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About Joshua Tibbels PA-C
Joshua Tibbels, PA-C, earned his Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology from the University of Rhode Island. He then furthered his medical education by obtaining his Master of Science in Physician Studies from Marist University in Poughkeepsie, New York and additionally earned an Emergency Medical Technician Basic Certification from Massasoit Community College in Middleborough, Massachusetts.
He was drawn to specialize in orthopedics because of the opportunity to dramatically improve patients’ quality of life and help them return to the activities they love. His clinical interests include hip and knee replacement, hip and knee arthroscopy, sports medicine, and total joint revision.
Joshua brings a deep commitment to patient-centered care. His personal philosophy emphasizes the power of patient education, and he believes that informed individuals are better equipped to make the best decisions for their health. In his practice, he focuses on multiformat, movement-based treatment methods, with a strong emphasis on conservative care to achieve the best possible outcomes.
Outside of work Joshua enjoys hiking, spending time at the beach, participating in recreational sports and running.
Locations
479 Swansea Mall Drive
Swansea , MA
02777
Swansea , MA
02777
Insurance
Southcoast Health accepts most major insurance plans. Call the Southcoast Health patient registration department at 844-297-2952 or your health plan with any questions regarding coverage.
Ratings & Reviews
At Southcoast Health, we strive to deliver exceptional patient care along with an exceptional patient experience. We appreciate all of your feedback and share your comments to recognize the wonderful care our teams provide to you as well as identify areas for improvement.
Patient Comments (101)
Joshua was excellent. When he walked in my room, he introduced himself to me. This was a pre-admission visit. He explained everything I needed to know about my upcoming surgery!!
This office is like a well oiled machine every one treat you like they want to be treated and know your name aprons in time and expert advice is give
Josh Tibbels was absolutely amazing. He is exactly the person I needed for my knees. He listened and explained everything to me including all my options. Highly recommend!!
Amazing, absolutely top notch in every respect. I have had a lot experience with other providers. This was the best. I will not seek any other provider in the future. Dr. Lifrak is world class. Charlton hospital is the best I have experienced
Thoroughly explained my present medical situation as we progress to the next step in treatment
We saw Josh Tibbels, he was not only very knowledgeable but also curtious and professional. He has a terrific demeanor. I left the office satisfied with the appointment.
I was seen for my appointment earlier than my scheduled time. Didn't wait long at all. Both the assistant and the doctor were very thorough. Paid close attention to my concern and problem. Left feeling very good and knew I was on the right track to being less painful.
Appointments are always on time. Office and caregivers are always pleasant and professional. Communication between departments are delivered with accuracy.
Joshua Tibbels was absolutely fantastic. Answered all my questions regarding my surgery on August 3. His honesty was greatly appreciated regarding what kind of pain I should have. Looking forward to seeing his friendly face in surgery.
They are great
Josh is courteous & listens to any issues I may have & is always on time
Very courteous the doctor listened well and and was very nice about it. Thank you.
The staff has always been courteous and always been helpful and the provider is very courteous and very knowledgeable and I would recommend this facility and the providers there to anyone of my family and friends. Thank you for your patience and thank you for your help.
Don't change nothing. Everything was great. I loved everybody from the receptionist right till I walked out the door. So I don't change nothing. It was great. All right?
My appointment was with Joshuau00A0PA. Took his time explaining everything. Listened and answered my questions. Very easy to speak with.
The appointment was done in a timely manner.and the doctor was up to date on my case
It is always a pleasurable experience. I am always treated with kindness. My concerns are always answered.
I thought everything was good simple and easy
It was my first time seeing Joshua and he was friendly, polite and informative.
He explained everything,a good experience. I would tell every one i know South Coast rules,.
Provider very knowledgeable and caring that I have good outcomes.
Gentleman explained very nicely what was wrong and made you comfortable what was going on and I thank you. It was an okay day.
Explained everything so I could understand it. Awesome people
My visit was as perfect as it could have possibly been. Everyone was courteous and knowledgeable and I left feeling extremely confident about my upcoming surgery.
