Board certified in orthopedic surgery with a subspecialty in hand/upper extremity surgery, Dr. Gary Wertman, D.O. is a graduate of Penn State University and Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine.
After completing his orthopedic surgery training in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, he practiced for a short time in eastern North Carolina before quickly realizing the community’s need for a fellowship-trained upper extremity surgeon. Subsequently, he completed a fellowship at the OrthoCarolina Hand Center in Charlotte, NC, where he specialized in Hand, Upper Extremity, and Microvascular Surgery.
Board certified in orthopedic surgery with a subspecialty in hand/upper extremity surgery, Dr. Gary Wertman, D.O. is a graduate of Penn State University and Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine.
After completing his orthopedic surgery training in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, he practiced for a short time in eastern North Carolina before quickly realizing the community’s need for a fellowship-trained upper extremity surgeon. Subsequently, he completed a fellowship at the OrthoCarolina Hand Center in Charlotte, NC, where he specialized in Hand, Upper Extremity, and Microvascular Surgery.
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Takes the time to listen and he explains things thoroughly.
(3 days ago)
Feb-2026
The best!
(1 week ago)
Feb-2026
He has a very pleasant attitude and he did a great job
(1 week ago)
Feb-2026
Did wonderful work on my rotator,
(2 weeks ago)
Feb-2026
Very good Doctor. Explains treatment plans/options for your condition and he explains it throughly. I would highly recommend him.
(2 weeks ago)
Feb-2026
Great Job all the way around....
(3 weeks ago)
Feb-2026
Great guy and we were on the same page.
(3 weeks ago)
Jan-2026
Superior, orthopedic surgeon. Professional, listens to clients and treatment plans are thoroughly discussed.
(1 month ago)
Jan-2026
I felt like I was in very good care. Dr. Wertman took the time to answer my questions and was always smiling which helps relieve the anxiety of going to the doctors office.
(1 month ago)
Jan-2026
Dr. Wertman and his staff are truly professionals in their field. The visit went very smoothly while addressing all my needs.
(1 month ago)
Jan-2026
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Coastal Region: Morehead City - Orthopedics
3714 Guardian Avenue Suite E Morehead City, NC 28557
Coastal Region: Swansboro - Orthopedics
775-2 West Corbett Avenue Swansboro, NC 28584
Coastal Region: Jacksonville - 2145 Country Club Rd - Orthopedics
2145 Country Club Road Suite 800 Jacksonville, NC 28546
Board certified in orthopedic surgery with a subspecialty in hand/upper extremity surgery, Dr. Gary Wertman, D.O. is a graduate of Penn State University and Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine.
After completing his orthopedic surgery training in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, he practiced for a short time in eastern North Carolina before quickly realizing the community’s need for a fellowship-trained upper extremity surgeon. Subsequently, he completed a fellowship at the OrthoCarolina Hand Center in Charlotte, NC, where he specialized in Hand, Upper Extremity, and Microvascular Surgery.
During his fellowship training, Dr. Wertman had the unique opportunity of using sports medicine to treat a variety of upper extremity injuries in professional athletes within the greater Charlotte area.
Dr. Wertman has a broad range of orthopedic knowledge, with a special area of interest in upper extremity conditions involving the hand, wrist, elbow, and shoulder, including carpal tunnel surgery, arthritis, fracture care, sports/work-related injuries, nerve compression syndromes, traumatic reconstructions, and congenital abnormalities.
He is dedicated to the team approach to patient care, involving the orthopedic surgeon, occupational therapists, physicians, and the patient’s family to coordinate a smooth recovery and return to normal activity.
Serving the coastal region, Dr. Wertman welcomes patients in Jacksonville, Morehead City, and Swansboro.
Education Undergraduate: Penn State University Medical School: Philadelphia College of Medicine Residency: PinnacleHealth Hospitals- Harrisburg, PA Fellowship: OrthoCarolina Hand Center- Charlotte, NC
Takes the time to listen and he explains things thoroughly.
The best!
He has a very pleasant attitude and he did a great job
Did wonderful work on my rotator,
Very good Doctor. Explains treatment plans/options for your condition and he explains it throughly. I would highly recommend him.
Great Job all the way around....
Great guy and we were on the same page.
Superior, orthopedic surgeon. Professional, listens to clients and treatment plans are thoroughly discussed.
I felt like I was in very good care. Dr. Wertman took the time to answer my questions and was always smiling which helps relieve the anxiety of going to the doctors office.
Dr. Wertman and his staff are truly professionals in their field. The visit went very smoothly while addressing all my needs.