Dr. Philip A. Karpos, MD | Nashville, TN | Orthopedic Surgeon

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Dr. Karpos graduated from the University of Texas Southwestern Medical School in 1989. He works in Nashville, TN and 4 other locations and specializes in Orthopedic Surgery. Dr. Karpos is affiliated with Ascension Saint Thomas Hospital West.

accepting new patients
4.7

94 Ratings
37 years of experience
speaks English, Spanish
University Of Texas Southwestern Medical School
53 written reviews
1 specialty
15 areas of expertise
1 hospital affiliation
6 office locations
Male

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me

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Dr. Karpos' Ratings and Reviews

4.7

94 Ratings with 53 written Reviews

Average Wait Time 14 Minutes

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Gave an accurate diagnosis: (56) Did WellNeeds Improvement (1)
Had a good bedside manner: (56) Did WellNeeds Improvement (1)
Spent time with me: (54) Did WellNeeds Improvement (1)
Provided follow-up after the visit: (50) Did WellNeeds Improvement (0)
Flexible scheduling: (55) Did WellNeeds Improvement (0)
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From my first appointment through diagnosis, knee replacement surgery and recovery, Dr. Karpos was thorough and extremely competent. He took time to explain everything along the way so I felt prepared, confident and knew clearly what my part in recovery was. He is patient, kind and skillful.

September 19th, 2019

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Dr. Carpos was so very kind and compassionate. I appreciated his assessment and help.

August 13th, 2019

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Total knee replacement surgery scheduled for 09-11-19. Not at all looking forward to it, but grateful to have Dr Karpos as my surgeon. TRICIA great as a scheduler.

August 2nd, 2019

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My wife and I have both been treated by Dr. Karpos. We both respect him as a Dr. and as a great human being. I have 2 hip replacements, my wife a knee replacement and I feel blessed that Dr. Karpos was our surgeon. He is the best !!!!!

July 25th, 2019

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I would definitely recommend Dr. Karpos. He is thorough and very friendly. He takes time to answer all questions. I have had both hip replacement surgeries done by him.

June 11th, 2019

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I trust and value Dr. Karpos. I would like to be able to contact him with follow-up questions.

May 25th, 2019

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Diagnosis and consultation could not have gone better. This guy is considered “the best” for hip/knee replacement by surgical colleagues and by legal profession as an “expert witness” . My case is complicated by necessity for lumbar back surgery as well as hip replacement. Dr Karpos is working collaboratively with back surgeon to come up with best treatment plan and explained options logically a d very well.

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

May 15th, 2019

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Came to the office with in a lot of pain in both my knees.. I found the office staff very courteous and efficient. Dr. Karpos was very sympathetic and explained the procedure to me. After having my knees injected and being fitted with a cane I came home feeling much better about my future. Injections have temporarily taken away my pain.

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

April 5th, 2019

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Eait time excellent, awesome staff and GREAT Doctor!!!!

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

March 8th, 2019

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Spent time explaining everything to us and answered all our questions without making us feel he was rushed. He explained everything that we could expect following the procedure

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

January 22nd, 2019

Tennessee Orthopaedic Alliance

8 City Blvd Ste 300Nashville, TN 37209

Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm

SatClosed

SunClosed

Ascension Saint Thomas Three Rivers Hospital

451 Highway 13 SWaverly, TN 37185

Tel: (931) 296-4203

MonClosed

TueClosed

WedClosed

Thu1:00 pm - 4:00 pm

FriClosed

SatClosed

SunClosed

Ascension Saint Thomas Hospital West

4220 Harding PikeNashville, TN 37205

Tel: (615) 222-2111

Saint Thomas Hospital For Specialty Surgery

2011 Murphy Ave Ste 400Nashville, TN 37203

Tel: (615) 341-7500

Baptist Ambulatory Surgery Center

312 21st Ave NNashville, TN 37203

Tel: (615) 321-7330

Mon6:00 am - 5:00 pm

Tue6:00 am - 5:00 pm

Wed6:00 am - 5:00 pm

Thu6:00 am - 5:00 pm

Fri6:00 am - 5:00 pm

SatClosed

SunClosed

Tennessee Orthopaedic Alliance

451 Highway 13 SWaverly, TN 37185

Tel: (615) 913-5812

Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Tue5:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Wed5:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Thu5:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Fri5:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Sat5:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Sun5:00 pm - 5:00 pm


Dr. Philip Anthony Karpos, MD	Scott Dube, MD	Dr. Chris Hoedt, MD	Dr. Sophia Angelina Traven, MD
Orthopedic Surgery	Orthopedic Surgery	Orthopedic Surgery	Orthopedic Surgery
Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients
4.7 (94 Ratings)	3.6 (88 Ratings)	5 (45 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)
37 Years of Experience	29 Years of Experience	12 Years of Experience	11 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	Virtual Visit Available	No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish	Speaks English	Speaks English
Nashville , TN	Hermitage , TN	New Bern , NC	Sacramento , CA
Med School: University Of Texas Southwestern Medical School	Med School: East Tennessee State University J H Quillen College Of Medicine	Med School: Eastern Virginia Medical School	Med School: University Of Virginia School Of Medicine
Current Profile	View Profile	View Profile	View Profile

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Accepts Medicare
Accepts Medicaid

Orthopedic Surgery

Arthroscopy
Bone Fracture
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Herniated Disc
Hip Osteoarthritis
Hip Surgery
Joint Pain/Swelling
Joint Replacement
Knee Osteoarthritis
Laminectomy
Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis (Hand and Wrist)
Scoliosis
Sports Medicine
Surgery

Dr. Philip Anthony Karpos holds an expired medical license in the state of Tennessee.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Tennessee that expired in 2025.

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from University Of Texas Southwestern Medical School in 1989.

NPI Number

Dr. Karpos' NPI number is 1528050671.

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