Dr. Justin Arnold

Justin Arnold, MD

Hand & Upper Extremity Specialist

Board-Certified Orthopaedic Surgeon
Hand & Upper Extremity Specialist

Castle Connolly Top Doctor 2026

Dr. Justin Arnold is a fellowship-trained, board-certified orthopaedic surgeon specializing in hand and upper extremity surgery. He provides comprehensive care for patients with conditions and injuries affecting the hand, wrist, elbow, and shoulder.

A Chattanooga native, Dr. Arnold is a third-generation surgeon who has extensive experience treating upper-extremity conditions. He has authored multiple articles and presented at local and regional conferences. His goal is to alleviate pain, restore function, and help patients return to the activities they love.

Dr. Arnold’s areas of clinical expertise include:

  • Hand and wrist surgery
  • Carpal tunnel syndrome
  • Trigger finger
  • Hand and wrist arthritis
  • Hand and wrist fractures
  • Wrist reconstruction
  • Elbow conditions and injuries
  • Shoulder conditions and injuries
  • Arthroscopic surgery
  • Upper-extremity trauma
Board Certification

American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery

Dr. Arnold is board-certified in Orthopaedic Surgery and Surgery of the Hand.

Education & Training

Undergraduate Education
Furman University
Bachelor of Arts in English

Medical School
University of Tennessee Health Science Center College of Medicine, Memphis
Doctor of Medicine, 2005

Orthopaedic Surgery Residency
University of Tennessee College of Medicine, Chattanooga
Five-year orthopaedic surgery residency, 2005–2010

Fellowship
Hand Surgery
Indiana Hand to Shoulder Center, Indianapolis
2010–2011

*During his fellowship, Dr. Arnold also served as a clinical instructor for Indiana University residents and conducted research involving wrist reconstruction.

Locations

  • Center for Sports Medicine & Orthopaedics – McCallie Office
  • Center for Sports Medicine & Orthopaedics – North Georgia Office

Hospital Privileges

Dr. Arnold is affiliated with Parkridge Medical Center and Parkridge East Hospital.

Phone

(423) 624-2696

Accepting New Patients?

Yes

NPI Number:

1891919676

Schedule an Appointment with Dr. Arnold

If you are experiencing persistent pain, numbness, stiffness, weakness, or an injury affecting your hand, wrist, elbow, or shoulder, Dr. Arnold can evaluate your condition and discuss appropriate treatment options.

Downloadable Forms

New patient paperwork is completed on our Patient Portal. Please contact our office for instructions and a pin number.