Orthopedics, Knee Surgery, Shoulder, Sports Medicine
Brevard, Hendersonville
Most recent review: 3 days ago
New
4.9
454 Ratings
187 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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I think the world of Dr. Kirsten he has really just sat down and talk to me and answered all of my questions and you can tell he’s such a wonderful person, but I really admire him and I’m so thankful for him!
(3 days ago)
Jun-2026
Dr Kersten replaced my left knee in October of 2025 .The surgery was great & the recovery was excellent.
(1 week ago)
May-2026
Dr Kersten is the greatest thank you for all you have done he gave me my right arm 💪 back
(1 month ago)
Apr-2026
Great doctor who truly cares about his patients.
(1 month ago)
Apr-2026
Dr Kersten takes time to answer questions and explains things clearly. He never makes you feel rushed.
(1 month 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
(2 months ago)
Apr-2026
He really eased my mind about my surgery.
(2 months ago)
Apr-2026
A very kind and confidence-inspiring dr.
(2 months ago)
Apr-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.
I think the world of Dr. Kirsten he has really just sat down and talk to me and answered all of my questions and you can tell he’s such a wonderful person, but I really admire him and I’m so thankful for him!
Dr Kersten replaced my left knee in October of 2025 .The surgery was great & the recovery was excellent.
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.