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Dr. Alexander Caughran, MD

Dr. Alexander Caughran, MD

Orthopedic Surgery*
10+ years of experience

Dr. Alexander Caughran, MD is an orthopedic surgeon in Huntington, WV and has over 10 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Tennessee Health Science Center - Memphis, TN in 2012. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Cabell Huntington Hospital and St. Mary's Medical Center. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.9 Star Rating
Based on 44 reviews 4.9 Star Rating (44 reviews)

Practice

1600 Medical Center Dr Huntington, WV 25701
Telehealth available

Make an Appointment

(304) 691-1262

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Caughran is affiliated with Cabell Huntington Hospital Huntington, a highly rated and top awarded hospital for orthopedic surgery.

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Caughran specializes in the area of Orthopedic Surgery. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Joint Replacement Award™ • See hospitals
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Dr. Caughran's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Caughran

4.9

44 ratings, 42 with a written review
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Apr 11, 2025
Dr. Caughran's Reply –
Thank you so much.
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Donald – Dec 06, 2024
Dr. Caughran's Reply –
Thank you so much for your kind words, Donald.
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Donald – Dec 06, 2024
Dr. Caughran's Reply –
Thank you so much for your kind words, Donald.
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Steven Lawson – Jul 13, 2024
Dr. Caughran's Reply –
Thank you so much, Steven.
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
M A Blankenship – Jul 12, 2024
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Jun 13, 2024
Dr. Caughran's Reply –
Thank you for your kind words.
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Audre Hughes – May 15, 2024
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Rhea H – Apr 13, 2024
Thank you, Rhea, so much. Your kind words are...Read More
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Shawn Spencer – Jul 23, 2023
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
No results
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Annie B – Jul 22, 2023
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Carol Wilcox – Jun 27, 2023
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Jean Bartram – Apr 01, 2023
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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DJones – Mar 08, 2023
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
T. Holley – Jan 21, 2023
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Thomas Blatt – Jan 07, 2023
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
Hal – Oct 12, 2022
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
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Chris Harris – Mar 29, 2022
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
Gary Graves – Oct 29, 2021
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Diane Sellers – Sep 07, 2021
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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SPM – Jul 28, 2021
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About Me

care philosophy

Dr. Caughran takes a conservative approach in his management of hip and knee pathology. He uses many diverse nonoperative modalities to get patients better without surgery. He treats all his patients as if they are a member of his...read more

biography

Dr. Caughran is a graduate of the University of Tennessee Health Science Center where obtained his medical degree. He completed his Orthopaedic Residency training at Marshall University in Huntington, WV followed by a Fellowship in Hip and Knee...read more

  • Orthopedic Surgery

  • Hip & Knee Orthopedics

  • Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgery

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  • Marshall University Joan C. Edwards School Of Medicine

    Internship Hospital

  • University Of Tennessee Health Science Center, Memphis

    Medical School

  • Rubin Institute For Advanced Orthopaedics, Sinai Hospital

    Fellowship Hospital, 2018

  • University Of Tennessee Health Science Center - Memphis, Tn

    Medical School, 2012

  • Furman University (bs)

    Undergraduate School, 2008
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery®
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Orthopedic Surgery
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Locations

Practice

University Physicians & Surgeons Inc.1600 Medical Center Dr Huntington, WV 25701
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  • Call
  • Fax
  • Hours
    • Mon: 8:00am - 4:30pm
    • Tue: 8:00am - 4:30pm
    • Wed: 8:00am - 4:30pm
    • Thu: 8:00am - 4:30pm
    • Fri: 8:00am - 4:30pm
    • Sat: closed
    • Sun: closed
  • Directions

Practice

Marshall Pediatrics300 Corporate Ctr Dr Scott Depot, WV 25560
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Practice

Sinai Hospital of Baltimore2401 W Belvedere Ave Baltimore, MD 21215
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Cabell Huntington Hospital

    1340 Hal Greer Blvd
    Huntington, WV 25701
    Recipient of 37
    hospital awards

    America’s 50 Best Hospitals for Surgical Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

    America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Joint Replacement Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    85%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% higher than the national average

    77%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    1% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • St. Mary's Medical Center

    2900 1st Ave
    Huntington, WV 25702
    Recipient of 6
    hospital awards

    America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Orthopedic Surgery Award™ (2024, 2023)

    Superior clinical outcomes in back and neck surgery, spinal fusion, hip fracture treatment, hip replacement, and total knee replacement

    Joint Replacement Excellence Award™ (2023)

    Superior clinical outcomes in back and neck surgery, spinal fusion, hip fracture treatment, hip replacement, and total knee replacement

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    83%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% lower than the national average

    75%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well
    View all patient feedback

  • King's Daughters Medical Center

    2201 Lexington Ave
    Ashland, KY 41101

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    81%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% lower than the national average

    79%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    3% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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