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OrthoCarolina knee specialists provide comprehensive, expert care for patients experiencing knee pain, injuries, arthritis, and complex joint conditions. Our nationally recognized physicians bring advanced training and extensive experience in both non-surgical and surgical treatment options designed to restore mobility, reduce pain, and improve long-term joint function.

From initial evaluation through recovery, we develop personalized treatment plans tailored to each patient’s lifestyle, activity level, and goals helping you return to the activities you enjoy with confidence.

Conditions We Treat

Our knee specialists diagnose and treat a wide range of conditions, including:

  • Arthritis: Osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, and other degenerative joint diseases
  • Meniscus injuries: Tears caused by trauma, aging, or repetitive stress
  • Ligament injuries: ACL, PCL, MCL, and LCL injuries or tears
  • Knee pain & overuse conditions: Patellofemoral pain syndrome, tendonitis, and inflammation
  • Fractures & trauma: Acute injuries resulting from falls, accidents, or sports
  • Alignment & structural issues: Knock knees, bow legs, and other mechanical imbalances

Treatment Options

We offer a full spectrum of care, beginning with conservative approaches and progressing to advanced surgical solutions when needed.

Non-Surgical Care:

  • Anti-inflammatory medications and pain management strategies
  • Corticosteroid and hyaluronic acid injections
  • Bracing and support devices
  • Activity modification and lifestyle guidance

Surgical Care:

  • Arthroscopic surgery for minimally invasive diagnosis and repair
  • ACL reconstruction and ligament repair procedures
  • Meniscus repair or partial meniscectomy
  • Partial knee replacement
  • Total knee replacement, including minimally invasive techniques
  • Revision surgery for complex or previously treated cases

At OrthoCarolina, our goal is to restore strength, stability, and function while minimizing pain and downtime. Through collaborative diagnosis and advanced orthopedic techniques, we help patients achieve lasting improvement in mobility and overall quality of life.


 

Our Knee Practitioners

Briggs M. Ahearn, MD

Elbow, Hip, Knee, Shoulder, Sports Medicine
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Michael Bates, MD

Hip, Knee
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Alex V. Boiwka, MD, MS

Hip, Knee
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Edward C. Brown, III, MD, MBA

Hip, Knee, Shoulder, Sports Medicine
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Scott A. Burbank, MD

Elbow, Hip, Knee, Shoulder, Sports Medicine
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Patrick M. Connor, MD

Elbow, Knee, Shoulder, Sports Medicine, Trauma
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Bruce Cox, MD

General Orthopedics, Hip, Knee, Shoulder
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William L. Craig, III, MD

Elbow, Knee, Shoulder, Sports Medicine
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Brian M. Curtin, MD

Hip, Knee
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Brian S. DeLay, MD

Knee, Shoulder, Sports Medicine
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Michael L. Dockery, MD

Elbow, Knee, Shoulder, Sports Medicine
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Bradley S. Ellison, MD

Hip, Knee
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Keith A. Fehring, MD

Hip, Knee
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James E. Fleischli, MD

Adolescent and Adult Sports Medicine, Cartilage Restoration, Complex Knee Surgery, Elbow, Knee, Knee Ligament Reconstruction, Shoulder, Sports Medicine
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Jacob Friedman, MD

General Orthopedics, Hip, Knee, Sports Medicine
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Jason Gajdzis, PA-C

Hip & Knee, Shoulder & Elbow, Sports Medicine
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Matthew A. Gullickson, MD

Hip, Knee, Shoulder, Sports Medicine, Trauma
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Drew Henderson, MD, MSc

Hip, Knee
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David J. Howe, MD

Hip, Knee
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William Bryan Jennings, D.O.

Elbow, Hip, Knee, Shoulder, Sports Medicine, Trauma
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Robert Keller, MD

Elbow, Hip, Knee, Shoulder, Sports Medicine
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Brian Krenzel, MD

Hip, Knee
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Gregory M. Kurkis, MD

Hip, Knee
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Michael D. Lauffenburger, MD

Elbow, Knee, Shoulder, Sports Medicine
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Barrett A. Little, MD

Knee, Shoulder, Sports Medicine
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Ranjan S. Maitra, MD

Hip, Knee, Shoulder, Sports Medicine, Trauma
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J. Bohannon Mason, MD

Hip, Knee
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John L. Masonis, MD

Hip, Knee
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Robert B. McBride, Jr., MD

General Orthopedics, Hip, Knee, Sports Medicine
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James P. McDonald, MD

Elbow, Hip, Knee, Shoulder
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Robert Morgan, MD

Adolescent and Adult Sports Medicine, Complex Knee Surgery, Elbow, Knee, Knee Ligament Reconstruction, Shoulder, Sports Medicine
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Scott B. O'Neal, MD

Elbow, Knee, Shoulder, Sports Medicine
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Brian Opalacz, D.O.

Knee, Sports Medicine
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Jesse E. Otero, MD, PhD

Hip, Knee
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Dana P. Piasecki, MD

Adolescent and Adult Sports Medicine, Cartilage Restoration, Complex Knee Surgery, Elbow, Knee Ligament Reconstruction, Shoulder
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Canaan Prater, D.O.

Hip, Knee
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Jonathan C. Riboh, M.D.

Adolescent and Adult Sports Medicine, Cartilage Restoration, Complex Knee Surgery, Elbow, Knee, Knee Ligament Reconstruction, Shoulder, Sports Medicine
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Matthew G. Robinson, MD

Hip, Knee
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William H. Satterfield, MD

Elbow, Shoulder, Knee, Sports Medicine, Trauma, Hand
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Van Sikes, III, MD

Hip, Knee
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Jason Silva, MD

Sports Medicine, Shoulder, Knee, Elbow
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Ronald W. Singer, MD

Elbow, Hip, Knee, Shoulder, Sports Medicine
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Scott Smith, MD

Hip, Knee, Shoulder, Sports Medicine
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Kevin J. Stanley, MD

Hip, Knee, Shoulder, Sports Medicine
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James S. Starman, MD

Cartilage Restoration, Elbow, Knee, Shoulder, Sports Medicine, Trauma
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Durham Weeks III, MD

Hip, Knee, Shoulder, Sports Medicine
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Matthew C. Wendt, M.D.

Elbow, Hip, Knee, Shoulder, Sports Medicine
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Bradley Winter, MD

Elbow, Knee, Shoulder, Sports Medicine
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Benjamin M. Wooster, MD

Hip, Knee
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