I had a wonderful experience today. He took his time to listen and really explained everything. Very knowledgeable.
Josh was professional, caring, and thorough. His explanations were understandable and continually asked if I had any questions or concerns.
Thanks very much
I was really hesitate to get a total knee replacement. But now I'm looking forward to getting my other knee done.
Appointment was on time and quickDr explained everything very thoroughly
Dr. Tibbels was friendly, thorough and easy to understand.
Joshua was excellent. From our first meeting a few months ago to today, or yesterday, his care and attentiveness were amazing. His professionalism and his advice were top-notch. Went in with a very, very sore shoulder, and now my shoulder feels absolutely fine. I didn't think that was ever going to happen. So kudos to Joshua and the team. Very excellent care. Thank you.
This office is like a well oiled machine makes me proud I'm a patient there
Josh Tibbels PA was excellent in his understanding of my concerns and addressed them in an understandable way.
The doctor that I had seen : Joshua P. Tibbels was very good he explained everything in terms that I understood very personal very respectful made us feel confident in his love to help people.
I called the office, to make an appointment they scheduled one for the next day
Everyone at this office from the front desk to the x-ray technician to the medical assistant to the doctor into the physician assistant they are all wonderful here thoughtful, kind, accurate knowledgeable, caring on time, just a wonderful office
Explained everything I need to know for my knee surgery
Everyone in the office is wonderful
Everything is great just the way it I'd
Great team & the fact that the doctor is always at the appointment is important
Always on time. Joshua Tibbels is very personable & I feel very comfortable getting cortisone shots from him.
I was able to get an X-ray at this facility which I thought was great and the physician reviewed the results with me that help me understand what was possible going on.
Everyone listenedEveryone knowledgeable Everyone very nice
Every step from Pre-op to today has gone as planned and on schedule.
Made sure I knew everything I had to do with my surgery and answered any questions I had
I found everything was done as it should have been. Everyone was courteous and all my questions were answered and all the information was clearly made understood and I had a very, very good experience. And I think Mr. Tibble is very knowledgeable, all the staff there was knowledgeable and thank you for your help.
Fast service and very knowledgeable staff with a variety of options.
Joshua was great in explaining what to expect before and after my surgery. Took the time to answer all my questions.
I was very pleased with the complete experience I had with this staff and medical care I received at this office.
Staff show concern patients. You do not feel like another number.
Joshua was kind, polite and thoroughly explained the surgical procedure that I will be having next week. He never made me feel hurried and gave me time to ask questions as well as told me to call if I thought of anything afterwards.
Everyone was very kind and able to answer all my questions
Explained everything in detail and what to expect.
Dr [Name] and his team are awesome. I have some family and friends about him and they have going to him!
Everyone in the office is exceptional. No complaints at all
Joshua always listens to my concerns! He is very relatable easy to talk to and extremely knowledgeable!
First time meeting Josh Tibbles, he was pleasant and professional. Did a great job covering all details related to my upcoming surgery.
Joshua is very well informed and helpful
Staff and Josh Tibbles were professional, personable, courteous and knowledgeable. All attributes a patient wants in a provider. Southcoast Health has their collective "acts" together. A fantastic organization across the board!
Made you feel comfortable explaining things in a manner that you could understand took time didn't make me feel rushed. Explained things and asked several times if I had any questions and answer at each one thoroughly.
Joshua Tibbels listened to and heard my concerns. He explained everything in detail and offered treatment options. I truly appreciated his kindness and attentiveness to my concerns.
I continue to be impressed with Josh T. And the entire staff at Southcoast Orthopedics - Swansea. Josh did my preop appointment last week and I will be undergoing a total hip replacement in the coming days. Josh was the first one I met with when I started this journey and he is everything Southcoast expires to be. His bedside manner is excellent, he knows orthopedics insight and out, he answered all of my questions and put all of my concern concerns to rest. I'm actually looking forward to this procedure and the entire staff at Southcoast Orthopedics - Swansea has been fantastic.
Professional all the way through.
