Adam Kessler, DO

Highly skilled and dedicated, board certified orthopedic traumatologist with expertise in the diagnosis, treatment, and management of complex musculoskeletal injuries. Extensive experience in providing comprehensive surgical interventions to patients who have suffered traumatic fractures, dislocations, and soft tissue injuries. Proficient in performing advanced surgical techniques and utilizing state-of-the-art technology to restore optimal function and mobility.

Collaborative and patient-focused, with a commitment to delivering compassionate care and optimizing patient outcomes. Strong interdisciplinary teamwork abilities, excelling in fast-paced and high-pressure environments.

Orthopedic Surgeon, CEO at AK Orthopedic Consultants, LLC (2026-02 – Present)

Provide veterans with independent orthopedic medical evaluations and documentation to support their VA disability claims, while maintaining strict compliance with VA regulations and medical practice standards.

• Independent Medical Opinions (IMOs)
• Nexus Letters
• DBQ Completion
• Orthopedic Record Reviews

Orthopedic Trauma Surgeon at Baptist Health Medical Center-Little Rock (2024-04 – 2025-09)

Provide surgical interventions and comprehensive care for patients suffering from severe traumatic musculoskeletal injuries. One of three orthopedic trauma surgeon for a 950-bed urban level II trauma center. Assess patients with acute injuries and performed thorough physical examinations. Reviewed medical history and interpreted diagnostic tests, such as X-rays, CT scans, and MRIs to accurately diagnose the extent and nature of the trauma.

• Recognized as subject matter expert, advising the other specialties on the trauma team of the orthopedic injuries and their impact on their surgeries and developing a plan to ensure all of the patients injuries were addressed appropriately
• Performed surgical procedures to repair fractures, dislocations, and complex injuries
• Responded to emergencies and delivered immediate treatment for patients with critical injuries
• Kept abreast of the latest advancements in orthopedic trauma surgery

Orthopedic Surgeon at Gritman Medical Center (Locums tenens) (2024-02 – 2024-02)

Providing orthopedic coverage at level IV critical access trauma center performing urgent and emergent and routine surgical interventions and supporting the emergency department.

Orthopedic Trauma Surgeon at McLaren Northern Michigan Hospital (Locums tenens) (2023-12 – 2024-04)

Providing orthopedic trauma coverage at level II trauma center performing urgent and emergent and routine surgical interventions, clinic follow ups as well as supporting the emergency department.

Orthopedic Trauma Surgeon at Providence Saint Peter Hospital (Locums tenens) (2023-07 – 2023-07)

Provided orthopedic trauma coverage at a busy level III hospital, performing urgent and emergent surgical interventions as well as supporting the emergency department.

Orthopedic Trauma Surgeon at Chippenham Hospital (Locums tenens) (2023-06 – 2023-06)

Provided orthopedic trauma coverage at a regional level I hospital, performing urgent and emergent surgical interventions as well as supporting the emergency department.

Orthopedic Trauma Surgeon at Freeman Hospital- West (2020-08 – 2023-01)

Provided surgical interventions and comprehensive care for patients suffering from severe injuries. Served as sole orthopedic trauma surgeon for a level II trauma center. Assessed patients with acute injuries and performed thorough physical examinations. Reviewed medical history and interpreted diagnostic tests, such as X-rays, CT scans, and MRIs to accurately diagnose the extent and nature of the trauma.

• Recognized as subject matter expert, advising the trauma committee on orthopedic and serving as adjunct assistant professor of orthopedic trauma for Kansas City University College of osteopathic medicine
• Performed surgical procedures to repair fractures, dislocations, and complex injuries
• Organized and delivered individual-centric training for emergency medicine residents and medical students
• Responded to emergencies and delivered immediate treatment for patients with critical injuries
• Kept abreast of the latest advancements in orthopedic trauma surgery, participating in research studies and contributing to medical literature

Orthopedic Trauma Fellow at University of Louisville (2019-08 – 2020-07)

Gained invaluable experience in the management of complex musculoskeletal injuries resulting from trauma. Assisted in the development and implementation of treatment plans for trauma patients. Engaged in research activities, including literature reviews, data collection, and analysis.

