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Dr. Edward Burns, MD
Orthopedic Surgery* Age 71
Dr. Edward Burns, MD
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Dr. Edward Burns, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon in Knoxville, TN.
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Dr. Edward Burns, MD

Orthopedic Surgery* Age 71
Knoxville, TN
Accepting new patients
46 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Dr. Edward Burns, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon in Knoxville, TN.

About

Dr. Burns graduated from Virginia Commonwealth University School of Medicine in 1980 and completed a residency at Tripler Army Medical Center. Dr. Edward Burns, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon in Knoxville, TN and has 46 years experience. Dr. Burns has experience treating conditions like Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Ganglion Cyst, Elbow Bursitis, Osteoarthritis of Hand and Trigger Finger among other conditions at varying frequencies. Dr. Burns's office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. Burns accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Ganglion Cyst
Elbow Bursitis
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Ganglion Cyst
Elbow Bursitis
Osteoarthritis of Hand
Trigger Finger
Limb Pain
Ankle Fracture
Tenosynovitis
Osteoarthritis of Wrist
Ulnar Nerve Transposition
Joint Pain
Carpal Tunnel Release
Trigger Finger Release
De Quervain's Disease
Fracture of Hand and Fingers
Leg Fracture Below Knee (incl. Ankle)
Dupuytren's Contracture Treatment
Carpal Tunnel Injection
Hand or Wrist Tendon Transfer
Broken Arm
Wrist Replacement
Knee Tendinitis
Wrist Sprain or Strain
Steroid Injection
Wrist Fracture
Dupuytrens Contracture
Osteoarthritis
Excision of Ganglion
Fibular Fracture
Arthrocentesis
Foot Fracture
Cervical Radiculopathy
Lateral Epicondylitis
Nerve Root Injury and Plexus Disorders (incl. Pinched Nerve)
Bursitis
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De Quervain's Release
Radiculopathy
Somatic Nerve Block
Peripheral Nerve Block
Hand Fracture Treatment Open
Achilles Tendinitis
Adhesive Capsulitis Shoulder
Ankle and Foot Instability or Derangement
Ankle Sprain and Achilles Tendon Sprain or Rupture
Ankle Sprains and Strains
Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) or Posterior Cruciate Ligament (PCL) Tear
Arthritis of the Elbow
Avascular Necrosis
Baker’s Cyst
Bunion
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Chondrocalcinosis
Chondromalacia
Clavicle Fracture
Complications of Joint Prosthesis
Difficulty With Walking
Elbow Injuries
Elbow Osteophyte
Elbow Sprain
Enthesopathy of Hip (incl. Trochanteric Bursitis)
Enthesopathy of Knee (incl. Bursitis of Knee)
Femur Fracture
Foot And Ankle Osteophyte
Foot Conditions
Foot Infection
Foot Sprain
Fracture
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Hammer Toe
Hand Conditions
Hand Fracture
Heel Spur
Hip Fracture
Hip Sprain
Humerus Fracture
Internal Derangement of Knee
Knee Dislocation
Knee Disorders
Knee Fracture
Knee Osteophyte
Knee Sprain
Lateral and Medial Epicondylitis (Tennis and Golf Elbow)
Leg Fracture Above Knee (incl. Hip)
Medial Epicondylitis
Miner's Knee
Morton's Neuroma
Muscle Cramping
Neck Strain (incl. Whiplash Injury)
Non-Traumatic Rupture of Achilles Tendon
Non-Unions and Malunions of Fractures
Osteoarthritis of Ankle
Osteoarthritis of Elbow
Osteoarthritis of Foot
Osteoarthritis of Hand or Wrist
Osteoarthritis of Hip
Osteoarthritis of Hip and Thigh
Osteoarthritis of Knee
Osteoarthritis of Shoulder
Osteochondritis Dissecans
Osteomyelitis Non-Chronic
Osteophyte of Hand
Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS)
Peripheral Nerve Disorders
Plantar Fasciitis
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Rotator Cuff Tear
Rupture of Achilles Tendon
Seropositive Rheumatoid Arthritis
Sever's Disease
Shoulder Dislocation
Shoulder Disorders
Shoulder Fracture
Shoulder Tendinitis and Tenosynovitis
Sjögren's Syndrome
Spinal Osteophyte
Sprains and Strains (incl. Muscle Tear)
Stress Fracture of Foot
Tibia and Fibula Fractures
Tibial Fracture
Achilles Tendon Rupture Repair
Ankle Arthroscopy
Arm Surgery
Biceps Tendon Repair
Bunion Surgery
Closed Hip Fracture Treatment
Dressing and Debridement of Wound or Infection
Elbow Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Elbow Fracture Repair
Elbow Repair
Elbow Replacement
Elbow Tenotomy
Excision of Femur or Knee
Excision of Humerus
Excision of Metacarpal and Carpal
Excision of Radius or Ulna
Excision of Scapula, Clavicle, Rib, or Sternum
Excision of Tarsal or Metatarsal
Excision of Tibia or Fibula
Foot and Ankle Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Foot and Ankle Fracture Treatment, Closed
Foot and Ankle Fracture Treatment, Open
Foot and Ankle Ligament and Tendon Repair
Fracture Care
Hand and Wrist Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Hand and Wrist Fracture Treatment, Closed
Hand and Wrist Fracture Treatment, Open
Hand Fracture Treatment Closed
Hand or Finger Amputation
Hand Tendon Repair
Hip Dislocation
Hip Replacement
Joint Drainage
Knee and Lower Leg Fracture Treatment, Closed
Knee and Lower Leg Fracture Treatment, Open
Knee Arthroscopy
Knee Surgery
Meniscectomy
Musculoskeletal Function Test
Myofascial Trigger Point Injection
Open Hip Fracture Treatment
Resection or Ablation of Bone Tumor, Partial or Complete Resection of Bone, Debridement of Bone
Shoulder Arthroscopy
Shoulder Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Shoulder Fracture Treatment
Trigger Point Injection
Wrist Fusion

