The 20 Best Bursitis Doctors in Tennessee, US

Bruce Miller, MD, is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon who treats every patient with the honesty and respect he would expect for himself. A native of the California mountains near Yosemite, Dr. Miller was inspired early on by his mother, an operating room nurse, and a fascination with surgery sparked by shows like MASH. He moved to Kingsport in 2005 to raise his family, and today he blends his love for medicine with a passion for farming and community life. Dr. Miller cheers for the Vols and enjoys skiing and spending time with his wife. Dr. Miller is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bursitis. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Bursitis, Tenosynovitis, Hip Replacement, and Knee Replacement.

Patrick Riggins, MD, is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon with fellowship training in sports medicine and a passion for restoring patients to full health, whether through conservative care or surgery. A Florida native who fell in love with the Appalachian Highlands, Dr. Riggins has served the Kingsport community for more than 30 years. Known for listening closely and treating patients, not just test results, he combines hands-on expertise with compassion and faith. Dr. Riggins has long served as the team physician for Dobyns-Bennett and Gate City high schools and is deeply committed to supporting local athletes. Outside of work, he enjoys outdoor sports, strength training, and time with family. Dr. Riggins is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bursitis. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Tendinitis, Bursitis, Tenosynovitis, and Hip Replacement.

. Dr. Brashear is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bursitis. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Bursitis, Tendinitis, Hip Replacement, and Knee Replacement.

. Dr. Falasca is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bursitis. His top areas of expertise are Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Sjogren Syndrome, Psoriatic Arthritis, and Psoriasis.

. Dr. Whitman is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bursitis. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Bursitis, Tenosynovitis, Tendinitis, and Hip Replacement.

. Dr. Lurie is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bursitis. His top areas of expertise are Granulomatosis with Polyangiitis, Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Necrotizing Vasculitis, and Sjogren Syndrome.

. Dr. Goss is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bursitis. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Bursitis, Tendinitis, Hip Replacement, and Knee Replacement.

Originally from Big Bear, a small ski resort town in Southern California, Todd Horton, MD, moved to the Appalachian Highlands after retiring from the U.S. Navy in Portsmouth, Virginia. He was drawn to the region for its scenic rural charm, convenient access to amenities and the warmth of its small-town feel. Dr. Horton specializes in upper extremity and hand surgery with a focus on restoring function through precise mechanical repair. He enjoys helping patients recover from injuries and regain the strength and confidence to return to their everyday lives. In his free time, Dr. Horton enjoys precision and tactical shooting, motorsports and taking part in local organizations including VictorySports MotoCross, the South East Trail Riders Association and regional rodeo and gun clubs. Dr. Horton is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bursitis. His top areas of expertise are Progressive Osseous Heteroplasia, Fibrodysplasia Ossificans Progressiva, Osteoarthritis, and Carpal Tunnel Syndrome.

. Dr. Pectol is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bursitis. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Sciatica, Scoliosis, Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, and Hip Replacement.

. Dr. Jett is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bursitis. His top areas of expertise are Frontonasal Dysplasia Klippel Feil Syndrome, Spinal Stenosis, Invertebral Disc Disease, and Drug Induced Dyskinesia.

. Dr. Parsley is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bursitis. His top areas of expertise are Frozen Shoulder, Bursitis, Tenosynovitis, Tenotomy, and Hip Replacement.

. Dr. Aiken is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bursitis. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Frozen Shoulder, Decerebrate Posture, Decorticate Posture, and Hip Replacement.

. Dr. Stewart is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bursitis. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Tendinitis, Bursitis, Tenosynovitis, and Hip Replacement.

. Dr. Jenkins is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bursitis. His top areas of expertise are Decerebrate Posture, Decorticate Posture, Osteoarthritis, Familial Multiple Lipomatosis, and Hip Replacement.

Jared Cordon, MD, believes the foundation of excellent care begins with truly listening to patients. By understanding their story and goals, he partners with them to create clear, effective treatment plans. As an orthopedic surgeon, he finds reward in restoring function and relieving pain, helping patients return to the activities they love. “You have to hear their story and how it is affecting their life to provide them the best care,” he says. Originally from eastern North Carolina, Dr. Cordon was drawn to the Appalachian Highlands by the region’s beauty and his wife’s Bristol roots. Outside the operating room, he enjoys farming and restoring classic cars. He is also active in the Rhythm and Roots Reunion and his church. Dr. Cordon is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bursitis. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Invertebral Disc Disease, Infectious Arthritis, and Hip Replacement.

. Dr. Detroye is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bursitis. His top areas of expertise are Frozen Shoulder, Tendinitis, Tenosynovitis, Osteoarthritis, and Hip Replacement.

. Dr. Wells is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bursitis. His top areas of expertise are Emphysema, Osteoarthritis, Tendinitis, Frozen Shoulder, and Hip Replacement.

. Dr. Carver is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bursitis. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Synovial Osteochondromatosis, Bursitis, Tenosynovitis, and Hip Replacement.

. Dr. Boren is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bursitis. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Bursitis, Tendinitis, Tenosynovitis, and Hip Replacement.

Dr. Todd Fowler says he was first inspired to become a sports medicine physician through his own experiences as an athlete. “I was injured multiple times and sometimes didn’t get the best care. I wanted to do better for athletes with injuries.” He says what he enjoys most is seeing patients get back to the sports and activities they love as soon as possible. Listening to them is one of the keys to successful treatment. “It helps me understand their injury and find out what they want to get back to doing.” When he’s not seeing patients, Dr. Fowler serves the community as the founding member of Johnson City’s Morning Rotary Club, a board member of the Fellowship of Christian Athletes for East Tennessee and Southwest Virginia, and as team physician for several local high school, college and professional sports teams. He loves living here in the Appalachian Highlands where he and his wife have raised their five children. In his free time, he enjoys spending time with family, playing golf and traveling. Dr. Fowler is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bursitis. His top areas of expertise are Tendinitis and Bursitis.