Dr. Askins specializes in hip & knee joint replacement surgery and arthroscopy.
Doctor of Medicine
University of Florida
Residency
University of Miami/Jackson Memorial Medical Center
Bio
Dr. Askins is a board-certified Orthopedic Surgeon who specializes in primary hip and knee joint replacement surgery (arthroplasty), revision joint replacement surgery of hips and knees, and knee arthroscopy. He has special surgical expertise in minimally invasive surgery and outpatient (same-day) surgery.
Dr. Askins attended the University of Florida for both his undergraduate studies and medical school. After receiving his Medical Degree (M.D.) from the University of Florida. He moved to Miami, FL to complete his Surgical Internship and Orthopedic Residency at the University of Miami/Jackson Memorial Medical Center. During his Orthopedic Residency, he published several papers on various Orthopedic topics.
After completing his residency, Dr. Askins returned home to Sarasota, Florida, and has been treating the greater Sarasota population since 1996. When he is not caring for his patients, Dr. Askins enjoys watching football, fishing, and the outdoors.
Memberships
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American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery (ABOS)
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American Association of Hip and Knee Surgeons (AAHKS)
What Our Patients Are Saying
- John Calia
Dr. Askins replaced my left hip in 2013. I had surgery on a Friday morning and I was walking without a cane on Monday. I have had no issues since. He now cares for my left knee. He’s very easy going and patient. So happy a friend referred me to him.
April 10, 2025D. BrooksI now have had both knees replaced, first one 11 years ago, and most recently just 4 weeks ago. I cannot say enough good things about Dr. Askins. He takes the time to explain details about the why and how of his diagnosis and procedures, and his follow-through is excellent. I have every reason to believe I will be as pleased with this newest knee as I was with the first one. Dr.... read more
August 7, 2019Julie ClarkeDr. Askins was very thorough in his evaluation and procedure of my recent full knee replacement. His office planned my at home recovery. I was surprised I could stop using my walker and drive after only 16 days after the surgery. My pain was minimal after the surgery. I had tried every other cure including stem cells and nothing worked. I put this surgery off for at least 10 years thinking it would get better.... read more
July 31, 2018 - Carol Gay
My left knee had been operated on three times and became infected. Dr. Askins had been highly recommended for knee revisions and I am so fortunate that I chose him. Not only is he knowledgable and skilled, he is also kind, caring, patient and personable.
May 22, 2017Jacalyn HealyDr Askins is the Best of the Best. Absolute Professional Surgeon with acute attention to detail with a willingness to answer a hundred questions from his patient. Cares about you and his work being his best!
April 19, 2023Matthew AdamoI injured myself and needed to get into an ortho ASAP. The ER doctor wanted me in an ortho's office the next day, I called 3 other practices and the soonest the other practices would get me in was two weeks! From the first phone call his staff were courteous, compassionate and seemed to genuinely care about my problem and dilemma. They worked with me and made accommodations to get me in the very next... read more
January 11, 2017 - Gamal Chtay
THANKS FOR THE OUTSTANDING JOB that Dr ASKINS PERFORMED ON MY RIGHT KNEE it has been six months and just can't say enough about the wonderful surgery and the care at all time. PLEASE DON'T hesitate to visit their professional office. THANKS AGAIN.
August 15, 2018Frank WoxmanDr. Askins has replaced both of my hips - surgery went perfectly & recovery was fast. He is the best!
October 3, 2017Karen KopkeGreat surgeon, Dr Askins did both of my hip replacements. Wouldn't let anyone else ever do it but him.
November 20, 2017