Dr. Michael McKernan, M.D. is a fellowship trained Orthopedic Surgeon specializing in Hand and Upper Extremity Surgery. Dr. McKernan completed his Orthopedic Hand and Upper Extremity Surgery Fellowship at Florida Orthopaedic Institute. He completed his Orthopedic Surgery Residency at Summa Health in Ohio. Dr. McKernan earned his Doctoral Degree at the University of Toledo College of Medicine.
Dr. Michael McKernan, M.D. is a fellowship trained Orthopedic Surgeon specializing in Hand and Upper Extremity Surgery. Dr. McKernan completed his Orthopedic Hand and Upper Extremity Surgery Fellowship at Florida Orthopaedic Institute. He completed his Orthopedic Surgery Residency at Summa Health in Ohio. Dr. McKernan earned his Doctoral Degree at the University of Toledo College of Medicine.
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Excellent bed side manner and was thorough with his explanation of the process.
(3 days ago)
Sep-2026
Very professional, listens to what the patient has to say. Explains things in terms that are understandable without a degree in medicine. Thank you
(3 days ago)
Sep-2026
Always ready to answer questions. Great personal experience and caring attitude.
(3 days ago)
Sep-2026
Professional caring provider
(4 days ago)
Sep-2026
Dr. McKernan was fantastic! So was the entire staff. I was quickly diagnosed and received a great treatment plan. I could not be happier with my entire experience!
(4 days ago)
Sep-2026
Great doc with a kindness. He was informative while treating my hands.
(5 days ago)
Sep-2026
He listens and very knowledgeable. He explains the reality of your expectations which is sometimes not the outcome you've been looking for.
(5 days ago)
Sep-2026
Very personable, cool guy, makes me laugh…
(6 days ago)
Sep-2026
Very engaging and comforting
Explanation of pre and post care was excellent
Always allowing for my questions and concerns
Involved my mother in process as she is my post care giver
(1 week ago)
Aug-2026
Made me feel very at easy about my surgery
(1 week ago)
Aug-2026
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Sun City West Clinic
14520 W. Granite Valley Dr. Suite 210 Sun City West, AZ 85375
Dr. Michael McKernan, M.D. is a Fellowship Trained Orthopedic Surgeon specializing in Hand and Upper Extremity Surgery.
Prior to joining The CORE Institute, Dr. McKernan completed his Orthopedic Hand and Upper Extremity Surgery Fellowship at Florida Orthopaedic Institute in Tampa. He completed his Orthopedic Surgery Residency at Summa Health in Ohio where he was awarded Chief Resident. Dr. McKernan earned his Doctoral Degree at the University of Toledo College of Medicine, and his Master of Science in Biomedical Science was earned at the University of Toledo College of Graduate Studies. He earned his Bachelor of Science at the University of Notre Dame.
In his free time, Dr. McKernan enjoys golfing, hiking, skiing, and traveling. His early passion for art led to the creation of medical artwork that was published in the Journal of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons.
Dr. McKernan received the 2021 AOA C. McCollister Evarts Leadership Award and is an active member of the American Society for Surgery of the Hand.
Excellent bed side manner and was thorough with his explanation of the process.
Very professional, listens to what the patient has to say. Explains things in terms that are understandable without a degree in medicine. Thank you
Always ready to answer questions. Great personal experience and caring attitude.
Professional caring provider
Dr. McKernan was fantastic! So was the entire staff. I was quickly diagnosed and received a great treatment plan. I could not be happier with my entire experience!
Great doc with a kindness. He was informative while treating my hands.
He listens and very knowledgeable. He explains the reality of your expectations which is sometimes not the outcome you've been looking for.
Very personable, cool guy, makes me laugh…
Very engaging and comforting Explanation of pre and post care was excellent Always allowing for my questions and concerns Involved my mother in process as she is my post care giver
Made me feel very at easy about my surgery