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Orthopaedic Surgeons in South Carolina

Orthopaedic surgeons specialise in bones, joints, muscles and ligaments, with and without surgery. Below are 32 orthopaedic surgeons practising in South Carolina, across Greenville, Charleston, Columbia, Spartanburg, Beaufort and Anderson, with what to bring and ask so your visit counts.

Orthopaedic Surgeons in South Carolina

  1. Joseph B. Walker Orthopaedics Greenville, SC 29605
  2. William M. Walsh, MD Orthopaedics Charleston, SC 29425
  3. Bernard G. Kirol, MD Orthopaedics Columbia, SC 29201
  4. Anthony A. Sanchez, MD Orthopaedics Spartanburg, SC 29303
  5. Ralph F. Salzer, MD Orthopaedics Beaufort, SC 29902
  6. Shea M. Comadoll, MD Orthopaedics Anderson, SC 29621
  7. Barrett A. Little, MD Orthopaedics Fort Mill, SC 29715
  8. Alfred G. Dawson, MD Orthopaedics Florence, SC 29501
  9. David Briski Orthopaedics Greer, SC 29650
  10. Christopher L. Robinson, MD Orthopaedics Easley, SC 29640
  11. Lee A. Patterson, MD Orthopaedics Greenwood, SC 29646
  12. Alex D. Collins, DO Orthopaedics Aiken, SC 29803
  13. Mark R. Wilson, MD Orthopaedics Clinton, SC 29325
  14. Samuel Davis, MD Orthopaedics Rock Hill, SC 29732
  15. David R. Kingery, MD Orthopaedics West Columbia, SC 29169
  16. Adam J. Mandel, DO Orthopaedics Little River, SC 29566
  17. John C. Sharpe, MD Orthopaedics Sumter, SC 29150
  18. William S. Brown, MD Orthopaedics Seneca, SC 29678
  19. Jeremy P. Hatch, MD Orthopaedics Bluffton, SC 29910
  20. Todd D. Cook, MD Orthopaedics Murrells Inlet, SC 29576
  21. Walker M. Heffron, MD Orthopaedics Mt Pleasant, SC 29466
  22. Richard D. Gardner, MD Orthopaedics Hilton Head Island, SC 29928
  23. David C. Johannesmeyer, MD Orthopaedics North Charleston, SC 29406
  24. Lawrence L. Conley, DO Orthopaedics Walterboro, SC 29488
  25. Mark A. Rowley, MD Orthopaedics Georgetown, SC 29440
  26. Anne-Claire Edwards, MD Orthopaedics Piedmont, SC 29673
  27. Benjamin Lindsey, MD Orthopaedics Conway, SC 29526
  28. Thomas N. Joseph, MD Orthopaedics Camden, SC 29020
  29. Robert M. Hay, MD Orthopaedics Mount Pleasant, SC 29464
  30. Byron P. Marsh, MD Orthopaedics Pickens, SC 29671
  31. Efstratios Papadelis, DO Orthopaedics Myrtle Beach, SC 29572
  32. Wilson T. Watanabe, MD Orthopaedics Chesterfield, SC 29709

Listings come from the CMS NPPES NPI Registry, the public federal record of licensed providers, checked October 2026. Being listed is not a recommendation or an endorsement, and we do not receive anything from these doctors. Call the office to confirm insurance, availability and that they are accepting new patients. In an emergency, call 911.

When to see an orthopaedic surgeon

Common reasons

  • Knee, hip and shoulder pain
  • Back and neck problems
  • Sports injuries and fractures
  • Arthritis
  • Recovery after joint surgery

Signs it may be time

  • Joint pain limits your daily life
  • An injury is not improving after a few weeks
  • Your primary care doctor or physical therapist referred you
  • You are deciding whether surgery makes sense

How to get the most from your orthopaedic surgeon visit

1

Before: what to bring

  • A list of everything you take, including supplements, with how often
  • Your insurance card and photo ID
  • Recent lab results or imaging reports, if another clinician ordered them
  • X-rays or MRI reports and discs, if you have them
  • Notes on what movements make the pain worse or better
2

During: questions to ask

  • What is causing the pain, and what are my options without surgery?
  • If surgery is an option, what does recovery look like?
  • What activities should I avoid or keep doing?
  • How will we know if things are improving?
3

After: what to keep track of

  • Pain level each day and what you were doing
  • Physical therapy exercises completed
  • Sleep and swelling

After your visit

Keep the plan going between appointments

Recovery happens at home, one day at a time. Tracking pain, exercises and progress lets your surgeon or physical therapist see whether you are on track, and catch setbacks early. Emerge Care, free to download on iPhone, is built for exactly that: tell it how you feel in your own words, get plain answers with the source behind every fact, and walk into your next orthopaedic surgeon appointment in South Carolina with a one-page summary and your questions ready.

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  • Answers that name their source
  • One-page visit summary PDF
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Questions

How do I find an orthopaedic surgeon in South Carolina?

This page lists 32 orthopaedic surgeons practising in South Carolina, including Greenville, Charleston, Columbia, Spartanburg, Beaufort and Anderson, from the federal NPI Registry. Call the office to confirm they take your insurance and are accepting new patients.

Do I need a referral to see an orthopaedic surgeon in South Carolina?

It depends on your insurance plan, not the state. HMO plans usually need a referral from your primary care doctor; many PPO plans do not. Check with your plan before booking.

What should I bring to my first orthopaedic surgeon appointment?

A list of everything you take, including supplements, with how often; Your insurance card and photo ID; Recent lab results or imaging reports, if another clinician ordered them; X-rays or MRI reports and discs, if you have them; Notes on what movements make the pain worse or better.

Do I need a referral to see an orthopaedic surgeon?

Many insurance plans need one; some do not. Check your plan before booking.

Does seeing an orthopaedic surgeon mean I need surgery?

No. Many conditions are treated without surgery, with physical therapy, activity changes or injections.

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