For 40+ years, Carolina Hand & Sports Medicine has helped western NC patients overcome pain and injury with advanced orthopedic care, delivered with compassion and expertise. Our board certified orthopedic surgeons and sports medicine doctors offer the latest surgical and non-surgical treatments to help patients recover quickly and come back stronger, including arthroscopic knee & shoulder surgery, PRP therapy, and physical therapy.
For 40+ years, Carolina Hand & Sports Medicine has helped western NC patients overcome pain and injury with advanced orthopedic care, delivered with compassion and expertise. Our board certified orthopedic surgeons and sports medicine doctors offer the latest surgical and non-surgical treatments to help patients recover quickly and come back stronger, including arthroscopic knee & shoulder surgery, PRP therapy, and physical therapy.
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Adam Starr, M.D.
Doctor Starr 💯 Percent Excellent and Caring. I give him 100 stars . He is the Best Ever 👌
(2 days ago)
Sep-2026
Travis Snyder, PA-C
Travis was outstanding as was the entire office. My second shoulder/arm issue and I highly recommend.
(3 days ago)
Sep-2026
Jesse West, M.D.
Great surgeon that will get you better
(3 days ago)
Sep-2026
Jesse West, M.D.
Dr. West always provides care that goes above and beyond. He provides options when they're warranted, but will make recommendations for preferred treatment when he thinks that is the way to go. He is a fantastic surgeon and cares about his patients.
(3 days ago)
Sep-2026
Thomas Starnes, M.D.
Dr Starnes has a great bedside manner and is great at giving hip injections.
(4 days ago)
Sep-2026
Jessica Hancock, NP-C
Answer problems and questions.
(6 days ago)
Sep-2026
Christopher Lechner, M.D.
Wonderful skilled care
(1 week ago)
Sep-2026
Christopher Lechner, M.D.
A true gift to our community, Dr. Lechner really knows hand pain and how to correct it. Surgically and non surgically. That clapping sound you hear is for him.
(1 week ago)
Sep-2026
T. Marc Barnett, M.D.
He was extremely personable and knowledgeable. I’m planning to have him as my knee dr now. !
(1 week ago)
Sep-2026
Jesse West, M.D.
yes
(1 week ago)
Sep-2026
Asheville Office
18 Medical Park Drive Asheville, NC 28803
For 40+ years, Carolina Hand & Sports Medicine has helped western NC patients overcome pain and injury with advanced orthopedic care, delivered with compassion and expertise. Our board certified orthopedic surgeons and sports medicine doctors offer the latest surgical and non-surgical treatments to help patients recover quickly and come back stronger, including arthroscopic knee & shoulder surgery, PRP therapy, and physical therapy. We are the only practice in WNC offering minimally invasive Achilles tendon repair.
To us, being healthy is about more than just being free from pain, it's about being able to do the things that you love to do and live life to the fullest. New patients welcome. Contact us today to schedule an appointment.
Adam Starr, M.D.
Doctor Starr 💯 Percent Excellent and Caring. I give him 100 stars . He is the Best Ever 👌
Travis Snyder, PA-C
Travis was outstanding as was the entire office. My second shoulder/arm issue and I highly recommend.
Jesse West, M.D.
Great surgeon that will get you better
Jesse West, M.D.
Dr. West always provides care that goes above and beyond. He provides options when they're warranted, but will make recommendations for preferred treatment when he thinks that is the way to go. He is a fantastic surgeon and cares about his patients.
Thomas Starnes, M.D.
Dr Starnes has a great bedside manner and is great at giving hip injections.
Jessica Hancock, NP-C
Answer problems and questions.
Christopher Lechner, M.D.
Wonderful skilled care
Christopher Lechner, M.D.
A true gift to our community, Dr. Lechner really knows hand pain and how to correct it. Surgically and non surgically. That clapping sound you hear is for him.
T. Marc Barnett, M.D.
He was extremely personable and knowledgeable. I’m planning to have him as my knee dr now. !
Jesse West, M.D.
yes