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Dr. Kent Lord, MD
Orthopedic Surgery* Age 46
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Dr. Kent Lord, MD

Orthopedic Surgery* Age 46
Johnson City, TN
Accepting new patients
20 years of experience
Dr. Kent Lord, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon in Johnson City, TN.

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Dr. Lord graduated from University of South Alabama Frederick P. Whiddon College of Medicine. Dr. Kent Lord, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon in Johnson City, TN and has 20 years experience. Dr. Lord has experience treating conditions like Tenosynovitis, Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Ganglion Cyst, Nerve Sheath Tumors, Limb Pain, De Quervain's Disease, Osteoarthritis of Hand, Dupuytrens Contracture and Trigger Finger among other conditions at varying frequencies. Dr. Lord's office accepts new patients. Dr. Lord is board certified in Orthopedic Surgery and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Neuroplasty
Wrist Replacement
Hand or Wrist Tendon Transfer
Neuroplasty
Wrist Replacement
Hand or Wrist Tendon Transfer
Carpal Tunnel Release
Tenosynovitis
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Carpal Tunnel Injection
Ganglion Cyst
Nerve Sheath Tumors
Limb Pain
De Quervain's Disease
Osteoarthritis of Hand
Dupuytrens Contracture
Excision of Ganglion
Trigger Finger Release
Trigger Finger
Steroid Injection
Medial Epicondylitis
Wrist Sprain or Strain
De Quervain's Release
Arthrocentesis
Ulnar Nerve Transposition
Somatic Nerve Block
Dupuytren's Contracture Treatment
Peripheral Nerve Block
Osteoarthritis of Wrist
Osteoarthritis
Cervical Radiculopathy
Osteoarthritis of Elbow
Nerve Root Injury and Plexus Disorders (incl. Pinched Nerve)
Bursitis
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Hand and Wrist Fracture Treatment, Open
Broken Arm
Joint Pain
Posterior Tibial Tendonitis
Radiculopathy
Fracture of Hand and Fingers
Plantar Fasciitis
Wrist Fracture
Bursitis of Hip
Hip Tendinitis
Rotator Cuff Tendinosis
Rotator Cuff Tear
Wound Repair
Hand Tendon Repair
Ankle Fracture
Ankle Sprain and Achilles Tendon Sprain or Rupture
Ankle Sprains and Strains
Arthritis of the Elbow
Ataxia
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Avascular Necrosis
Back Pain
Bone Cancer
Brachial Plexus Palsy
Chondrocalcinosis
Chondromalacia
Chronic Neck Pain
Coccyx or Sacrum Fracture
Complications of Joint Prosthesis
Congenital Hand Anomaly
Degenerative Disc Disease
Difficulty With Walking
Elbow Bursitis
Elbow Sprain
Enthesopathy of Hip (incl. Trochanteric Bursitis)
Femoral Neck Fracture
Femur Fracture
Fibular Fracture
Foot Fracture
Gait Abnormality
Gout
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Hand Fracture
Herniated Disc
Hip Fracture
Humerus Fracture
Intervertebral Disc Disease
Knee Dislocation
Knee Fracture
Knee Sprain
Lateral and Medial Epicondylitis (Tennis and Golf Elbow)
Lateral Epicondylitis
Leg Fracture Above Knee (incl. Hip)
Leg Fracture Below Knee (incl. Ankle)
Low Back Pain
Lumbar Radiculopathy
Miner's Knee
Muscle Cramping
Non-Unions and Malunions of Fractures
Osteoarthritis of Foot
Osteoarthritis of Hand or Wrist
Osteoarthritis of Knee
Osteoarthritis of Shoulder
Osteoarthritis of Spine
Osteomyelitis Non-Chronic
Osteopenia
Osteophyte of Hand
Osteosarcoma
Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS)
Pelvic Fracture
Peripheral Nerve Disorders
Pyogenic Arthritis
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Sacral Fracture
Scapular Fracture
Sciatica
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Shoulder Fracture
Shoulder Impingement Syndrome
Sjögren's Syndrome
Spondylitis
Sprains and Strains (incl. Muscle Tear)
Systemic Chondromalacia
Thoracic Compression Fracture
Thoracic Spine Fracture
Tibial Fracture
Biceps Tendon Repair
Dressing and Debridement of Wound or Infection
Elbow Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Elbow Fracture Repair
Elbow Repair
Elbow Replacement
Elbow Tenotomy
Endoscopic Carpal Tunnel Release
Excision of Metacarpal and Carpal
Excision of Radius or Ulna
Hand and Wrist Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Hand and Wrist Fracture Treatment, Closed
Hand or Finger Amputation
Hip Dislocation
Hip Replacement
Joint Drainage
Knee and Leg Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Knee and Lower Leg Fracture Treatment, Closed
Knee and Lower Leg Fracture Treatment, Open
Musculoskeletal Function Test
Myofascial Trigger Point Injection
Open Hip Fracture Treatment
Partial Hip Replacement
Resection or Ablation of Bone Tumor, Partial or Complete Resection of Bone, Debridement of Bone
Separated Femoral Epiphysis Treatment
Synovial Biopsy
Total Hip Replacement
Wrist Fusion

Insurance Accepted

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    Managed Choice (Open Access) POS
    APCN Choice POS II
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    Choice Plus POS II
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    Navigate Plus POS
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    Blue Network P PPO
  • BlueCard PPO

Locations

  1. 1 Watauga Orthopaedics PLC.
    2410 Susannah St, Johnson City, TN 37601
    Monday
    08:00 - 20:00
    Tuesday
    08:00 - 20:00
    Wednesday
    08:00 - 20:00
    Thursday
    08:00 - 20:00
    Friday
    08:00 - 20:00
    Saturday
    10:00 - 14:00
  2. 2 Watauga Orthopaedics PLC
    875 Larry Neil Way, Kingsport, TN 37660
  3. 3 Watauga Orthopaedics PLC
    340 Steeles Rd, Bristol, TN 37620
  4. 4 Watauga Surgical Partners PLLC
    10425 Wallace Alley St, Kingsport, TN 37663

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Dec 15, 2025
Dr Lord was very professional . He answered my questions . My hand and trigger finger ate doing great. I would highly recommend him for your hand surgery.
— Dec 15, 2025
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Orthopedic Surgery
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Frequently Asked Questions

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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Kent Lord, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Lord's profile.

Dr. Lord frequently treats the following conditions: Tenosynovitis, Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Ganglion Cyst, Nerve Sheath Tumors, Limb Pain, De Quervain's Disease, Osteoarthritis of Hand, Dupuytrens Contracture and Trigger Finger. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. Kent Lord, MD is affiliated with Bristol Regional Medical Center and Holston Valley Medical Center.

Yes, Dr. Kent Lord, MD holds board certification in Orthopedic Surgery.

Education
Medical Education
  • University of South Alabama Frederick P. Whiddon College of Medicine
    2006
Medical Education
Board Certifications
  • Orthopedic Surgery
Board Certifications
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Hospital Affiliations

  • Bristol Regional Medical Center

    1 Medical Park Blvd, Bristol, TN

  • Holston Valley Medical Center

    130 W Ravine Rd, Kingsport, TN

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