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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Did not see Gary as waiting time was more than a hour.
(4 days ago)
May-2026
Dr Wertman is a great doctor. He truly cares. He's very efficient and If you need a little extra time in an appointment with him, he gives it to you.
(5 days ago)
May-2026
Shows great care and compassion. I was extremely nervous about being awake for surgery but he helped calm me.
(6 days ago)
May-2026
Awesome
(1 week ago)
May-2026
He repaired both of my shoulders, one of my knees and, most importantly, my overall quality of life. ‘Priceless’ to me!
(1 week ago)
May-2026
Attentive, great listener, helped me decide what treatment I may want to pursue.
(2 weeks ago)
May-2026
Very professional and very informative would recommend him to anyone needing a consult and prospective surgery. 10 stars
(2 weeks ago)
May-2026
Dr Wertman listens and offers encouragement to work through the process.
(2 weeks ago)
May-2026
Dr. Wertman is very empathetic to his patients and very thorough. Highly recommend him.
(2 weeks ago)
Apr-2026
I had Dupuytren's contracture on my left ring finger. Dr. Wertman performed
Needle Aponeurotomy and successfully straightened my finger. I was able to play golf a week after the surgery. Great experience with Dr. Wertman.
(1 month ago)
Apr-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
Did not see Gary as waiting time was more than a hour.
Dr Wertman is a great doctor. He truly cares. He's very efficient and If you need a little extra time in an appointment with him, he gives it to you.
Shows great care and compassion. I was extremely nervous about being awake for surgery but he helped calm me.
Awesome
He repaired both of my shoulders, one of my knees and, most importantly, my overall quality of life. ‘Priceless’ to me!
Attentive, great listener, helped me decide what treatment I may want to pursue.
Very professional and very informative would recommend him to anyone needing a consult and prospective surgery. 10 stars
Dr Wertman listens and offers encouragement to work through the process.
Dr. Wertman is very empathetic to his patients and very thorough. Highly recommend him.
I had Dupuytren's contracture on my left ring finger. Dr. Wertman performed Needle Aponeurotomy and successfully straightened my finger. I was able to play golf a week after the surgery. Great experience with Dr. Wertman.