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Brent E. Fisher, MD
Brent E. Fisher, MD

Orthopedic Urgent Care

Board Certified in Family Medicine, CAQ Sports Medicine

Blue Ridge Region

Asheville - McDowell
Asheville - McDowell

Blue Ridge Region

Asheville - McDowell

Address

129 McDowell Street
Asheville NC 28801

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Contact

Phone: (828) 407-1700

Fax: (828) 258-0416

Orthopedic Clinic Hours

Monday:

8:00AM - 5:00PM

Tuesday:

8:00AM - 5:00PM

Wednesday:

8:00AM - 5:00PM

Thursday:

8:00AM - 5:00PM

Friday:

8:00AM - 5:00PM

Orthopedic Urgent Care Hours

Monday:

7:30AM - 5:00PM

Tuesday:

7:30AM - 5:00PM

Wednesday:

7:30AM - 5:00PM

Thursday:

7:30AM - 5:00PM

Friday:

7:30AM - 5:00PM

Saturday:

8:00AM - 12:00PM
South Asheville
South Asheville

Blue Ridge Region

South Asheville

Address

2585 Hendersonville Road
Arden, NC 28704

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Contact

Phone: (828) 630-7497

Fax: (828) 651-0061

Orthopedic Clinic Hours

Monday:

8:00AM - 4:00PM

Tuesday:

8:00AM - 4:00PM

Wednesday:

8:00AM - 4:00PM

Thursday:

8:00AM - 4:00PM

Friday:

8:00AM - 4:00PM

Hand Therapy Hours

Monday:

8:00AM - 5:00PM

Tuesday:

8:00AM - 5:00PM

Wednesday:

8:00AM - 5:00PM

Thursday:

8:00AM - 5:00PM

Friday:

8:00AM - 5:00PM

Orthopedic Urgent Care Hours

Monday:

7:30AM - 4:00PM

Tuesday:

7:30AM - 4:00PM

Wednesday:

7:30AM - 4:00PM

Thursday:

7:30AM - 4:00PM

Friday:

7:30AM - 4:00PM

Physical Therapy Hours

Monday:

8:00AM - 5:00PM

Tuesday:

8:00AM - 5:00PM

Wednesday:

8:00AM - 5:00PM

Thursday:

8:00AM - 5:00PM

Friday:

8:00AM - 5:00PM
Weaverville Orthopedic Urgent Care
Weaverville Orthopedic Urgent Care

Blue Ridge Region

Weaverville Orthopedic Urgent Care

Address

159 Weaver Boulevard
Weaverville, NC 28787

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Contact

Phone: (828) 201-2920

Orthopedic Urgent Care Hours

Monday:

7:30AM - 12:00PM
1:00PM - 4:00PM

Tuesday:

7:30AM - 12:00PM
1:00PM - 4:00PM

Wednesday:

7:30AM - 12:00PM
1:00PM - 4:00PM

Thursday:

7:30AM - 12:00PM
1:00PM - 4:00PM

Friday:

7:30AM - 12:00PM
1:00PM - 4:00PM

Holiday Hours

Labor Day:

Closed
Waynesville
Waynesville

Blue Ridge Region

Waynesville

Address

9 Haywood Office Park, Ste 102 & 103
Waynesville, NC 28785

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Contact

Phone: 828.564.1420

Fax: 828.258.0416

Orthopedic Clinic Hours

Monday:

7:30AM–4:00PM

Tuesday:

7:30AM–4:00PM

Wednesday:

7:30AM–4:00PM

Thursday:

7:30AM–4:00PM

Friday:

7:30AM–4:00PM

Physical Therapy Hours

Monday:

8:00AM - 5:00PM

Tuesday:

8:00AM - 5:00PM

Wednesday:

8:00AM - 5:00PM

Thursday:

8:00AM - 5:00PM

Friday:

8:00AM - 5:00PM
4.9 out of 5 stars
336 Patient Reviews
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Meet Dr. Brent E. Fisher

Dr. Brent Fisher is a board-certified Family Medicine physician with a Certificate of Added Qualification in Sports Medicine. As a dedicated sports medicine doctor, he specializes in helping athletes and active individuals recover from sports injuries and return to their desired activities safely.

Practicing primarily at EmergeOrtho’s orthopedic urgent care facilities in Weaverville, NC and Asheville, NC, Dr. Fisher offers expert care for both acute and chronic musculoskeletal conditions, providing walk-in services for patients of all ages. With a focus on nonoperative treatment strategies, he uses techniques like musculoskeletal ultrasound evaluations and guided injections to ensure the best possible outcomes for his patients.

