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Dr. Christopher Kestner, MD

Orthopedic Surgery* Age 46
Dr. Christopher Kestner, MD
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Dr. Christopher Kestner, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon in North Charleston, SC.
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Dr. Christopher Kestner, MD

Orthopedic Surgery* Age 46
North Charleston, SC
Accepting new patients
19 years of experience
Dr. Christopher Kestner, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon in North Charleston, SC.

About

Dr. Kestner graduated from Thomas Jefferson University Sidney Kimmel Medical College in 2006 and completed a residency at Temple University - Philadelphia PA. Dr. Christopher Kestner, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon in North Charleston, SC and has 19 years experience. Dr. Kestner currently practices at South Carolina Sports Medicine & Orthopedic Center and are affiliated with Trident Medical Center and Trident Health System-Summerville Medical Center. Dr. Kestner has experience treating conditions like Limb Pain, Rupture of Achilles Tendon and Joint Pain among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Kestner received an average rating of 4.7/5 from patients and has been reviewed 18 times. Dr. Kestner's office accepts new patients. Dr. Kestner also speaks Spanish. Dr. Kestner is board certified in Orthopedic Surgery and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Enter a condition or procedure
Limb Pain
Rupture of Achilles Tendon
Joint Pain
Limb Pain
Rupture of Achilles Tendon
Joint Pain
Limb Pain
Rupture of Achilles Tendon
Joint Pain
Osteoarthritis of Ankle
Osteoarthritis of Foot
Plantar Fasciitis
Foot and Ankle Fracture Treatment, Closed
Achilles Tendon Rupture Repair
Ankle and Foot Instability or Derangement
Ankle Fracture
Ankle Sprains and Strains
Back Pain
Bunion
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Fibular Fracture
Foot Fracture
Hammer Toe
Leg Fracture Below Knee (incl. Ankle)
Morton's Neuroma
Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis of Hand
Stress Fracture of Foot
Tibial Fracture
Ankle Arthroscopy
Arthrocentesis
Bunion Surgery
Excision of Tarsal or Metatarsal
Foot and Ankle Fracture Treatment, Open
Foot and Ankle Ligament and Tendon Repair
Foot Fracture Treatment Open
Knee and Leg Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Knee and Lower Leg Fracture Treatment, Open
Steroid Injection
Achilles Tendinitis
Ankle Impingement
Ankle Sprain and Achilles Tendon Sprain or Rupture
Arthritis of the Elbow
Avascular Necrosis
Baker’s Cyst
Broken Arm
Bunionette
Bursitis
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Cerebral Palsy
Complications of Joint Prosthesis
Difficulty With Walking
Foot And Ankle Osteophyte
Foot Sprain
Gait Abnormality
Ganglion Cyst
Gout
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Heel Spur
Hip Fracture
Knee Sprain
Leg Fracture Above Knee (incl. Hip)
Non-Traumatic Rupture of Achilles Tendon
Non-Unions and Malunions of Fractures
Osteoarthritis of Knee
Osteoarthritis of Shoulder
Osteochondritis Dissecans
Osteopenia
Posterior Tibial Tendonitis
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Sever's Disease
Sprains and Strains (incl. Muscle Tear)
Tarsal Tunnel Syndrome
Tenosynovitis
Tibia and Fibula Fractures
Dressing and Debridement of Wound or Infection
Excision of Ganglion
Excision of Tibia or Fibula
Foot and Ankle DislocationTreatment, Open
Foot and Ankle Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Foot Dislocation Treatment
Foot Dislocation Treatment Open
Foot Fracture Treatment Closed
Hammer Toe Repair
Joint Drainage
Knee and Lower Leg Fracture Treatment, Closed
Musculoskeletal Function Test
Nail Avulsion and Excision
Neuroplasty
Peripheral Nerve Block
Plantar Fascia Release
Platelet-Rich Plasma Injection (PRP)
Resection or Ablation of Bone Tumor, Partial or Complete Resection of Bone, Debridement of Bone
Shoulder Arthroscopy
Somatic Nerve Block

Insurance Accepted

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  • Tricare
  • Cigna
  • Standard
  • Aetna
  • Medicare
  • Gold
  • Premera Blue Cross Blue Shield PPO
  • South Carolina Medicaid
  • First Choice Health PPO
  • Blue Choice
    Blue Cross Blue Shield
    Blue Cross and Blue Shield
  • Curative PPO
    Curative EPO
    Curative PPO Plus

Locations

  1. 1 South Carolina Sports Medicine & Orthopedic Center
    9100 Medcom St, North Charleston, SC 29406
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Patient Satisfaction

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Kestner
4.7
Based on 18 Reviews
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4 Stars (0)
3 Stars (3)
2 Stars (0)
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Nov 14, 2024
People ask me how I can stand to have shots put into my feet. I always tell them that they must not have Dr. Kestner giving the shots!! It truly is not very painful or upsetting at all.
A Happy Patient — Nov 14, 2024
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Languages Spoken
Spanish
Languages Spoken
Specialties*
Orthopedic Surgery
Specialties*
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • Thomas Jefferson University Sidney Kimmel Medical College
    2006
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Orthopedic Surgery
Board Certifications
What’s a board certification and why is it important that my provider has one?

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Internship

Internship
  • Temple University - Philadelphia PA
    2007
Internship

Residency

Residency Hospital
  • Temple University - Philadelphia PA
    2011
Residency Hospital

Fellowship

Fellowship Hospital
  • Duke University - Durham NC
    2012
Fellowship Hospital
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Frequently Asked Questions

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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Christopher Kestner, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Kestner's profile.

Dr. Kestner frequently treats the following conditions: Limb Pain, Rupture of Achilles Tendon and Joint Pain. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. Christopher Kestner, MD is affiliated with Trident Medical Center and Trident Health System-Summerville Medical Center.

Yes, Dr. Christopher Kestner, MD holds board certification in Orthopedic Surgery.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Trident Medical Center

    9330 Medical Plaza Dr, Charleston, SC

  • Trident Health System-Summerville Medical Center

    295 Midland Pkwy, Summerville, SC