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Dr. Brian Edkin, MD

Dr. Brian Edkin, MD

Orthopedic Surgery*
30+ years of experience

Dr. Brian Edkin, MD is an orthopedic surgeon in Knoxville, TN and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine in 1991. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Parkwest Medical Center and Blount Memorial Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

4.7 Star Rating
Based on 36 reviews 4.7 Star Rating (36 reviews)

Practice

1600 Accelerator Way Ste 200 Knoxville, TN 37920

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Hospital Highlight

Dr. Edkin is affiliated with Parkwest Medical Center Knoxville, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Edkin specializes in the area of Orthopedic Surgery. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. See hospitals
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Dr. Edkin's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Edkin

4.7

36 ratings, 15 with a written review
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Peter Wilson in Tiverton, RI – Feb 12, 2020
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
6 people found this helpful
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Knoxville, TN – Jun 30, 2017
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
3 people found this helpful
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Bea Schultz in Loudon, TN – Mar 24, 2017
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Denis W. Mullins in Wise, VA – Feb 26, 2017
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Robert V. Walker in Oakdale, TN – Feb 24, 2017
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
3 people found this helpful
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Rose Mary Oglesby in Knoxville, TN – Feb 22, 2017
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
1 person found this helpful
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Mary Jean Endsley in Oak Ridge, TN – Jan 21, 2017
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
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Peggy in Knoxville, TN – Jan 20, 2017
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Peggy O in Fairfield Glade, TN – Jan 20, 2017
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
2 people found this helpful
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wayne in Oak Ridge, TN – Dec 16, 2016
Thank you, Wayne, for reaching out to us. Your...Read More
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Candler, NC – Nov 05, 2016
Dr. Edkin's Reply –
Wonderful Feedback! Thank you for your time!
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
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Sandra Spangler in Seymour, TN – Oct 26, 2016
Thanks Sandra Spangler, for leaving us this...Read More
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
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Janice K in Oak Ridge, TN – Oct 24, 2016
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We always love to receive great feedback!
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
2 people found this helpful
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Jacksboro, TN – Jul 21, 2016
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
6 people found this helpful
Helpful
Col. RJ Nelkin in Sevierville, TN – Apr 06, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. Edkin moved to the South Coast area of Massachusetts from Knoxville,Tennessee to become the Medical Director Joint Replacement Center at Southcoast Health in 2017. Born and raised in Northern California, he returned to Redding, CA after his...read more
  • Orthopedic Surgery

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  • Vanderbilt University Medical Center

    Residency Hospital
  • Vanderbilt University Medical Center

    Internship Hospital
  • Sutter Gen

    Fellowship Hospital, 1997
  • Case Western Reserve University School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1991
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery®
Orthopedic Surgery
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Locations

Practice

Orthotennessee PC1600 Accelerator Way Ste 200 Knoxville, TN 37920
1

Practice

Southcoast Physicians Group Inc.479 Swansea Mall Dr Swansea, MA 02777
2

Practice

Orthotennessee PC11440 Parkside Dr Ste 110 Knoxville, TN 37934
3
Univ. Orthopedic Surgeons11440 Parkside Dr Ste 303 Knoxville, TN 37934
4

Affiliated Hospitals

  • University of Tennessee Medical Center

    1924 Alcoa Hwy
    Knoxville, TN 37920
    Recipient of 4
    hospital awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    86%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% higher than the national average

    80%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    4% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • Parkwest Medical Center

    9352 Park West Blvd
    Knoxville, TN 37923
    Recipient of 3
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

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    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    85%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% higher than the national average

    79%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    3% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • Claiborne Medical Center

    1850 Old Knoxville Rd
    Tazewell, TN 37879

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    88%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    6% higher than the national average

    88%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    6% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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