Orthopedics, Knee Surgery, Shoulder, Sports Medicine
Brevard, Hendersonville
Most recent review: 5 days ago
New
4.9
496 Ratings
204 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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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.
(2 weeks ago)
Aug-2026
Professional and kind. Was in for a steroid injection and his technique was excellent. Barely felt the needle.
(3 weeks ago)
Jul-2026
Great!
(3 weeks 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
Very knowledgeable, likable, answered all my questions.
I would really recommend him.
(1 month ago)
Jul-2026
Dr Kerstern was prompt. He explained exactly what my injury was and he went over the various treatment options. In addition he explained some cost alternatives .I was happy with my visit.
(1 month ago)
Jul-2026
Dr. Kersten is the best! He fixed up my knee so well! So happy I got sent to him for surgery!
(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.
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.
Very knowledgeable, likable, answered all my questions. I would really recommend him.
Dr Kerstern was prompt. He explained exactly what my injury was and he went over the various treatment options. In addition he explained some cost alternatives .I was happy with my visit.
Dr. Kersten is the best! He fixed up my knee so well! So happy I got sent to him for surgery!