Orthopedics, Knee Surgery, Shoulder, Sports Medicine
Brevard, Hendersonville
Most recent review: 1 week ago
Recent
4.9
505 Ratings
207 Comments
Double board-certified in orthopedic surgery and orthopedic sports medicine, Andrew Kersten, MD, provides individualized care to athletes of all ages. He specializes as a shoulder surgeon as well as in disorders of the shoulder, knee, and elbow, but he cares for the full spectrum of orthopedic issues at his private practice in Asheville and Hendersonville, North Carolina. His knowledge and passion allow him to give the best treatment to athletes so they can return to the sport they love to play.
Double board-certified in orthopedic surgery and orthopedic sports medicine, Andrew Kersten, MD, provides individualized care to athletes of all ages. He specializes as a shoulder surgeon as well as in disorders of the shoulder, knee, and elbow, but he cares for the full spectrum of orthopedic issues at his private practice in Asheville and Hendersonville, North Carolina. His knowledge and passion allow him to give the best treatment to athletes so they can return to the sport they love to play.
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Was very happy with my visit today! Was in and out in very short time! All questions answered.
(1 week ago)
Sep-2026
Dr. Kersten was so kind and patient and caring to my 96 year old Mother
(2 weeks ago)
Aug-2026
Listens and explains
(2 weeks ago)
Aug-2026
Very nice manner and most of all he listened to my concerns.
Dr. Kersten’s explanations helped me to understand the issues with my knee. I appreciate that he was not pushing surgery.
(1 month ago)
Aug-2026
Professional and kind. Was in for a steroid injection and his technique was excellent. Barely felt the needle.
(1 month ago)
Jul-2026
Great!
(1 month ago)
Jul-2026
Dr Kersten took time to explain my problems in detail and the options for treatment.
(1 month ago)
Jul-2026
Great doctor, explains everything in detail.
(1 month ago)
Jul-2026
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Blue Ridge Region: Brevard - Orthopedics
89 Hospital Drive Suite A Brevard, NC 28712
Blue Ridge Region: Hendersonville - Orthopedics
800 Fleming Street Hendersonville, NC 28791
Double board-certified in orthopedic surgery and orthopedic sports medicine, Andrew Kersten, MD, provides individualized care to athletes of all ages. He specializes as a shoulder surgeon as well as in disorders of the shoulder, knee, and elbow, but he cares for the full spectrum of orthopedic issues at his private practice in Asheville and Hendersonville, North Carolina. His knowledge and passion allow him to give the best treatment to athletes so they can return to the sport they love to play.
Dr. Kersten enjoys working with his patients to formulate the best treatment plan to achieve their unique goals. He performs the most advanced procedures available, including minimally invasive arthroscopic surgery and computer-assisted shoulder and knee replacements. He also provides a full range of nonsurgical options, like platelet-rich plasma (PRP) injections.
Dr. Kersten completed his undergraduate education at Purdue University in West Lafayette, Indiana. He then earned his medical degree at the Indiana University School of Medicine in Indianapolis. He went on to complete his residency in orthopedic surgery at Beaumont Hospital in Royal Oak, Michigan, one of the top-ranked hospitals in the country.
Dr. Kersten then finished a one-year fellowship in arthroscopy and sports medicine at San Diego Sports Medicine & Orthopaedic Center, where he trained under leaders in the field, including shoulder specialist Dr. Jim Esch, the “father of shoulder arthroscopy.” During his fellowship training, Dr. Kersten worked with the San Diego Padres baseball team and San Diego State University football and soccer teams.
Dr. Kersten‘s expertise as a shoulder specialist, knee specialist, elbow specialist, and ankle specialist.
Was very happy with my visit today! Was in and out in very short time! All questions answered.
Dr. Kersten was so kind and patient and caring to my 96 year old Mother
Listens and explains
Very nice manner and most of all he listened to my concerns.
Always listens. Shows compassion. Finds solutions.
Dr. Kersten’s explanations helped me to understand the issues with my knee. I appreciate that he was not pushing surgery.
Professional and kind. Was in for a steroid injection and his technique was excellent. Barely felt the needle.
Great!
Dr Kersten took time to explain my problems in detail and the options for treatment.
Great doctor, explains everything in detail.