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4.68 out of 5
Specialties
Sports Medicine
Shoulder and Knee Surgery
Shoulder Replacement
Jonathan Chappell, MD
Sports Medicine Center
Dr. Jonathan Chappell is a board-certified and fellowship-trained orthopaedic sports medicine surgeon. He has experience in all knee and shoulder arthroscopic procedures including ACL reconstructions, rotator cuff repair, shoulder stabilization and cartilage work. He also has a special interest in total shoulder arthroplasty, revere total shoulder arthroplasty and fractures around the shoulder.
Dr. Chappell has been taking care of high school, collegiate and professional athletes for over 15 years. He has performed shoulder and knee surgery on local high school and college athletes throughout the local community. He was the medical director and team orthopedic surgeon for the North Carolina Football Club and NC Courage professional soccer teams for 15 years. In the past he has worked with medical providers for the Los Angeles Lakers, Kings, Galaxy and Anaheim Ducks.
Born and raised in Mooresville, North Carolina, Dr. Chappell now resides in Raleigh with his wife and children where he enjoys tennis, pickleball, golf, snowboarding and soccer.
- Medical School: Duke University School of Medicine, Durham, NC
- Internship: University of North Carolina School of Medicine, Chapel Hill, NC
- Residency: University of North Carolina School of Medicine, Chapel Hill, NC
- Fellowship: Kerlan-Job Sports Institute, Los Angeles, CA
- Undergraduate: Davidson College, Davidson, NC
Board Certifications
- Diplomate, American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
- Sports Medicine
- 2020 NC Top Doc Award
- Nominated for the Charles Neer Award by the Journal of Shoulder & Elbow Surgeons
- Phi Beta Kappa Honor Society
- Alpha Epsilon Delta Honor Society
The Star Ratings associated with each provider is the average of responses from the “likelihood to recommend” question on our patient experience surveys conducted by Qualtrics. The survey goes to patients seen in both the inpatient and outpatient setting; however, the surveys are different. The comments are actual comments received from patients. The number of responses received varies by provider.
June 2025 He's easy to talk to tell it like it is just all around good guy
June 2025 His patience, and caring for his patients!
June 2025 Patience understanding & listening
June 2025 He was easy to talk to. He explained step by step wht the problem was and what he had to do to fix lt. He gave me time to decide when and if I wanted the operation. He's a great doctor with patience. Thanks
June 2025 Very happy with my surgery and results
June 2025 Always explains everything to me and shows my X-rays. Professional and informative medical care.
June 2025 Because the care and outcome provided by Dr. Chappell and his team was excellent Dr Chappell has done surgery on both me and my husband and from experience he is always available for questions andl knowledge. I feel a comfort knowing we are in good hands with his care and expertise.
June 2025 Dr. Chappell was very knowledgeable and explained his concerns very clearly
June 2025 Dr. Chappell is the only doctor I trust with my shoulders.
June 2025 Very helpful, understand, and caring
May 2025 Excellent doctor very caring
May 2025 Love Dr Chappell! He listens, he does a thorough exam, and he quickly devised a plan of care for next steps.
May 2025 He addressed my complex case in a practical, effective way with good speed. My outcome has been very positive
May 2025 Dr Chappell and staff have gotten me through some very difficult challenges.
May 2025 Courteous, prompt and efficient.
May 2025 He’s a very good listener he tells you things and ways that you understand and he seems to be a very patient person
May 2025 He was very professional and explained everything to me in a way I could understand.
May 2025 I was very satisfied with the treatment and felt very comfortable with Dr. Chapelle 's medical practice and office.
May 2025 Dr. Jonathan Chappell is interested in helping me understand the best way to live my fullest active life.
May 2025 Excellent listener
April 2025 He was very nice and explained everything great.
April 2025 Professional and pleasant
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