James R. Heltsley, DO

"Dr. Heltsley provides comprehensive general orthopedic surgery and sports medicine care with a focus on injuries of the shoulder, knee and hip. He has specialized training in complex rotator cuff and labral surgery of the shoulder, ACL and ligament reconstruction, cartilage restoration, total hip replacement, and total joint replacement. A native of Glasgow, KY and a graduate of WKU, Dr. Heltsley went on to receive his medical degree from the Kentucky College of Osteopathic Medicine. He comp

"I take the same team approach our athletes utilize on the field in caring for my patients. I strive to provide each patient a complete clinical and diagnostic background necessary so together we can make a treatment plan to get you back in the game.” “I care for my patients the same way I would want a physician to care for my family and I am truly moved when patients are happy with their outcomes. "