Kevin D. Phelps, MD

I'm a board-certified orthopaedic trauma surgeon at Atrium Health Carolinas Medical Center, the region's Level I trauma center. My special interest is treating fractures of the pelvis and acetabulum (hip socket). These are serious injuries, often caused by car crashes or bad falls. I know how frightening they can be for patients and families. My goal is to help you heal and get back to the life you had before your injury.

I believe good care starts with a clear plan. I'll explain your injury in plain language, walk you through your options and answer your questions. We'll make decisions together.

When you see me, you can expect:

• A careful review of your X-rays and CT scans, which I'll go over with you
• A clear explanation of whether you need surgery and why
• An honest picture of what recovery will look like
• Follow-up visits to track your healing through rehabilitation

I'm a Fellow of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons. Pelvic and acetabular fractures are my focus, but I also enjoy caring for all types of orthopaedic trauma, including:

• Pelvic fractures
• Acetabular (hip socket) fractures
• Fractures of the arms and legs
• Complex injuries involving more than one broken bone

I received my medical degree at Vanderbilt University School of Medicine. I completed my orthopaedic surgery residency at Carolinas Medical Center, followed by a fellowship in orthopaedic trauma at the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston.

I'm an associate professor of orthopaedic surgery at Wake Forest University School of Medicine. I'm also associate program director of our orthopaedic trauma fellowship, where I train surgeons to care for pelvic and acetabular fractures and all other types of orthopaedic trauma. I teach surgeons across the country through the Orthopaedic Trauma Association and AO North America. My research focuses on helping people with pelvis and hip socket injuries recover better.

I look forward to meeting you and helping you on your road to recovery.