Zi Tan, MD

Novant Health Orthopedics & Sports Medicine - Hand Institute (Nexton) offers specialized care for hand, wrist, and upper extremity conditions. Our skilled hand surgeons, hand specialists, and wrist doctors provide expert diagnosis and treatment for injuries, arthritis, carpal tunnel, fractures, and more. We use advanced surgical and non-surgical techniques to restore function, relieve pain, and improve quality of life. Conveniently located in Summerville, we are dedicated to delivering compassionate, personalized care tailored to each patient’s needs.

Dr. Kokko is a fellowship-trained, board-certified orthopedic surgeon specializing in hand and wrist care. He earned his medical degree and completed his orthopedic residency at the Medical University of South Carolina, followed by a hand and microvascular surgery fellowship at New York University’s Hospital for Joint Diseases. Co-founder of the Hand Institute of Charleston, he offers advanced operative and nonoperative treatments for conditions such as carpal tunnel syndrome, trigger finger, arthritis, fractures, and Dupuytren’s contracture, with expertise in minimally invasive and opioid-sparing techniques.