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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Good listener.
(1 month ago)
Sep-2025
Explained things very well. Asked my opinion on things.
(1 month ago)
Sep-2025
Dr.Kersten is top notch all the way around. He cares about his patients and explains everything clearly. He makes you feel at ease.
(1 month ago)
Sep-2025
Explained pros and cons in clear language.
(1 month ago)
Sep-2025
Nice visit with Dr. Kersten. Friendly & informative!
(1 month ago)
Sep-2025
Thanks so much for great care
(1 month ago)
Sep-2025
I went to see doctor for second opinion. Explained everything to me which first doctor didn’t. His P.A. also explained it to me very happy getting the whole story
(1 month ago)
Sep-2025
Very polite and listens to my needs.
(1 month ago)
Sep-2025
Very no nonsense professional, I appreciate directness and strait talk, no room for ambiguity!
(2 months ago)
Aug-2025
Great doctor. I enjoyed his assessment of my issue and agreed with his plan to fix the problem. Very thankful.
(2 months ago)
Aug-2025
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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.
Good listener.
Explained things very well. Asked my opinion on things.
Dr.Kersten is top notch all the way around. He cares about his patients and explains everything clearly. He makes you feel at ease.
Explained pros and cons in clear language.
Nice visit with Dr. Kersten. Friendly & informative!
Thanks so much for great care
I went to see doctor for second opinion. Explained everything to me which first doctor didn’t. His P.A. also explained it to me very happy getting the whole story
Very polite and listens to my needs.
Very no nonsense professional, I appreciate directness and strait talk, no room for ambiguity!
Great doctor. I enjoyed his assessment of my issue and agreed with his plan to fix the problem. Very thankful.