Insurance Accepted

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  • First Health (Coventry Health Care)
  • National (BlueCard) PPO
  • Humana
  • CorVel
  • Curative PPO
    Curative EPO
    Curative PPO Plus
  • Cigna-HealthSpring
  • Coventry Health Care
  • Medicare
  • Tricare
  • HealthyBlue 2.0
  • Aetna
  • Blue Cross and Blue Shield
  • USA Managed Care Organization
  • Prime Health Services
  • MultiPlan PPO
  • United Healthcare
  • Cigna
  • NovaNet

Locations

  1. 1 Office
    1819 Clinch Ave Ste 100, Knoxville, TN 37916
    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
  2. 2 Tennessee Orthopaedic Clinics PC
    6484 Kingston Pike, Knoxville, TN 37919
  3. 3 Office
    1901 Clinch Ave, Knoxville, TN 37916
  4. 4 Tennessee Orthopaedic Alliance PA
    1679 Veterans Blvd, Sevierville, TN 37862

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Jan 06, 2026
My appointments were on time and I didn’t have a long wait to see Dr. Burns. Options were explained, surgery scheduled, and zero complications afterward. Very pleased patient.
— Jan 06, 2026
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Specialties*
Orthopedic Foot & Ankle Surgery
Orthopedic Surgery
Orthopedic Hand Surgery
Specialties*
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Edward Burns, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Burns's profile.

Dr. Burns frequently treats the following conditions: Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Ganglion Cyst, Elbow Bursitis, Osteoarthritis of Hand and Trigger Finger. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. Edward Burns, MD is affiliated with Parkwest Medical Center, Leconte Medical Center, Fort Sanders Regional Medical Center, Blount Memorial Hospital, Cumberland Medical Center and Methodist Medical Center of Oak Ridge.

Education
Medical Education
  • Virginia Commonwealth University School of Medicine
    1980
Medical Education
Internship
  • Madigan AMC
    1981
Internship
Residency Hospital
  • Tripler Army Medical Center
    1987
Residency Hospital
Fellowship Hospital
  • Campbell Clin/U Tenn
    1990
Fellowship Hospital

Hospital Affiliations

  • Parkwest Medical Center

    9352 Park West Blvd, Knoxville, TN

  • Leconte Medical Center

    742 Middle Creek Rd, Sevierville, TN

  • Fort Sanders Regional Medical Center

    1901 Clinch Ave, Knoxville, TN

  • Blount Memorial Hospital

    907 E Lamar Alexander Pkwy, Maryville, TN

  • Cumberland Medical Center

    421 S Main St, Crossville, TN

  • Methodist Medical Center of Oak Ridge

    990 Oak Ridge Tpke, Oak Ridge, TN

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