Orthopedics, Knee Surgery, Shoulder, Sports Medicine
Brevard, Hendersonville
Most recent review: 3 weeks ago
Recent
4.9
441 Ratings
186 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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Dr Kersten is the greatest thank you for all you have done he gave me my right arm 💪 back
(3 weeks ago)
Apr-2026
Great doctor who truly cares about his patients.
(3 weeks ago)
Apr-2026
Dr Kersten takes time to answer questions and explains things clearly. He never makes you feel rushed.
(3 weeks ago)
Apr-2026
Dr. Kersten is attentive and informative. He listens to questions and concerns then addresses them. I will return to Dr. Kdrsten when I need another surgery.
Dr. Kersten's NP needs to be more informative when she sees patients. I had to ask to get pertinent information from her.
(1 month ago)
Apr-2026
Very informative
(1 month ago)
Apr-2026
Very informative. Gave me all my options then let me pick my treatment. Not at all pushy. Really nice person
(1 month ago)
Apr-2026
He really eased my mind about my surgery.
(1 month ago)
Apr-2026
A very kind and confidence-inspiring dr.
(1 month ago)
Apr-2026
Listened to my concerns attentively and advised me with the best course of action going forward for my healing
(1 month ago)
Mar-2026
Listened to my questions and concerns and clearly explained procedure details.
(1 month ago)
Mar-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.
Dr Kersten is the greatest thank you for all you have done he gave me my right arm 💪 back
Great doctor who truly cares about his patients.
Dr Kersten takes time to answer questions and explains things clearly. He never makes you feel rushed.
Dr. Kersten is attentive and informative. He listens to questions and concerns then addresses them. I will return to Dr. Kdrsten when I need another surgery. Dr. Kersten's NP needs to be more informative when she sees patients. I had to ask to get pertinent information from her.
Very informative
Very informative. Gave me all my options then let me pick my treatment. Not at all pushy. Really nice person
He really eased my mind about my surgery.
A very kind and confidence-inspiring dr.
Listened to my concerns attentively and advised me with the best course of action going forward for my healing
Listened to my questions and concerns and clearly explained procedure details.