Dr. Fisher’s experience as a sports injury doctor is extensive, and his background in urgent care settings allows him to address a broad range of sports injuries with efficiency. Dr. Fisher’s medical training includes a prestigious Primary Care Sports Medicine Fellowship at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, following his Family Medicine Residency at Spartanburg Regional Healthcare System. He also completed a Research Fellowship in the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery at the University of Louisville School of Medicine, where he later earned his Doctor of Medicine degree.

His academic foundation began at the University of Kentucky, where he graduated cum laude with dual degrees in Biology and Chemistry. Dr. Fisher’s strong educational foundation has shaped his commitment to evidence-based medicine and innovative treatment approaches within the field of sports medicine. As a sports medicine doctor, he is passionate about using the latest advancements in research and treatment to support his patients’ recovery and athletic performance.

Beyond his clinical practice, Dr. Fisher is actively involved in sports medicine at both the community and national levels. He serves as a team physician for several local high school and collegiate athletic programs and acts as the medical director for community sports leagues and a competitive soccer club. His expertise is frequently sought for national sports tournaments, where he provides on-site medical coverage. A well-published researcher in orthopedic and sports medicine journals, Dr. Fisher stays at the forefront of advancements in his field.

He currently practices at EmergeOrtho’s Weaverville location, where he continues to support athletes in achieving their peak performance while prioritizing their health and safety.

Specialties

As a board-certified, fellowship-trained orthopedic sports medicine doctor, Dr. Fisher addresses a variety of orthopedic conditions and injuries, which include:

  • Sprains and strains
  • Broken bones
  • Closed fractures (in which bone does not break the skin)
  • Sports-related injuries
  • Cast or wound-dressing problems
  • Recently painful, swollen, or injured joints

Dr. Fisher has advanced specialty training as a sports injury doctor to treat injuries and conditions affecting the following areas of the body:

  • Neck/shoulder, including frozen shoulder, rotator cuff tears, shoulder impingement, and shoulder instability
  • Back, including lower back pain and strains
  • Arm/elbow, including sprains and tennis or golfer’s elbow
  • Hand/wrist, including carpal tunnel syndrome, mallet finger, and hand and wrist fractures
  • Hip/knee, including ligament tears and arthritis
  • Upper/lower leg, including fractures, joint dislocations, and shin splints
  • Foot/ankle, including Achilles tendon rupture and ankle sprains
  • Back, including lower back pain and strains
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Dr. Fisher utilizes sophisticated, nonoperative, patient-centered approaches to treat the conditions listed above. Examples of treatment methods and services he provides include:

Walk-ins are welcome at Weaverville Urgent Care. You can also reserve a spot in advance to see Dr. Fisher for your sports-related injuries.

Sports Medicine Experience/Coverage/Community Connections

  • Team physician – Mountain Heritage High School, Burnsville, NC, 2017-2023
  • Medical director – Asheville City Soccer Club, USL2 and USL W league teams, 2019-2023
  • Team physician – Asheville Tourists, Single A minor league baseball team, 2022-2023
  • Medical Advisory Committee – 2020 Maui Invitational Tournament, Asheville, NC
  • Event physician coverage:
    • Southern Conference men’s and women’s basketball tournaments, 2018-2020
    • Haute Route Asheville, professional cycling race, 5/2018, 5/2019
    • Hellbender 100, 100 mile multi day trail run, 4/21/2018
    • USA Triathlon Collegiate Club National Championships, Clemson, SC – 4/22/2016
    • USA Cycling National Championships, Team Time Trials, Greenville, SC – 4/19/2015
    • Southern Slam Wrestling Tournament – 12/4/2014
    • Raleigh Ironman Triathlon – 6/1/2014
    • Special Olympics North Carolina Summer Games – 5/30-6/1/2014
    • NCAA Men’s and Women’s Tennis – 5/10/14
    • ACC Outdoor Track & Field Championships – 4/17-4/19/2014
    • Tent Captain – Raleigh Rock ‘N’ Roll Marathon – 4/13/2014
    • NBA All-Star Week – 2/10-2/16/2014
    • ACC Women’s Soccer Tournament – 11/2013
    • Shrine Bowl, North Carolina-South Carolina football All Star game – 2012
    • USC-Upstate “Eye Opener” Cross Country – 2012
  • Team physician – Chapel Hill High School – 2013-2014
  • Assistant team physician – University of North Carolina athletics – 2013-2014
  • Assistant team physician – North Carolina Central University athletics – 2013-2014
  • Assistant team physician – Spartanburg High School – 2012-2013
  • Assistant team physician – women’s soccer, USC-Upstate – 2012
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Education

