Dr. Philip Fontenot, M.D. is a fellowship-trained orthopedic surgeon who specializes in adult reconstruction and joint replacement with an emphasis on robotics and navigation.
At Louisiana State University in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, Dr. Fontenot earned his Bachelor of Science degree in Biological Sciences. Staying in Louisiana, he moved to New Orleans, where he obtained his Doctor of Medicine degree at Louisiana State University Health New Orleans School of Medicine.
Dr. Philip Fontenot, M.D. is a fellowship-trained orthopedic surgeon who specializes in adult reconstruction and joint replacement with an emphasis on robotics and navigation.
At Louisiana State University in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, Dr. Fontenot earned his Bachelor of Science degree in Biological Sciences. Staying in Louisiana, he moved to New Orleans, where he obtained his Doctor of Medicine degree at Louisiana State University Health New Orleans School of Medicine.
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Dr, Fontenot is an excellent surgeon. I healed quickly from my hip replacement. I definitely recommend him for your hip or knee surgery.
(2 days ago)
May-2026
Very pleased
(6 days ago)
May-2026
Quick with the bad news but feel I'm in good hands moving on.
(1 week ago)
May-2026
He was very informative. Didn’t pull any punches. Just told me what he recommended for my knee. Which was knee replacement surgery.
(1 week ago)
May-2026
Dr. Fontenot is a consistent, courteous, excellent medical professional! He genuinely cares about his patient's health before and after his surgical procedures. I would definitely highly recommend him for knee or hip replacement surgery!
(1 week ago)
May-2026
Took time, listened to me and made a much appreciated plan to spare my joint.
(2 weeks ago)
Apr-2026
Dr. Fontenot is friendly and kind. He aswered my questions.
(3 weeks ago)
Apr-2026
Dr. Fontenot is well-informed on all aspects of my care, compassionate, kind, and honest. I would recommend him to anyone needing orthopedic care.
(3 weeks ago)
Apr-2026
Dr. Fontenot was kind, courteous and professional. He spent time discussing treatment options for my right knee.
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
(3 weeks ago)
Apr-2026
Only the first time with Doctor Fontent So Far so Good.
(3 weeks ago)
Apr-2026
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Blue Ridge Region: Asheville - McDowell - Orthopedics
129 McDowell Street Asheville, NC 28801
Blue Ridge Region: Asheville - Livingston - Orthopedics
75 Livingston Street Asheville, NC 28801
Dr. Philip Fontenot, M.D. is a fellowship-trained orthopedic surgeon who specializes in adult reconstruction and joint replacement with an emphasis on robotics and navigation.
At Louisiana State University in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, Dr. Fontenot earned his Bachelor of Science degree in Biological Sciences. Staying in Louisiana, he moved to New Orleans, where he obtained his Doctor of Medicine degree at Louisiana State University Health New Orleans School of Medicine. He then completed an orthopedic surgery residency at the University of South Florida Health Morsani College of Medicine in Tampa, Florida. Pursuing an additional year of extensive training, Dr. Fontenot completed an adult reconstruction fellowship at The CORE Institute in Phoenix, Arizona.
Putting an emphasis and value on long-lasting relationships, Dr. Fontenot believes in knowing his patients on a personal level to provide them with the treatment that best suits them.
When he is not seeing patients, Dr. Fontenot stays active in the outdoors by biking, hiking, and climbing. He also enjoys cooking as well as playing golf and tennis.
Education Bachelor of Science in Biological Sciences: Louisiana State University, Baton Rouge, Louisiana, 2011 Doctor of Medicine: Louisiana State University Health New Orleans School of Medicine, New Orleans, Louisiana, 2015 Orthopedic Surgery Residency: University of South Florida Health Morsani College of Medicine, Tampa, Florida 2015-2020 Adult Reconstruction Fellowship: The CORE Institute, Phoenix, Arizona 2020-2021
Associations American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons Orthopaedic Trauma Association
Dr, Fontenot is an excellent surgeon. I healed quickly from my hip replacement. I definitely recommend him for your hip or knee surgery.
Very pleased
Quick with the bad news but feel I'm in good hands moving on.
He was very informative. Didn’t pull any punches. Just told me what he recommended for my knee. Which was knee replacement surgery.
Dr. Fontenot is a consistent, courteous, excellent medical professional! He genuinely cares about his patient's health before and after his surgical procedures. I would definitely highly recommend him for knee or hip replacement surgery!
Took time, listened to me and made a much appreciated plan to spare my joint.
Dr. Fontenot is friendly and kind. He aswered my questions.
Dr. Fontenot is well-informed on all aspects of my care, compassionate, kind, and honest. I would recommend him to anyone needing orthopedic care.
Dr. Fontenot was kind, courteous and professional. He spent time discussing treatment options for my right knee. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Only the first time with Doctor Fontent So Far so Good.