Kernodle Clinic
Sports Medicine • Burlington, NC • Since 1949 • 2 (Burlington and Mebane) locations
About
Kernodle Clinic in Burlington, NC offers Orthopedics & Sports Medicine as part of its multi-specialty care. The clinic is a long-established, privately held provider (founded 1949) with 7 offices in the Burlington/Alamance County area and more than 95 medical providers across 18 specialties. As part of the Duke Health Private Diagnostic Clinic (PDC), it adheres to Duke Health quality and safety standards. Services span orthopedics, sports medicine, and related musculoskeletal care, supported by a broad network of specialists and a walk-in/urgent care capability. Main location: 1234 Huffman Mill Rd, Burlington, NC 27215. For appointment or referrals, contact the clinic’s Burlington offices.
Clinic Type
Sports Medicine
Address
Burlington & Mebane locations, off I-85/40, Alamance County, NC
Phone
336-538-1234
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What services does Kernodle Clinic Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine offer?
A full spectrum of orthopedic services with physicians certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery, including fellowship training in knee and hip replacements and sports injury treatment.
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What Patients Say
Overall sentiment across review platforms: mixed
- WebMD Care (for Dr. Harold Kernodle): 4.0 out of 5 stars (3 ratings)
- RateMDs (for Dr. Harold Kernodle): 2.8 out of 5 stars (5 reviews)
- WebMD Care (for Walk-In Clinic): not explicitly averaged but generally positive sentiment (1 review)
Patients praise
- highly regarded by many long-term patients for quality of care
- praise for knowledgeable and compassionate medical staff including physicians and PAs
- well-organized and clean facility environment
- convenience of integrated services like My Chart and on-site labs/imaging
Common complaints
- reports of inconsistent bedside manner and perceived rudeness
- concerns regarding diagnostic accuracy and follow-up care in some instances
- complaints about punctuality and scheduling delays
"From the front door the staff is friendly, welcoming & very helpful. Unfortunately I've been a frequent flyer at Ortho, but I wouldn't go anywhere else!"
— Nextdoor review"I love Dr. Kernodle. He is not a doctor who is knife happy and he recommended everything except surgery... I would recommend him and his staff to anyone."
— RateMDs user review"I was ill, scared and looking for answers... I found him to be short, indigent and rude... I scheduled an appointment with a different doctor who has helped me stablize and manage this horrible condition."
— RateMDs user reviewSynthesized from public review platforms as of Jul 11, 2026 — sources: [1][2][3][4].
In the News
Information sourced from the clinic's website as of July 11, 2026.
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