Dr. Jesse L. West, M.D. graduated from UNC Chapel Hill and Duke University School of Medicine. He completed his surgical internship at Duke and his Orthopaedic Surgery Residency at the University of Wisconsin. Dr. West then completed an Orthopaedic Sports Medicine Fellowship at the American Sports Medicine Institute. His additional training focused on the latest arthroscopic techniques for treatment of sports injuries of the shoulder, elbow, and knee. Since 2009, Dr. West has focused on arthroscopic and open reconstruction of the shoulder, which accounts for the majority of his 700 surgical cases annually.
Dr. Jesse L. West, M.D. graduated from UNC Chapel Hill and Duke University School of Medicine. He completed his surgical internship at Duke and his Orthopaedic Surgery Residency at the University of Wisconsin. Dr. West then completed an Orthopaedic Sports Medicine Fellowship at the American Sports Medicine Institute. His additional training focused on the latest arthroscopic techniques for treatment of sports injuries of the shoulder, elbow, and knee. Since 2009, Dr. West has focused on arthroscopic and open reconstruction of the shoulder, which accounts for the majority of his 700 surgical cases annually.
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He did a great job. Listened to me and answered my questions.
(5 days ago)
Nov-2025
Clear and concise. Procedure went well. 👍
(1 week ago)
Nov-2025
Warm, personable and very thorough! His reputation is outstanding - and I totally support this!
(1 week ago)
Nov-2025
Fast, smart, cheerful, 100% on top of everything.
(1 week ago)
Nov-2025
Thank you Dr West.!!?
(2 weeks ago)
Nov-2025
Excellent bed side manner, friendly and capable. I feel like I’m in good hands when I see Dr. West
Dr. West truly listens. He takes the time to understand what you’re experiencing, and never rushes through an appointment. His bedside manner is outstanding, and his treatment decisions are thoughtful, thorough, and grounded in real expertise. I’m so grateful for the care he provides.
One thing that really stands out is how he remembers and points out details from my medical history—showing that he pays close attention and that I’m not just another number. That level of attentiveness is rare, and it means so much.
(2 weeks ago)
Nov-2025
Give the patient best care possible and listen to their concerns.
(2 weeks ago)
Nov-2025
Very professional and thorough. Explained the process of my procedure and how long healing process will take.
(2 weeks ago)
Nov-2025
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Asheville Office
18 Medical Park Drive Asheville, NC 28803
Dr. Jesse L. West, M.D. is a native of Asheville who graduated from Asheville Christian Academy. He also graduated from UNC Chapel Hill and Duke University School of Medicine. He completed his surgical internship at Duke and his Orthopaedic Surgery Residency at the University of Wisconsin.
Dr. West then completed an Orthopaedic Sports Medicine Fellowship at the American Sports Medicine Institute in Birmingham, Alabama with Drs. James Andrews, William Clancy, Lyle Cain, and Jeff Dugas. his additional training focused on the latest arthroscopic techniques for treatment of sports injuries of the shoulder, elbow, and knee.
Since 2009, Dr. West has focused on arthroscopic and open reconstruction of the shoulder, which accounts for the majority of his 700 surgical cases annually. These include several hundred arthroscopic rotator cuff repairs, arthroscopic labral repairs (stabilization), and arthroscopic biceps repair (tenodesis), which can be performed simultaneously. He also performs a large volume of shoulder replacement from shoulder resurfacing to reverse total replacement. Dr. West was the first surgeon in Western North Carolina to perform outpatient shoulder replacement at a surgery center. Since 2011, he only admits patients following shoulder replacement at their request.
As a sports medicine, specialist, Dr. West also performs arthroscopic treatment of knee meniscal tears, ACL tears, and elbow soft tissue injuries. He understands the importance of getting all patients back to their previous level of function, whether at work or play.
Though training, experience, and surgical skill are important, Dr. West enjoys focusing on his patients. The majority of people are helped with non-surgical interventions. If surgery is required, Dr. West utilizes one of the two surgery centers in Asheville and takes call for his patients 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. He is committed to helping all of his patients reach their optimal outcome.
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He did a great job. Listened to me and answered my questions.
Clear and concise. Procedure went well. 👍
Warm, personable and very thorough! His reputation is outstanding - and I totally support this!
Fast, smart, cheerful, 100% on top of everything.
Thank you Dr West.!!?
Excellent bed side manner, friendly and capable. I feel like I’m in good hands when I see Dr. West
Professional, thorough, courteous, respectful & friendly
Dr. West truly listens. He takes the time to understand what you’re experiencing, and never rushes through an appointment. His bedside manner is outstanding, and his treatment decisions are thoughtful, thorough, and grounded in real expertise. I’m so grateful for the care he provides. One thing that really stands out is how he remembers and points out details from my medical history—showing that he pays close attention and that I’m not just another number. That level of attentiveness is rare, and it means so much.
Give the patient best care possible and listen to their concerns.
Very professional and thorough. Explained the process of my procedure and how long healing process will take.