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Steven Anderson, MD

Steven Anderson, MD

AppOrtho
Appalachian Regional Medical Associates
Appalachian Regional Healthcare System
Orthopedics
(828) 386-2663

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Dr. Steven Anderson is an orthopedic surgeon at AppOrtho, a member of Appalachian Regional Medical Associates.

Dr. Anderson is board certified by the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons and has more than 15 years of experience in bone and joint surgery. Although he enjoys general orthopedics, Dr. Anderson’s practice focuses on hip, knee and shoulder surgery. He is particularly interested in primary and revision (or redo) joint replacement. Furthermore, Dr. Anderson is skilled in trauma surgery, hand surgery, and arthroscopic and minimally-invasive surgery.

Dr. Anderson grew up in Cary, North Carolina and is a graduate of The North Carolina School of Science and Mathematics. The North Carolina native completed his undergraduate degree in Biochemistry at Duke University and earned his medical degree from Wake Forest University School of Medicine. From there, he completed his residency training at Duke University Hospital. While at Duke, Dr. Anderson had a broad training experience but his training was particularly focused on joint replacement, arthroscopic surgery, hand surgery, and trauma surgery.

When not at work, Dr. Anderson enjoys most of all spending time with his wife, Erin, and their three daughters. He looks forward to his “dance dad” and “soccer dad” responsibilities on the weekends. You might be surprised to learn that he also enjoys boating, water sports and running. A relatively new runner in mid-life, he’s already run many half and full marathons.


Board Certification: American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery

Professional Involvement:

  • American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons
  • American Association of Hip and Knee Surgeons
  • Piedmont Orthopedic Society
  • North Carolina Orthopedic Society
  • Duke Arthroplasty Club

 

Leadership:

  • Chief Resident in Orthopaedic Surgery, Duke University Medical Center
  • Head of Service, Orthopaedic Surgery, Wilkes Regional Medical Center
  • Chief, Department of Surgery, Wilkes Regional Medical Center
  • President, Wilkes County Medical Society

 

Awards:

  • Pfizer Scholars in Pain Management Award, 2005
  • NIH Medical Student Research Fellow

 

Timothy S. Brisbin, DNP, FNP-C

Timothy S. Brisbin, DNP, FNP-C

AppOrtho
Appalachian Regional Medical Associates
Appalachian Regional Healthcare System
Orthopedics
(828) 386-2663

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Timothy (Tim) Brisbin, DNP, FNP-C is an experienced healthcare professional in Boone, NC. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) from the University of North Carolina at Charlotte (UNCC) and earned his Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) and Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) degrees from the University of South Alabama.

Tim’s extensive background includes experience in emergency medicine, urgent care, primary care, and critical nursing. He has chosen the High Country as his home to contribute his expertise and compassion to our local community, making a positive impact through his role at AppOrtho. Tim currently has a son at Appalachian State University, while his wife is a proud alumna! Living and working in the mountains is a “dream fulfilled” for Tim and his family.

In his leisure time, Tim finds joy in outdoor family activities, such as walking and hiking. Additionally, he has a musical side as a drummer.

Travis Brown, PA-C

Travis Brown, PA-C

AppOrtho
Appalachian Regional Medical Associates
Appalachian Regional Healthcare System
Orthopedics
(828) 386-2663

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Travis Brown, PA-C, MSM, is excited to be back in Watauga County to join the AppOrtho team. After earning his B.S. in Exercise Science from ASU, he received his Master’s in Management and a second Master’s in Physician Assistant studies – both from Wake Forest University.

Travis completed his residency at the University of California, San Francisco and has worked as a medical assistant in orthopedic surgery. His clinical interests include sports medicine, trauma and joint replacements.

He says being part of the High Country and working with Appalachian State University as a professional have always been a dream of his. Outside of work, he enjoys live music, sporting events and anything outdoors.

 

Christopher T. Bullers, MD

Christopher T. Bullers, MD

AppOrtho
Appalachian Regional Medical Associates
Appalachian Regional Healthcare System
Orthopedics
(828) 386-2663

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Dr. Chris Bullers grew up in Hickory, North Carolina. He attended Catawba College as an undergraduate, and after working for several years in the pharmaceutical industry, completed medical school at The Brody School of Medicine at East Carolina University. After finishing his family medicine residency at Wake Forest University, he capped his medical training with a sports medicine fellowship at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center. While there, he participated in the care of athletes – young, elderly, amateur, and professional. He has extensive training in the diagnosis and non-operative treatment of orthopaedic problems and also specializes in the management of concussions.

Dr. Bullers enjoys all outdoor activities especially when they involve his wife and two boys. He “practices what he preaches” when it comes to exercise and leading a healthy lifestyle.


Fellowships: 

  • Primary Care Sports Medicine Fellowship, University of Pittsburgh, St. Margaret

 

Professional Involvement:

  • American Medical Society for Sports Medicine
  • American Academy of Family Physicians
  • North Carolina Academy of Family Physicians
  • North Carolina Medical Society

 

Awards:

  • Capstone Award, Wake Forest Family and Community Medicine
  • Resident Winter Meeting Award, North Carolina Academy of Family Physicians

 

Sports Medicine Affiliations: 

  • North Davidson High School Athletics
  • University of Pittsburgh Athletics, NCAA division I
  • Duquesne University Men’s Basketball
  • Carnegie Mellon University Men’s Basketball
  • South Park High School Athletics
  • Keystone State Games, Pennsylvania
  • Pittsburgh Marathon
  • Pittsburgh Race for the Cure

 

James C. Califf, MD

James C. Califf, MD

AppOrtho
Appalachian Regional Medical Associates
Appalachian Regional Healthcare System
Orthopedics
(828) 386-2663

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Dr. James Califf is an orthopedic surgeon at AppOrtho. He is a South Carolina native with an undergraduate degree from the University of South Carolina. He obtained his medical degree from the Duke University School of Medicine. He completed his orthopedic residency at Duke Medical Center with a focus on spinal surgery after two years of general surgery training.

Over his more than 25 years in practice, he has further refined his treatment of spinal disorders, offering non-surgical as well as minimally invasive surgical techniques. He is board certified in orthopedic surgery and is a member of the North American Spine Society and the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons. He also enjoys general orthopedics, joint replacement, arthroscopy, fracture care and hand surgery.

When not working, he enjoys the outdoors and spending time with his wife and five children. He moved to the High Country in 2013 and is pleased to be able to provide his services to the area.


American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery

Professional Involvement:

  • American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgery
  • American College of Occupational and Environmental Medics
  • American Back Society
  • American Medical Association

 

Leadership:

  • Director, Orthopaedic Quality Assurance, Alamance Health Services
  • Chair, Department of Surgery, Alamance Health Services