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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He really eased my mind about my surgery.
(4 days ago)
Apr-2026
A very kind and confidence-inspiring dr.
(4 days ago)
Apr-2026
Listened to my concerns attentively and advised me with the best course of action going forward for my healing
(1 week ago)
Mar-2026
Listened to my questions and concerns and clearly explained procedure details.
(1 week ago)
Mar-2026
Excellent Physician in every way.
(1 week ago)
Mar-2026
Dr. Kersten is very informative and friendly!
(2 weeks ago)
Mar-2026
Good visit. Informative
(3 weeks ago)
Mar-2026
Love the doc!
Staff is professional!
Thank you.
(3 weeks ago)
Mar-2026
Dr Kersten took time to listen to me and then made a recommendation specifically tailored to my needs.
(3 weeks ago)
Mar-2026
Helpful and direct.
(3 weeks 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.
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.
Excellent Physician in every way.
Dr. Kersten is very informative and friendly!
Good visit. Informative
Love the doc! Staff is professional! Thank you.
Dr Kersten took time to listen to me and then made a recommendation specifically tailored to my needs.
Helpful and direct.