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Dr. Robert Boykin, MD

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Dr. Robert Boykin, MD is an Orthopedic Surgery Specialist in Asheville, NC.
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Dr. Robert Boykin, MD

Orthopedic Surgery Age 43
Asheville, NC
Accepting new patients
17 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Dr. Robert Boykin, MD is an Orthopedic Surgery Specialist in Asheville, NC.

About

Dr. Robert Boykin, MD is an Orthopedic Surgery Specialist in Asheville, NC and has 17 years experience. They graduated from Vanderbilt School of Medicine in 2006 and completed a residency at Harvard Combined Orthopaedic Surgery.They currently practice at Practice and are affiliated with Mission Hospital, Adventhealth Hendersonville and Highlands Cashiers Hospital. Dr. Boykin has experience treating conditions like Joint Pain and Rotator Cuff Tear among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Boykin received an average rating of 4.9/5 from patients and has been reviewed 228 times. Their office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. Boykin is board certified in Orthopaedic Sports Medicine and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Joint Pain
Rotator Cuff Tear
Shoulder Arthroscopy
Joint Pain
Rotator Cuff Tear
Shoulder Arthroscopy
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Shoulder Arthroscopy Chevron Icon
Osteoarthritis of Shoulder Chevron Icon
Rotator Cuff Tendinosis Chevron Icon
Shoulder Osteophyte Chevron Icon
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Chondromalacia Chevron Icon
Reverse Total Shoulder and Total Shoulder Replacement Chevron Icon
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Adhesive Capsulitis Shoulder Chevron Icon
Bursitis Chevron Icon
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Clavicle Fracture Chevron Icon
Glenoid Labrum Tear Chevron Icon
Internal Derangement of Knee Chevron Icon
Knee Ligament Tears Chevron Icon
Meniscus Tear Chevron Icon
Miner's Knee Chevron Icon
Osteoarthritis Chevron Icon
Osteoarthritis of Knee Chevron Icon
Shoulder Fracture Chevron Icon
Shoulder Impingement Syndrome Chevron Icon
Shoulder Tendinitis and Tenosynovitis Chevron Icon
Arthrocentesis Chevron Icon
Knee Arthroscopy Chevron Icon
Steroid Injection Chevron Icon
Viscosupplementation With Hyaluronate Chevron Icon
AC Joint Injury Chevron Icon
Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) Injuries Chevron Icon
Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) or Posterior Cruciate Ligament (PCL) Tear Chevron Icon
Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) Tear Chevron Icon
Arthritis of the Shoulder Chevron Icon
Avascular Necrosis Chevron Icon
Bursitis of Hip Chevron Icon
Elbow Bursitis Chevron Icon
Elbow Osteophyte Chevron Icon
Elbow Sprain Chevron Icon
Enthesopathy of Knee (incl. Bursitis of Knee) Chevron Icon
Hip Dysplasia Chevron Icon
Hip Impingement Chevron Icon
Hip Labral Tear Chevron Icon
Hip Osteophyte Chevron Icon
Hip Tendinitis Chevron Icon
Humerus Fracture Chevron Icon
Iliotibial Band Syndrome Chevron Icon
Knee Dislocation Chevron Icon
Knee Disorders Chevron Icon
Knee Fracture Chevron Icon
Knee Injuries Chevron Icon
Knee Sprain Chevron Icon
Lateral and Medial Epicondylitis (Tennis and Golf Elbow) Chevron Icon
Lateral Epicondylitis Chevron Icon
Leg Fracture Above Knee (incl. Hip) Chevron Icon
Lumbar Radiculopathy Chevron Icon
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Medial Collateral Ligament (MCL) Sprain Chevron Icon
Neck Strain (incl. Whiplash Injury) Chevron Icon
Non-Traumatic Rupture of Achilles Tendon Chevron Icon
Non-Unions and Malunions of Fractures Chevron Icon
Osteoarthritis of Hand Chevron Icon
Osteochondritis Dissecans Chevron Icon
Patellar Chondromalacia Chevron Icon
Patellar Dislocation Chevron Icon
Posterior Cruciate Ligament (PCL) Injuries Chevron Icon
Rotator Cuff Injuries Chevron Icon
Runner's Knee Chevron Icon
Sciatica Chevron Icon
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Shoulder Diseases Chevron Icon
Shoulder Dislocation Chevron Icon
Shoulder Disorders Chevron Icon
Shoulder Labral Tear Chevron Icon
Shoulder Pain Chevron Icon
Shoulder Sprain Chevron Icon
Snapping Hip Chevron Icon
Sprains and Strains (incl. Muscle Tear) Chevron Icon
Subacromial Bursitis Chevron Icon
Systemic Sclerosis Chevron Icon
Tenosynovitis Chevron Icon
Tibial Fracture Chevron Icon
ACL Surgery Chevron Icon
All Shoulder or Elbow Replacement Procedures Chevron Icon
Arthroscopic Acromioplasty Chevron Icon
Arthroscopic Glenoid Labrum Repair Chevron Icon
Arthroscopic Joint Reconstruction Chevron Icon
Arthroscopic Joint Surgery Chevron Icon
Arthroscopic Knee Shaving Chevron Icon
Arthroscopic Labrum Repair Chevron Icon
Arthroscopic Meniscus Repair Chevron Icon
Arthroscopic Rotator Cuff Repair Chevron Icon
Arthroscopic Shoulder Reconstruction Chevron Icon
Arthroscopic Shoulder Repair Chevron Icon
Arthroscopic Shoulder Surgery Chevron Icon
Arthroscopic Surgery Chevron Icon
Arthroscopic Upper-Extremity Surgery Chevron Icon
Articular Cartilage Repair Chevron Icon
Biceps Tendon Repair Chevron Icon
Cartilage Repair Chevron Icon
Cartilage Transplant Chevron Icon
Elbow Arthroscopy Chevron Icon
Elbow Surgery Chevron Icon
Excision of Femur or Knee Chevron Icon
Excision of Humerus Chevron Icon
Excision of Radius or Ulna Chevron Icon
Excision of Scapula, Clavicle, Rib, or Sternum Chevron Icon
Glenoid Labrum Repair Chevron Icon
Hip Arthroscopy Chevron Icon
Hip Labral Repair Chevron Icon
Hip Replacement with Robotic Assist Chevron Icon
Joint Injection Chevron Icon
Knee and Lower Leg Fracture Treatment, Open Chevron Icon
Knee Cartilage Implantation Chevron Icon
Knee Cartilage Repair Chevron Icon
Knee Debridement Chevron Icon
Knee Ligament Reconstruction Chevron Icon
Knee Osteotomy Chevron Icon
Lateral Retinaculum Patella Release Chevron Icon
Meniscal Allograft Transplant Chevron Icon
Meniscectomy Chevron Icon
Meniscus Surgery Chevron Icon
Menisectomy Chevron Icon
Minimally Invasive Rotator Cuff Repair Chevron Icon
Musculoskeletal Function Test Chevron Icon
Neuroplasty Chevron Icon
Partial Hip Replacement Chevron Icon
Partial Shoulder Replacement Chevron Icon
Platelet-Rich Plasma Injection (PRP) Chevron Icon
Quadriceps Tendon Repair Chevron Icon
Revision of Shoulder or Elbow Replacement Chevron Icon
Separated Shoulder Treatment Chevron Icon
Shoulder Dislocation Surgery Chevron Icon
Shoulder Dislocation Treatment Chevron Icon
Shoulder Fracture and Dislocation Treatment Chevron Icon
Shoulder Fracture Treatment Chevron Icon
Shoulder Reconstruction Chevron Icon
Shoulder Replacement Revision Chevron Icon
Shoulder Resurfacing Chevron Icon
Shoulder Stabilizations Chevron Icon
Shoulder Surgery Chevron Icon
Sports Medicine Related Procedures Chevron Icon
Sports Medicine Surgery Chevron Icon
Sports Physical Examination Chevron Icon
Tommy John Surgery Chevron Icon
Total Hip Replacement Chevron Icon
Total Knee Arthroplasty with Robotic Assist Chevron Icon
Total Shoulder Replacement Chevron Icon
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Insurance Accepted

