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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Listened to my concerns, gave me treatment choices, and provided a good explanation of what the exrays found.
(6 days ago)
Oct-2025
He takes time and listens to the patient.
(1 week ago)
Oct-2025
Very nice professional Doctor my first time seeing him and he told me exactly what I need
(1 week ago)
Oct-2025
Very nice and knowledgeable. Jumped at telling me I needed surgery before confirmation of MRI. Once he knew I didn’t need surgery I felt like he was done. However I needed my pain and lack of mobility addressed. Which he ended up doing.
(2 weeks ago)
Oct-2025
Quick and to the point and gave me a few options. Thank you.
(2 weeks ago)
Oct-2025
Dr. Kersten is thoughtful and upfront in discussing treatment options.
Brie did a terrific job with a painless blood draw.
Front desk staff was friendly and efficient.
(2 weeks ago)
Oct-2025
Beyond excellent. Phenomenal physician. Great work on my new knee. He’s my ortho doc forever.
(2 weeks ago)
Oct-2025
Good listener.
(3 weeks 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
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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.
Listened to my concerns, gave me treatment choices, and provided a good explanation of what the exrays found.
He takes time and listens to the patient.
Very nice professional Doctor my first time seeing him and he told me exactly what I need
Very nice and knowledgeable. Jumped at telling me I needed surgery before confirmation of MRI. Once he knew I didn’t need surgery I felt like he was done. However I needed my pain and lack of mobility addressed. Which he ended up doing.
Quick and to the point and gave me a few options. Thank you.
Dr. Kersten is thoughtful and upfront in discussing treatment options. Brie did a terrific job with a painless blood draw. Front desk staff was friendly and efficient.
Beyond excellent. Phenomenal physician. Great work on my new knee. He’s my ortho doc forever.
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.