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’s an excellent doctor!
(3 days ago)
Jul-2026
Professional, compassionate, courteous, and I trust his medical abilities completely.
(4 days ago)
Jul-2026
All the staff here are really nice, and very knowledgeable. Dr West didn't 'blow smoke', but was comfortable to talk with about an upcoming surgery.
(4 days ago)
Jul-2026
Dr. West was excellent! Explained things clearly, was quick to come to a solution, and my surgery is scheduled in two weeks. I’ve spent months in PT and working with another Ortho doc. I went to West per recommendation from my PT for a second opinion. I wish I had started with him, but at least he can get me on a path to healing ASAP!
(1 week ago)
Jul-2026
Very professional
(1 week ago)
Jun-2026
he is the best !
(1 week ago)
Jun-2026
All staff
(2 weeks ago)
Jun-2026
Dr West is timely, friendly, confident, & competent. I am there every 3 months for an injection. Dr West is also efficient with the appointment time.
(2 weeks ago)
Jun-2026
Pleasant and up front diagnosis. Issued an on the spot treatment, injection, and recommended follow up in six week.
(2 weeks ago)
Jun-2026
Dr. West provided superb care.
(2 weeks ago)
Jun-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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He’s an excellent doctor!
Professional, compassionate, courteous, and I trust his medical abilities completely.
All the staff here are really nice, and very knowledgeable. Dr West didn't 'blow smoke', but was comfortable to talk with about an upcoming surgery.
Dr. West was excellent! Explained things clearly, was quick to come to a solution, and my surgery is scheduled in two weeks. I’ve spent months in PT and working with another Ortho doc. I went to West per recommendation from my PT for a second opinion. I wish I had started with him, but at least he can get me on a path to healing ASAP!
Very professional
he is the best !
All staff
Dr West is timely, friendly, confident, & competent. I am there every 3 months for an injection. Dr West is also efficient with the appointment time.
Pleasant and up front diagnosis. Issued an on the spot treatment, injection, and recommended follow up in six week.
Dr. West provided superb care.