Jason Andersen, MD, FAAOS,

Fellowship trained in Sports Medicine, Shoulder and Elbow from OrthoCarolina

Dr. Jason S. Andersen completed his undergraduate education at Harvard University, where he received a bachelor’s degree in Economics and was a starter on the varsity soccer team for four years.  He earned his medical degree from Temple University in Philadelphia, PA.  Following medical school, Dr. Andersen completed his orthopaedic surgery residency at Wake Forest University in Winston-Salem, NC.  After residency, he completed a fellowship in Sports Medicine, Shoulder and Elbow Surgery with OrthoCarolina in Charlotte, NC.

Dr. Andersen is a board-certified orthopaedic surgeon specializing in sports medicine, arthroscopy, conditions of the knee, shoulder and elbow, and orthopaedic trauma.  He focuses on the prevention and treatment of orthopaedic conditions affecting patients of all ages.  Dr. Andersen has specific interests in treating ligament, tendon and cartilage injuries of the knee and shoulder, the surgical and nonoperative treatment of fractures, and general orthopaedics.   Dr. Andersen performs many surgeries arthroscopically, in a minimally invasive fashion, which helps facilitate faster recovery and reduces pain for his patients.

During his career, Dr. Andersen has been fortunate to serve as assistant team physician to various sports organizations, including: Carolina Panthers (NFL), Charlotte Knights (Triple A White Sox affiliate), UNC Charlotte, Davidson College, Georgia Highlands College.  He has also served as head team physician for several high schools in North Carolina and Georgia, prior to becoming a South Carolina resident.

In his time away from work, Dr. Andersen and his wife, Kristen, enjoy spending time with their two young daughters.  He maintains an active and healthy lifestyle by participating in many forms of exercise, including running, lifting weights, cycling, and spending time at the beach.

Personal Affiliations

American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons
Board Certified by American Board of Orthopedic Surgery
Arthroscopy Association of North America
American Orthopedic Society for Sports Medicine
South Carolina Orthopaedic Association

Patient Testimonials

“Dr. Andersen is a very special doctor.  He is very caring and takes time to explain things.” -Jayden M.

“Dr. Andersen is a polished professional.  I was warmly greeted and put at my ease.  I was of course anxious about my visit.  The thing that really endeared me to the doctor was his listening ability and his attention to detail of my history of ADLs.  It helped him to understand how I used my shoulder and arm and that I had brought 2 problems to the table.  He gave me time to talk and did not dismiss me.  He was a professional that had heart.  And that was the start of our trust.”  -Jeannette G.

“Dr. Andersen is wonderful!  I can’t say enough good things about him.  Attentive, caring, compassionate, relaxed, knowledgeable!  He takes every word I say serious and allows me to work with him to reach solutions.”  -Pamela G.

“Dr. Andersen was right on the mark with his diagnosis, surgical procedure, and care.”  -Frank E.