Kevin S Caperton, MDOrthopedic Surgery in Temple, TX

Kevin S. Caperton, MD, is a dual board-certified orthopedic surgeon at Ascension Medical Group Orthopedics serving the Georgetown and Temple, Texas communities. He is board certified in orthopedic surgery and holds a subspecialty certification in sports medicine. Dr. Caperton specializes in complex shoulder conditions, sports injuries and comprehensive general orthopedic care, and has served patients across Central Texas since 2012.

Dr. Caperton believes effective treatment begins with an accurate diagnosis and a personalized care plan tailored to each patient's goals and lifestyle.

He treats adolescent and adult athletes, active adults and individuals with chronic shoulder concerns. Dr. Caperton cares for patients experiencing shoulder pain, rotator cuff tears, shoulder instability, labral and SLAP tears, shoulder arthritis, degenerative joint conditions, fractures and sports-related injuries. When appropriate, he emphasizes conservative, non-surgical treatment options before considering surgery, helping patients safely return to work, sports and everyday activities.

His clinical expertise includes arthroscopic shoulder surgery, fracture care, non-operative sports medicine management and return-to-play coordination. As team physician for Southwestern University in Georgetown, Dr. Caperton has extensive experience caring for athletes at all levels, including managing throwing and overuse injuries. He collaborates closely with primary care providers, athletic trainers and rehabilitation specialists to ensure coordinated, seamless care.

Dr. Caperton lives in Belton with his wife and two children and is proud to serve families throughout Georgetown and Central Texas.