Andrew D. Kersten, MD

07/29/2026

Looking forward to another promising season for the Rams!

A new season starts soon for many high school athletes across North Carolina.

The return to daily practices is an exciting step, but it can also be a significant change from a summer training schedule. Strong seasons are built through preparation, communication, and support from athletes, families, coaches, athletic trainers, and medical teams.

EmergeOrtho physicians are proud to support athletes at every level, from local high school teams to collegiate athletics.

Which team are you cheering for this fall?

🔗 Find orthopedic and sports medicine care near you:
https://emergeortho.com/blue-ridge-region/locations/

06/19/2026

We’re honored to be nominated for Best of Asheville! 💙

If we’ve helped you stay active, heal, or feel your best, we’d truly appreciate your vote.

✅ Orthopedic Surgeon
✅ Urgent Care / Walk-In Clinic
✅ Physical Therapy

📅 Voting runs June 17 – July 1
👉 Cast your vote and help us take the top spot!
Link to vote: https://bestofavl.com/vote/

05/28/2026

Appreciate the trust our community has with our care!

We’re honored to be part of the Asheville community—and we’d love your support! 💙
Nominate EmergeOrtho for Best of Asheville in the Healthy & Beauty category:

✅ Orthopedic Surgeon
✅ Urgent Care / Walk-In Clinic
✅ Physical Therapy

Every nomination means so much to our team!

👉 Nominate here: https://bestofavl.com/nominate/

03/19/2026

Exciting program we can offer our patients on the State Health Plan. Keeping costs low and quality high.

🚨 BREAKING NEWS 🚨

Big news for patients across North Carolina!

Through the North Carolina State Health Plan, members now have expanded access to high-quality, no-cost orthopedic surgical care via the Lantern Surgical Benefit. Lantern partners with trusted providers statewide to connect patients with top-performing surgeons, coordinate care from consultation through recovery, and eliminate out-of-pocket costs for eligible procedures.

This expansion helps remove financial barriers, improves patient outcomes, and ensures State Health Plan members can receive exceptional care close to home—when they need it most. 💙

🔗Click the link below to hear EmergeOrtho CEO Allison Farmer share how this expansion will benefit patients across North Carolina.
https://spectrumlocalnews.com/nc/triangle-sandhills/capital-tonight/2026/03/12/how-expansion-of-state-health-plan-will-benefit-patients

02/13/2026

Excited to be able to offer this cost saving program for a large chunk of our patients!

Great news, NC State Health Plan members! 🎉
EmergeOrtho is now a Preferred Provider in the Aetna State Health Plan network — no referrals needed!

✔ Lower copays for Enhanced PPO members
✔ 300+ specialists statewide
✔ Ortho Urgent Care • Therapy • Imaging

Learn more ➡️ https://emergeortho.com/news/high-value-orthopedic-care-for-north-carolina-state-employees/

11/28/2025

For my animal doctor friends!

M2S Black Friday Deal! Take $350 off your veterinary CE and wellness retreat in Portugal! 16 RACE hours on internal medicine, dermatology, ultrasound, and wellness in vet med. Use coupon code M2SBLACKFRIDAY at check out!

11/13/2025

🚨 Important Update: Brevard Urgent Care Walk-In Services Are Now Open!

We’re excited to announce that Dr. Michael Melson, MD, is now available to see and treat patients at our Brevard Urgent Care location.

✅ Walk in today for expert care—no appointment needed!

For assistance, call us at (828) 258-8800.
We value our patients and are excited to provide exceptional care to the community.

11/08/2025

Proud to be part of the Emerge Sports Medicine team!

There’s nothing like Friday night lights in Western North Carolina — and our EmergeOrtho-Blue Ridge physicians are proud to be on the sidelines supporting local athletes. From ankle sprains to shoulder injuries and beyond, our sports medicine specialists are here to keep players healthy, strong, and game-ready all season long.
We’re honored to care for the next generation of athletes across our community.

Learn more about our Sports Medicine team → https://emergeortho.com/specialties/sports-medicine/?region=blue-ridge-region

11/04/2025

Shoulder pain doesn’t have to hold you back. From rotator cuff injuries and labral tears to arthritis and instability, our shoulder specialists help patients return to their daily activities — and the sports they love — with strength and confidence.
At EmergeOrtho-Blue Ridge Region, you’ll find advanced imaging, expert diagnosis, and treatment plans built around your lifestyle.

Learn more about our Shoulder Team → https://emergeortho.com/specialties/shoulder-doctor/?region=blue-ridge-region

10/20/2025

But if you do get hurt, I know a guy…

Training harder this season? Proper warm-ups and recovery are key to avoiding injury. 💪
If you start to feel pain that won’t go away, our sports medicine team can help you stay strong, flexible, and injury-free.