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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Explains the procedure you are having . Ask i you have questions .All went good.
(1 week ago)
Nov-2025
Very professional very friendly very knowledgeable everything a doctor should be
(2 weeks ago)
Nov-2025
Really kind. He listens well and makes excellent suggestions regarding care and next steps forward. Dr. Fontenot was a great find…
(2 weeks ago)
Nov-2025
Knows his stuff, provides great advice and an excellent giver of shots absolutely pain free.
(2 weeks ago)
Nov-2025
He listened well and helped me decide on the best course of action. Very relational approach helped to make it a great experience and outcome.
(3 weeks ago)
Nov-2025
top notch-confident, erudite, super communication ability, explained radiographs completely, able to achieve superior results because the entire team works for this very outcome
(1 month ago)
Nov-2025
Excellent doctor
(1 month ago)
Oct-2025
Efficient effective and willing to answer questions and discuss
(1 month ago)
Oct-2025
I liked his style and recommendations
(1 month ago)
Oct-2025
Excellent doctor. He is attentive and listens. He has been very willing to try and work around my schedule and that very appreciated.
(1 month ago)
Oct-2025
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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
Explains the procedure you are having . Ask i you have questions .All went good.
Very professional very friendly very knowledgeable everything a doctor should be
Really kind. He listens well and makes excellent suggestions regarding care and next steps forward. Dr. Fontenot was a great find…
Knows his stuff, provides great advice and an excellent giver of shots absolutely pain free.
He listened well and helped me decide on the best course of action. Very relational approach helped to make it a great experience and outcome.
top notch-confident, erudite, super communication ability, explained radiographs completely, able to achieve superior results because the entire team works for this very outcome
Excellent doctor
Efficient effective and willing to answer questions and discuss
I liked his style and recommendations
Excellent doctor. He is attentive and listens. He has been very willing to try and work around my schedule and that very appreciated.