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  • First Health (Coventry Health Care) PPO
  • Choice Care PPO
  • United Healthcare

Locations

  1. 1 Blue Ridge Bone & Joint
    129 Mcdowell St, Asheville, NC 28801
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (828) 258-8800
  2. 2 EmergeOrtho
    75b Livingston St, Asheville, NC 28801
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    Monday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Tuesday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Wednesday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Thursday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Friday
    08:00 - 17:00
  3. 3 Adventhealth Hendersonville
    100 Hospital Dr, Hendersonville, NC 28792
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  4. 4 Office
    75 Livingston St # B, Asheville, NC 28801
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  5. 5 Office
    2585 HENDERSONVILLE RD, Arden, NC 28704
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4.9
Based on 228 Reviews
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1 Star (4)

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Patient Reviews
Sep 19, 2023
Dr Boykin did an outstanding job on my shoulder surgery, I have no pain, and have full range of motion after a reversal shoulder surgery. He treated me with the upmost care, and each visit was exceptional from everyone at the office…he is highly recommended and commendable on doing a great job.
R David Worley — Sep 19, 2023
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About Me

Care Philosophy

  • 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 shoulder, knee, and hip in addition to all sports related injuries. He has a focus on using both arthroscopic and open surgery to restore joint function and keep patients involved in an active lifestyle.

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Biography
  • Dr. Robert Boykin, MD is an orthopedic surgery specialist in Asheville, NC and has over 16 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Vanderbilt School of Medicine in 2006. He specializes in Orthopedic Surgery, Sports Medicine, and more.
Biography
Specialties
Orthopedic Surgery
Sports Medicine
Orthopedic Shoulder & Elbow Surgery
Specialties
Education

Education

Medical Education
  • Vanderbilt School of Medicine
    2006
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Orthopaedic Sports Medicine and Orthopedic Surgery
Board Certifications
What’s a board certification and why is it important that my provider has one?

A board certification represents a provider’s dedication to ongoing training in one or more specialties, including the completion of intensive exams. While not all specialties have board certifications, if your provider does have one they’ve taken the extra step to master their specialty and to keep up with the latest advancements in their field.

Internship

Internship
  • Beth Israel Deaconess / Harvard Medical School
    2007
Internship

Residency

Residency Hospital
  • Harvard Combined Orthopaedic Surgery
    2011
Residency Hospital

Fellowship

Fellowship Hospital
  • Alps Shoulder Surgery Institute
    2013
Fellowship Hospital
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Robert Boykin, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Boykin's profile.

Dr. Boykin frequently treats the following conditions: Joint Pain and Rotator Cuff Tear. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. Robert Boykin, MD is affiliated with Mission Hospital, Adventhealth Hendersonville and Highlands Cashiers Hospital.

Yes, Dr. Robert Boykin, MD holds board certification in Orthopaedic Sports Medicine and Orthopedic Surgery.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Mission Hospital

    509 Biltmore Ave, Asheville, NC

  • Adventhealth Hendersonville

    100 Hospital Dr, Hendersonville, NC

  • Highlands Cashiers Hospital

    190 Hospital Dr, Highlands, NC