Kerk Mehrle Jr., MD

"Dr. R. Kerk Mehrle was born and raised in Lambert, Mississippi. He attended Millsaps College and received a Bachelor of Science degree from Millsaps College. Dr. Mehrle then attended medical school at the University of Mississippi Medical center and obtained his Doctor of Medicine degree in 1999.

Dr. Mehrle’s training in Orthopedics began at the University of Mississippi Medical center completing the five-year residency program. He then pursued his fellowship specialty training in Hip and Knee replacement in Phoenix, Arizona with Dr. Anthony Hedley at the Institute for Bone and Joint Disorders.

Dr. Mehrle was in practice for 6 years at the University of Mississippi Medical Center until joining Mississippi Sports Medicine in 2012. He is a board-certified Orthopedic surgeon with a special interest in hip and knee replacements."

"When an injury happens we're committed to provide the most efficient, highest quality ortho care.

Our patients have access to the best trained physicians in the United States. We train other physicians. We offer two Advanced Surgeon Training Programs. Our advanced training is an ACGME accredited 12-month program that trains physicians from all over the country in all areas of sports medicine surgical practice.

20 nationally-recognized sub-specialized physicians in 7 sub-specialty areas of the musculoskeletal system. From hand and wrist to total joint replacement, our surgeons provide personalized care while utilizing the newest techniques and technologies. Our physicians teach other physicians the most current surgical advancements. That means you have access to the best at Mississippi Sports Medicine."