Jim Bethune is a Physician Assistant, certified by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants.  He has been on staff  with Guilford Orthopaedic and Sports Medicine Center since 1989. He has worked with all types of orthopedic conditions and injuries over the years. This experience and broad knowledge of orthopaedics enables him to deliver excellent patient care to patients and athletes of all ages.

Jim grew up in Southern Pines, in the Sandhills of North Carolina.  He graduated from North Carolina State University with a Bachelor of Science degree in Zoology.  He received his Physician Assistant training at Wake Forest University School of Medicine. He is a member of the North Carolina Academy of Physician Assistants.

Jim enjoys spending time with his family, is an avid NCSU Wolfpack fan, and serves on the leadership board of his local church.