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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So happy I found Dr Fontenot.
(1 week ago)
Jun-2026
An amazing doctor and surgeon!
(1 week ago)
Jun-2026
He made sure he answered all my question.
(2 weeks ago)
Jun-2026
Professional, friendly, efficient and good communicator
(2 weeks ago)
Jun-2026
Excellent!
(2 weeks ago)
Jun-2026
Compassionate, friendly, and explained to me the process for hip replacement..
Appreciate his time and assuring that I understood the hip replacement procedure
(3 weeks ago)
Jun-2026
Dr. Fontenot, always listens and informed on my medical issues.
(3 weeks ago)
Jun-2026
Kind, nice, knowledgeable
(1 month ago)
May-2026
Dr, Fontenot is an excellent surgeon. I healed quickly from my hip replacement. I definitely recommend him for your hip or knee surgery.
(1 month ago)
May-2026
Very pleased
(1 month ago)
May-2026
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Blue Ridge Region: Asheville - McDowell - Orthopedics
129 McDowell Street Asheville, NC 28801
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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
So happy I found Dr Fontenot.
An amazing doctor and surgeon!
He made sure he answered all my question.
Professional, friendly, efficient and good communicator
Excellent!
Compassionate, friendly, and explained to me the process for hip replacement.. Appreciate his time and assuring that I understood the hip replacement procedure
Dr. Fontenot, always listens and informed on my medical issues.
Kind, nice, knowledgeable
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