As a fellowship-trained orthopedic surgeon, Dr. Scott E. Dart, M.D. specializes in minimally invasive and cutting edge sports medicine techniques. His practice is focused on helping patients meet their functional goals, recognizing that no two people are alike and a partnership between the patient and the treatment team is required for the optimal outcome of alleviating pain and resuming an active lifestyle.
As a fellowship-trained orthopedic surgeon, Dr. Scott E. Dart, M.D. specializes in minimally invasive and cutting edge sports medicine techniques. His practice is focused on helping patients meet their functional goals, recognizing that no two people are alike and a partnership between the patient and the treatment team is required for the optimal outcome of alleviating pain and resuming an active lifestyle.
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Dr. Dart was very knowledgeable. He had the perfect bedside manner and took time to answer all of our questions.
(6 days ago)
Oct-2025
Did not see
(1 week ago)
Oct-2025
Quick and very professional yet personal.
(2 weeks ago)
Oct-2025
Seems very competent and takes time to answer all your questions without hurrying. Very informative.
(2 weeks ago)
Oct-2025
Absolutely the best.
(3 weeks ago)
Oct-2025
Absolute professional! Great job I’m very pleased!!
(3 weeks ago)
Oct-2025
I had an excellent experience with Dr. Dart! He was friendly, professional, and made me feel completely comfortable throughout the entire process. He took the time to answer all my questions and explained everything clearly. My surgery and recovery have gone smoothly thanks to his skill and care. I would highly recommend Dr. Dart to anyone in need of a great knee surgeon!
(3 weeks ago)
Oct-2025
Very friendly and professional. I really like his approach to the patients.
(1 month ago)
Oct-2025
Dr. Dart was amazing . He went over everything from physical exam to a plan of care and most important make my child feel comfortable and safe after injury. I will definitely will recommend DR Dart for you or your family. Best sport medicine surgeon.
(1 month ago)
Sep-2025
He is very good and personable.. Made my visit very easy. Great doctor!
As a fellowship-trained orthopedic surgeon, Dr. Scott E. Dart, M.D. specializes in minimally invasive and cutting edge sports medicine techniques. His practice is focused on helping patients meet their functional goals, recognizing that no two people are alike and a partnership between the patient and the treatment team is required for the optimal outcome of alleviating pain and resuming an active lifestyle.
Education and Training Born and raised in the Shenandoah Valley of Virginia, Dr. Dart graduated Summa Cum Laude with a Bachelors of Science degree from James Madison University. He earned his Doctor of Medicine degree at Virginia Tech’s Carilion School of Medicine where he was at the top of his class and inducted into the esteemed Alpha Omega Alpha (AOA) honor society. While at VTC, he was honored by his peer election into the Gold Humanism Honor Society for his exceptionally compassionate care for his patients.
Dr. Dart completed his orthopedic residency training with OrthoCarolina at Carolinas Medical Center in Charlotte, North Carolina, serving as Chief Resident in his final year. Following residency, he completed his fellowship training in Sports Medicine surgery at the University of Virginia. During fellowship, Dr. Dart specialized in returning patients back to a high level of activity through some of the most innovative surgical techniques available today.
Dr. Dart has taken care of athletes at the professional and amateur levels and is part of the EmergeOrtho team that provides care for local high schools and UNCW Athletics.
Dr. Dart offers a variety of specialized services such as:
ACL reconstruction, repair or complex revision Cartilage injury to the ankle, knee or shoulder Comprehensive shoulder surgery Minimally invasive (arthroscopic) rotator cuff repair/labral repair Complex open surgery including bone grafting or joint replacement Hip preservation surgery Postless hip arthroscopy for labral repair and femoro-acetabular impingement Multi-ligamentous knee injuries Patellar dislocation and/or trochlear dysplasia surgery (Trochleoplasty) Direct anterior approach hip replacements Outpatient/Same-day joint replacements Partial (unicompartmental) knee replacements Robotic-assisted joint replacement Outside of the operating room, Dr. Dart enjoys spending time with his wife and three boys.
Dr. Dart was very knowledgeable. He had the perfect bedside manner and took time to answer all of our questions.
Did not see
Quick and very professional yet personal.
Seems very competent and takes time to answer all your questions without hurrying. Very informative.
Absolutely the best.
Absolute professional! Great job I’m very pleased!!
I had an excellent experience with Dr. Dart! He was friendly, professional, and made me feel completely comfortable throughout the entire process. He took the time to answer all my questions and explained everything clearly. My surgery and recovery have gone smoothly thanks to his skill and care. I would highly recommend Dr. Dart to anyone in need of a great knee surgeon!
Very friendly and professional. I really like his approach to the patients.
Dr. Dart was amazing . He went over everything from physical exam to a plan of care and most important make my child feel comfortable and safe after injury. I will definitely will recommend DR Dart for you or your family. Best sport medicine surgeon.
He is very good and personable.. Made my visit very easy. Great doctor!