OrthoCarolina has been advancing orthopedic care since 1922, with a nationally recognized team of knee specialists treating a wide range of conditions, from everyday knee pain and arthritis to sports injuries and complex joint problems. Our physicians bring specialized training and extensive experience to both non-surgical and surgical care, using advanced treatment options to help reduce pain, restore mobility, and improve knee function.
From your initial evaluation through recovery, we develop a personalized treatment plan based on your condition, activity level, and goals. Whether you’re managing ongoing knee pain or recovering from an injury, our team is focused on helping you get back to the activities you enjoy.
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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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 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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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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William Bryan Jennings, DO
Elbow, Hip, Knee, Shoulder, Sports Medicine, Trauma
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Robert Keller, MD
Elbow, Hip, Knee, Shoulder, Sports Medicine
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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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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, DO
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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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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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, MD
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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