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Dr. Timothy McGarry, MD

Dr. Timothy McGarry, MD

Orthopedic Surgery*
35+ years of experience

Dr. Timothy McGarry, MD is an orthopedic surgeon in Bristol, VA and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. McGarry has extensive experience in Shoulder & Upper Arm Surgery. He graduated from UNIVERSITY OF PHOENIX / NORTHERN CALIFORNIA CAMPUS in 1987. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Johnston Memorial Hospital and SMYTH County Community Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

3.5 Star Rating
Based on 22 reviews 3.5 Star Rating (22 reviews)

Practice

21371 Forsythe Rd Bristol, VA 24202

Make an Appointment

(276) 525-4377

Hospital Highlight

Dr. McGarry is affiliated with Johnston Memorial Hospital Abingdon, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • 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. McGarry's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. McGarry

3.5
22 ratings, 7 with a written review
5 star
59%
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4 star
0%
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3 star
5%
5%
2 star
5%
5%
1 star
32%
32%

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consistent positive outcomes
After healing from extensive shoulder surgery,Dr. McGarry performed a knee arthroscopy that resulted in an excellent recovery. Very minimal pain! This surgeon is on point
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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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Dorothy wilkinson – Mar 30, 2023
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Very focused on your problem and offers diffe treatments best suited for your needs. Excellent surgeon, wouldnt go to ANYONE else!!!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
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Millicent Davis – May 19, 2020
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The worst encounter I've ever had with any physician. First visit lasted all of 3 minutes. Second visit, he recommended an injection that he had ordered already back in the first visit. Didn't read the radiologist write-up from my MRIs nor the nurse's notes. Admitted his mistake when I called him on it and quickly said I needed to see a neurologist. His office overbilled me for both visits and took forever to refund me. Run don't walk away from this physician.
What went well
  • Office environment
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
1 other person found this helpful
Helpful
Nov 03, 2019
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Have went to Dr. McGarry for several problems. Have always been pleased with the way he doctors. Was glad to find him and his new office.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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 others found this helpful
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joan harmon in wytheville va – Apr 13, 2017
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He butchered my father in law's knee replacement. My father in law is currently in his fourth surgery to correct the mess that McGarry made. Two to drain infection and one to remove the knee replacement and install an antibiotic. Now they have gone back in to do another knee joint replacement and have discovered the muscles are too damaged to replace the knee. If you are having any kind of orthopedic issues, do NOT go to this idiot!
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • 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
7 others found this helpful
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Tony K. in Piney Flats TN – Dec 24, 2016
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Dr Mcgarry is amazing . he has helped me so much in getting back to a normal life with my arms and hands I cant thank him enough
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
4 others found this helpful
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lorraine bolli in Bristol , VA – Oct 10, 2016
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Horrible experience. I was experiencing leg pain. Dr McGarry took X-ray and told me I needed Total Hip Joint Replacement. I sought a second opinion at a major medical center and was told that there was nothing at all wrong with my hip; it was "perfect". My leg pain was the result of undetected Shingles that damaged a nerve in my leg. Dr. McGarry's diagnosis could not have been a mistake. Very unprofessional and unethical.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
9 others found this helpful
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ConnieT in Abingdon VA – Jul 28, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. Timothy McGarry, MD is an orthopedic surgeon in Bristol, VA and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. McGarry has extensive experience in Shoulder & Upper Arm Surgery. He graduated from UNIVERSITY OF PHOENIX / NORTHERN CALIFORNIA...read more

  • Orthopedic Surgery

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  • University Of Phoenix / Northern California Campus

    Medical School, 1987
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Locations

Practice

McGarry Orthopedic Clinic21371 Forsythe Rd Bristol, VA 24202
1

Practice

Bristol Regional Medical Center1 Medical Park Blvd Bristol, TN 37620
2

Practice

Watauga Medical Group300 Valley St NE Abingdon, VA 24210
3

Affiliated Hospitals

  • Lonesome Pine Hospital

    1990 Holton Ave E
    Big Stone Gap, VA 24219
    Recipient of 1
    hospital award

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

    93%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    6% higher than the national average

    84%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    6% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • SMYTH County Community Hospital

    245 Medical Park Dr
    Marion, VA 24354

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

    92%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    4% higher than the national average

    85%
    Patients said their room and bathroom were always kept clean

    8% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Johnston Memorial Hospital

    16000 Johnston Memorial Dr
    Abingdon, VA 24211
    Recipient of 3
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    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.

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

    2% higher than the national average

    76%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well
    View all patient feedback
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