Joseph M. Dement, M.D.
General Orthopaedist, Asheville Orthopaedic Associates
The Asheville Office is now located at 1 Hospital Drive Suite 5100. The Biltmore Park location is now located at 310 Long Shoals Rd Suite 301 (instead of 201).Restricted VisitationTo ensure a safe care environment, AOA is allowing one visitor per patient to accompany the patient to the exam room. If an interpreter is necessary, we may limit the total number of people with the patient. Visitors must be over the age of 16 and meet screening criteria prior to entering the facility. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation as AOA stays committed to the health and wellbeing of our patients and everyone we serve. |
General Orthopaedist, Asheville Orthopaedic Associates
Dr. Dement joined Asheville Orthopaedic Associates in 1988. He is a general orthopedist concentrating in the area of joint replacement and arthroscopic surgery. He is originally from Tennessee. Dr. Dement served as orthopedic service line physician leader for seven years. He was presented with the St. Joseph Hospital Quality Improvement Outstanding Achievement Award in 1994 and 1996 for his work with the quality team in development of clinical paths to standardize and improve post operative care of orthopedic surgical patients. He was also instrumental in developing an anticoagulation prophylaxis protocol to decrease the incidence of complications related to blood clots. Dr. Dement served on the St. Joseph’s Health Services Board from 1995-1998. He also served as vice chief of staff and credentials chairman.
Dr. Dement sees patients at our Asheville office.
Professional Memberships & Awards
PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS
– St. Joseph’s Health Services Board from 1995-1998
AWARDS/HONORS
– St. Joseph Hospital Quality Improvement Outstanding Achievement Award
Dr. Dement is a member of our Total Joint Program Team, providing a patient-focused experience. If you are a total joint patient, follow the links below for our standardized post-discharge protocols.
To schedule an appointment, please call 828-252-7331.