped me with my shoulder… Everyone loves him. His bedside manner is excellent and he's an expert in his field. You couldn't get a better orthopedic surgeon anywhere.
Locations
Affiliated Practices
AdventHealth Hendersonville
100 Hospital DriveHendersonville, NC 28792
Practice Colleagues
Dr Andrew Korzyniowski, MD - Anesthesiologist
Jacob Hansen, DO - Anesthesiologist
Stephen David, MD - Orthopaedic Surgeon
Dr Hongjae Kim, MD - Hospitalist
Theresa McDonald, NNP - Pediatrician
Dr Warren Ancheta Thorp, MD - Hospitalist
Dr Stephen Bonney, MD - Anesthesiologist
Dr W McKemie, MD - Hospitalist
Dr Sandra Schorr, MD - Pediatrician
Dr Jeffrey Coston, DO - Anesthesiologist
Procedures & Services
Procedures & Treatments Offered
- Articular Cartridge Defect Surgery
- Biceps Tendon Injuries
- Hip Labral Repair
- Hip Treatment of Femoroacetabular Impingement
- Knee Ligament Injuries (ACL, MPFL Tears, etc.)
- Knee Meniscus Repair
- Rotator Cuff Repair
- SLAP Tears / Shoulder Labral Tears
- Shoulder Replacement Surgery
Commonly Prescribed Medications
Robert E. Boykin, MD has not yet listed the medications that he commonly prescribes.
Billing Policies & Payment Options
Robert E. Boykin, MD accepts the following payment methods:- Debit Cards
- Discover
- American Express
- Mastercard
- Visa
- Cashier's Check M.O.
- Cash
Offers Financing/Payment Plans?: No
Bills on a Sliding Scale?: No
Accepted Insurance
Accepted Insurance
Robert E. Boykin, MD has not yet specified the insurance plans he accepts.
Comment - “ Dr Robert Boykin EmergeOrtho ”
He is an excellent doctor. He helped me with my shoulder… Everyone loves him. His bedside manner is excellent and he's an expert in his field. You couldn't get a better orthopedic surgeon anywhere.