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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Carolina Hand & Sports is top notch and Doctor West excellent
(3 days ago)
Aug-2026
Personable, friendly Doc who took the time to explain in detail my shoulder condition and potential remedies. Would highly recommend Dr West!
(5 days ago)
Aug-2026
Always nice and goes the extra mile to explain what the problem is.
(6 days ago)
Aug-2026
Good Man
(1 week ago)
Aug-2026
All I can say is that Dr West and Travis and all the staff are the best.
(1 week ago)
Aug-2026
I work in healthcare and reached out to several friends that own several physical therapy businesses and asked if I had to have shoulder who you recommend. Got 3 replies and all Dr West. I had great experience from the time I walked into the reception area, to X-rays etc. I have no regrets coming here and highly recommend
(2 weeks ago)
Aug-2026
Knows what he is doing and does it well
(2 weeks ago)
Aug-2026
Very informative visit, highly recommend and very pleased with my results.
(2 weeks ago)
Aug-2026
Dr.West fixed both of my knees. Right knee in September of 2024 and my left one on July 1st of this year. (Both meniscus tears) He is so great! He answers all my questions, is kind and knows what he is doing. (Quick surgery, great staff and minimal scars) I feel so much better and I’m so grateful to have found him. I highly would recommend him if you need surgery. You will be taken care of!
(2 weeks ago)
Aug-2026
Dr West is friendly, knowledgeable, listens carefully and the office visit is very efficient.
(3 weeks ago)
Aug-2026
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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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Carolina Hand & Sports is top notch and Doctor West excellent
Personable, friendly Doc who took the time to explain in detail my shoulder condition and potential remedies. Would highly recommend Dr West!
Always nice and goes the extra mile to explain what the problem is.
Good Man
All I can say is that Dr West and Travis and all the staff are the best.
I work in healthcare and reached out to several friends that own several physical therapy businesses and asked if I had to have shoulder who you recommend. Got 3 replies and all Dr West. I had great experience from the time I walked into the reception area, to X-rays etc. I have no regrets coming here and highly recommend
Knows what he is doing and does it well
Very informative visit, highly recommend and very pleased with my results.
Dr.West fixed both of my knees. Right knee in September of 2024 and my left one on July 1st of this year. (Both meniscus tears) He is so great! He answers all my questions, is kind and knows what he is doing. (Quick surgery, great staff and minimal scars) I feel so much better and I’m so grateful to have found him. I highly would recommend him if you need surgery. You will be taken care of!
Dr West is friendly, knowledgeable, listens carefully and the office visit is very efficient.