  • Fellowship: Primary Care Sports Medicine, University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill, NC
  • Residency: Family Medicine, Spartanburg Regional Healthcare System, Spartanburg, SC
  • Research Fellow: University of Louisville School of Medicine, Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Louisville, KY
  • Medical School: University of Louisville School of Medicine, Louisville, KY
  • Undergraduate: University of Kentucky, Lexington, KY

Certifications & Licenses

  • Credentialed ImPACT Consultant, 2016
  • North Carolina Medical Board License, 2015
  • Certificate of Added Qualification in Sports Medicine (CAQSM), 2014
  • American Board of Family Medicine (ABFM), 2013
  • South Carolina Medical Board License, 2011
  • Basic Life Support (BLS)
  • Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)

Memberships & Associations

  • American Medical Society of Sports Medicine, 2012-2022, 2024
  • American College of Sports Medicine, 2014-2019
  • Southeastern Chapter of American College of Sports Medicine – resident member – 2013, full member – 2016
  • Christian Medical and Dental Association, 2005-current
  • American Academy of Family Physicians, 2014-current
  • North Carolina Association of Family Physicians, 2013-2014, 2016-2023
  • South Carolina Medical Association, 2010-2013, 2014-2016, 2024
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Publications

  • Fisher BE, Nathan ST, Acland RD, Roberts CS. The anterolateral incision for pilon fracture surgery: An anatomic study of cutaneous blood supply. Acta Orthop Belg. 2011, 77:355-361. 9/23/2024
  • Fisher B, Nyland J, Brand E, Curtin B. Medial patellofemoral ligament reconstruction for recurrent patellar dislocation: A systematic review including rehabilitation and return-to-sports efficacy. Arthroscopy 2010;26(10):1384-1394.
  • Fisher B, Roberts C. Tourniquet use and sickle cell hemoglobinopathy: How should we proceed? South Med J. 2010;103(11):1156-60.
  • Kalyani BS, Fisher BE, Roberts CS, Giannoudis PV. Compartment syndrome of the forearm: A systematic review. J Hand Surg Am. 2011;36(3):535-543.
  • Nathan ST, Fisher BE, Roberts CS, Giannoudis PV. The management of nonunion and delayed union of patella fractures: A systematic review of the literature. Int Orthop. 2011; 35(6):791-795.
  • Nathan ST, Fisher BE, Roberts CS. Coccydynia: A review of pathoanatomy, aetiology, treatment and outcome. J Bone Joint Surg Br. 2010;92:1622-7.
  • Nyland J, Fisher B, Brand E, Caborn D. Osseous deficits after anterior cruciate ligament injury and reconstruction: A systematic literature review with suggestions to improve osseous homeostasis. Arthroscopy 2010;26(9):1248-1257.
  • Walz B, Nyland J, Fisher B, Krupp R, Nawab A. Supplemental bio-tenodesis improves tibialis anterior allograft yield load in extremely low density tibiae. Arc Orthop Trauma Surg. 2012;132(3):343- 347.
  • Nyland J, Brand E, Fisher B. Update on rehabilitation following ACL reconstruction. Open Access Journal of Sports Medicine. 2010;1:151-166.
  • Stafford H, Berkowitz J, Adams N, Porras L, Sandbulte Z, Fisher B, Felton C, Boothe J, Reed W, DeLao Y, Wells S, Johnson L, Nelson-Chavis J, Ketterly J, Berkoff D Drezner J, Chung E, Berkoff. 2020.The Effect of a Single Sports Nutrition Didactic Session on Division 1 Athletes. Medical Research Archives. 2020; 8(6)1-13.

    • BOOK CHAPTERS

    • Nyland J, Fisher B, Curtin B. (2011). Conservative Treatment of Patellofemoral Joint Instability. In Mahmut Nedim Doral, MD (Ed), Sports Injuries. Springer-Verlag.

    POSTER PRESENTATIONS

    • Fisher B, Stafford H, Berkoff D. Acute Hip Pain in a High School Football Player. Poster presented at: American Medical Society for Sports Medicine, 23rd Annual Meeting; 2014 April 5-9; New Orleans, LA.
    • Fisher B, Stafford H, Berkoff D. Posterior Knee Pain in an Adolescent Athlete. Poster presented at: American Medical Society for Sports Medicine, 23rd Annual Meeting; 2014 April 5-9; New Orleans, LA.
    • Stafford H, Sandbulte Z, Fisher B, Call L, Bingham ME, Babar S, Mitchell M, Berkoff D. The Effect of Sports Nutrition Didactic Session on Div I Athletes. Poster presented at: American Medical Society for Sports Medicine, 23rd Annual Meeting; 2014 April 5-9; New Orleans, LA.
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