The provider had up to date information and what i should expect
Quick, efficient, knowledgeable, personable. A+
Joshuau00A0Tibbels orthopedic in Swansea is excellent. Professional , yet pleasant , friendly and very knowledgeable and. personable. We would recommend him to anyone. Makes you feel at ease and comfortable. Thank you
Excellant Dr
First time that I've met Joshua and he was excellent. Timely, professional, explained everything and he did not rush at all. Very good. Sorry. It was an excellent visit and I really enjoyed talking to Joshua as he totally listened and talked to me and it was great. Thank you.
Comfortable conversations about my specific case and plans for a good way forward. Keep up the good work.
It was quick and well explained for my procedure in two weeks.
Very friendly, and answered all my questions
Everything went well. I know what is next.
Joshua was absolutely great. He carefully listened to what had happened to my arm. He explained the results by showing me the X-ray and the healed fracture. He recommended PT to help me regain the range of motion without pain. I couldn't have asked for better PA to treat me!!
Straight forward explanation of what to expect from surgical procedure. Generous with time answering questions
Josh explained everything & was very pleasant
I've been to this office several times now I love the providers. They are very professional. They know what they're looking at. They explain things down to my level. The office is well maintained and runs very smoothly. The office stuff is very polite and friendly. I really love this office.
Explain everything clearly where I could understand
The provider ( Mr. Tibbles) took his time and listened to what I was trying to do for the next three months in connection with his treatment plan and my expectations . He explained aspects and possibilities of improvement and continued to monitor my progress and supported my goals for recovery.
Was seen very quickly, everyone in the office was extremely nice. Joshua really listened to my concerns he was patient while we discussed my options for treatment. Would definitely recommend to friends and family
Excellent experience. Very well run office staff and great health provider.
I had an appointment today at 10:30 at South Coast orthopedics in Swansea.. The staff was kind and friendly in my appointment was on time.Dr Josh Tebbels was absolutely amazing. He was very kind and friendly and very well experienced.He gave me a Cortizone shot in the knee and now it feels 100% betterThanks you doctor josh..!!!South Coast has the best staff and the best doctors and surgeons. You are treated like a person not just a number I love south Coast.!!!![Name] [Name]…..
Joshua was great. He definitely put me at ease about getting knee injections. He continued talking to me and I didn't feel a thing. He was great. Will recommend him to family and friends for sure.
No improvement necessary all went well
Very professional and friendly
He was wonderful!
I was very impressed and happy with the Medical treatment that was given to me. I would recommend South Coast for anyone that would have a knee replacement.
my first time there and everyone was so pleasant and accommodating from the receptionist, room attendant, x ray and Joshua. i was so anxious about a cortisone shot and Josh put me at ease and i did not feel anything. He is the Best
I appreciate Dr. Josh "listened" and informed me of path foward.
I love my orthopedic staff. From the receptionist to every Dr. The staff is absolutely outstanding.
Highly individualized treatment plan. This provider educated us and advised us during the visit. He conducted a thorough evaluation and assessment and was very helpful in the referral process.
I saw Joshua Tibbles today. What a very knowledgeable and educated young man he is. Great bedside manner. Did not feel rushed at all. Explained everything in great detail. Took the time with us explaining everything so we could be informed. AAA +++ My husband and I were very impressed indeed. Staff was wonderful as well. Thank you
Joshua was thorough in explaining the x-rays and everything during the process.
The doctor listened to my concerns and gave me suggestions on how to improve my health.
Everyone was kind and listened to my situation
My physician's assistant, Joshua, did an absolutely spectacular job, very kind and knowledgeable, told me what I was facing. I'd go back to see him in a second, would recommend him highly.
My entire experience with SouthCoast has always been above and beyond any expectation that I might have had. That includes appointment scheduling up to and including everyone that I had contact with.
All office staff is very friendly and helpful. The Provider was very thorough in explaining everything to me and he was very polite, helpful and friendly!!
The provider was attentive and informative. It was easy to trust his knowledge and expertise in our care plan.
Timely appointments waiting for MRI, still in pain and restricted.
Always a good experience Seen quicklyFriendly staff
Listened and had answer to questions