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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Awesome professional Doctor and Surgeon, I consider myself fortunate to had him operated on my shoulder.
(1 month ago)
Sep-2025
Excellent, gave good feedback about my recovery and was reassuring
(1 month ago)
Sep-2025
He seemed concerned about my mri results.
(1 month ago)
Sep-2025
Provided answers to all questions and was thorough in exam. Great communicator.
(1 month ago)
Sep-2025
Knowledgeable,thorough,
(1 month ago)
Sep-2025
Great doctor
(1 month ago)
Sep-2025
I like how he took the time to explain everything to me.
(1 month ago)
Sep-2025
The best in his field of medicine!
(1 month ago)
Sep-2025
Very kind and pleasant bedside manner.
Would recommend to anyone needing this type of medical assistance. Thank you.
(1 month ago)
Sep-2025
Always very kind and professional!
(1 month ago)
Sep-2025
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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
Awesome professional Doctor and Surgeon, I consider myself fortunate to had him operated on my shoulder.
Excellent, gave good feedback about my recovery and was reassuring
He seemed concerned about my mri results.
Provided answers to all questions and was thorough in exam. Great communicator.
Knowledgeable,thorough,
Great doctor
I like how he took the time to explain everything to me.
The best in his field of medicine!
Very kind and pleasant bedside manner. Would recommend to anyone needing this type of medical assistance. Thank you.
Always very kind and professional!