• Participated in daily clinical rounds, case discussions, and conferences with attending surgeons, residents, and other members of the orthopedic trauma team
• Contributed to the training of the residents and medical students. Performed surgical procedures with supervision

Resident Physician at Ascension Genesys Hospital (2014-07 – 2019-06)

Delivered direct patient care under the supervision and guidance of attending physicians. Conducted patient interviews and physical examinations. Interpreted diagnostic tests and formulated treatment plans.

• Assisted attending orthopedic surgeons in the operating room during various surgical procedures
• Engaged in educational activities, such as attending conferences, grand rounds, and journal clubs to enhance knowledge in orthopedic surgery

Physician Assistant at Pinnacle Physician Resources, Our Lady of Bellefonte Hospital (2013-06 – 2014-06)

Physician Assistant at Beacon Occupational Health and Safety Services (2010-05 – 2014-05)

Oversaw wide range of clinical and administrative tasks in a community hospital emergency department. Provided occupational, urgent and emergent health care to employees on the Alaska oil fields as well as civilian tourists visiting the Arctic Ocean and civilians injured on portions of the Dalton Highway. Trained and supervised EMTs.

• Completed the first casualty response drill in over 5 years, at a remote site Identifying multiple inconstancies in the medical response plane and fixed them leading to a first-time pass when a graded drill was performed

Physician Assistant (Locum Tenens) at I-Med (2011 – 2011)

Physician Assistant at Primary Care Associates (2008 – 2009)

Battalion Physician Assistant at 2-377th PFAR, 4th BCT (ABN)/25th ID (2006 – 2010)

• Combat deployments to Iraq and Afghanistan
• Primary care provider for over 400 airborne soldiers
• Responsible for 20 EMT/Medics' training as well as emergency medical care on the battlefield
• Primary ACLS and PALS instructor for the brigade

Physician Assistant Student at Fort Sam Houston (2003 – 2004)

• Didactic year of the Interservice Physician Assistant Program (IPAP)
• Completed post-baccalaureate in Physician Assistant Studies from the University of Nebraska

Physician Assistant Student-clinical rotations (IPAP) at Ireland Army Community Hospital (2005 – 2006)

• Class leader- chosen over five other students to be responsible to the program director for all aspects of students training and daily military requirements
• Liaison between staff, students, and program director
• Completed Masters, Physician Assistant Studies from the University of Nebraska

Squadron Assistant logistics Officer (S4) at 1-14th Cavalry, 3 SBCT/2 ID (2003 – 2003)

• Responsible for movement and deployment of the Squadrons equipment and vehicles to Iraq for OIF 03-04
• Supervising Troop level Movement officers

Troop Executive Officer (XO) at HHT/1-14th Cavalry, 3rd SBCT/2ID (2002 – 2002)

• Second in command of the Headquarters troop
• Officer in Charge (OIC) of the troop operations center and field trains
• Responsible for maintenance of equipment and vehicles
• Responsible for the Troop's budget

Reconnaissance (RECCE) Platoon Leader at C/1-14th Cavalry, 3rd SBCT/2ID (2000 – 2002)

• OIC of a reconnaissance platoon in the first Stryker brigade combat team consisting of sixteen 19D cavalry scouts and two 97B counterintelligence agents
• Responsible for locating, closing with and destroying enemy elements within my assigned area
• Gather battlefield and human intelligence

Mobile Gun System (MGS) Platoon Leader at A/2-3 Infantry, 3rd SBCT/2ID (2000 – 2000)

• OIC of a mobile gun system platoon consisting of twelve 19K armor crewman

Anti-tank Platoon Leader at C Co., 52nd Infantry/ 1-14th Cavalry, 3rd SBCT/2ID (2000 – 2000)

• OIC of an anti-tank, TOW missile platoon consisting of twelve, 11H TOW Missilemen (Infantry)

Postgraduate certificate Fellowship in Dermatology – Azova/ExpertDerm Fellowship

Fellowship in Orthopedic Trauma Surgery – University of Louisville (2019 – 2020)

Residency in Orthopedic Surgery – Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine (2019)

Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) in Medicine – West Virginia School of Osteopathic Medicine (2014)

Masters in Physician Assistant Studies – University of Nebraska (IPAP) (2003 – 2005)

B.S. in Physician Assistant Studies – University of Nebraska (IPAP) (2003 – 2004)

B.S. in Biological Sciences – Michigan Technological University (1999)