From staff reports
Beaufort Memorial has expanded access to much-needed orthopedic care with the addition of board-certified physician assistant Kara White, PA-C, in the fall.
White sees patients at Beaufort Memorial Orthopaedic Specialists in Port Royal and Okatie. An Atlanta native, she has brought to the Lowcountry a strong commitment to patient-centered care and a focus on building meaningful connections with the community she serves.
White’s interest in medicine began early, influenced by her mother, a physician and emergency room director who worked in a medically underserved community. White developed a passion for understanding the human body and helping others navigate their health challenges.
She earned a Master of Health Science from South College Atlanta in December 2024 and was drawn to a physician assistant role after training under a PA and seeing the kinds of trust-based relationships PAs build with their patients.
“I want my patients to feel fully seen and understood,” she said. “Building trust and personal connections is essential to providing the best possible care.”
White’s clinical interests include treating a broad range of orthopedic conditions and supporting patients through recovery. Her passion for orthopedics is rooted in her athletic background and her desire to help patients regain mobility and return to active lifestyles following injury or age-related pain. She provides both pre- and post-operative care, guiding patients throughout their treatment journey.
At Beaufort Memorial Orthopaedic Specialists, White works alongside board-certified, fellowship-trained orthopedic surgeons Drs. Cory Messerschmidt and Vandit Sardana as well as board-certified nurse practitioner Aron Love, MSN, FNP.