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Orthopedics

You’re in good hands with the largest and most experienced team of orthopedic specialists in the Charleston region. We offer same or next day care for conditions like back pain, bone or joint issues, knee pain or strain and more. Our doctors specialize in minimally invasive treatment, including physical therapy and specialized surgery, leading to less pain, shorter hospital stays and faster recovery for our patients.

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Orthopedic services and conditions

Easy access to orthopedic care

Whatever injury or pain you’re experiencing, we’re here for you. With multiple convenient locations across the Lowcountry and easy online scheduling, you can get the care you need where and when you need it. We also offer different levels of care:

Specialty Care: Have a recent injury or persistent pain that won’t go away? We’ve got your back. See one of our Roper St. Francis orthopedic specialists and receive customized care, tailored to your specific health care needs. We have same-day and next-day appointment options for every weekday. Schedule with one of our orthopedic specialists online now!
Express Care: Not sure if you need a specialist? Our Express Care locations offer walk-in care and same-day appointments for minor injuries seven days a week from 8a.m to 8p.m.
Emergency Care: If you need emergency care for symptoms like uncontrolled bleeding, severe bone fracture, loss of consciousness or you have other life-threatening symptoms, call 911 or go directly to your nearest emergency room.

Why we’re the leading orthopedic provider

Our board-certified, fellowship-trained physicians are supported by nurse practitioners, physician assistants and physical therapists who all work together as part of your care team. We offer many non-invasive therapies and the latest surgical techniques, allowing us to customize treatments to your specific needs. Our goal: to help you get back to enjoying your life as soon as possible.

Roper Hospital and Roper St. Francis Mt. Pleasant Hospital are accredited as Blue Distinction® Centers+ for hip and knee replacements by Blue Cross Blue Shield. And Roper Hospital is designated as “high performing” by U.S. News & World Report for knee replacements.

Imaging

Our on-site imaging is a major convenience for patients in discomfort or pain. All images are read by a board-certified radiologist – something that is unique to us. Read more about our imaging services.

Medical equipment

If you need medical equipment, such as canes, crutches, walkers, slings, braces or orthotics, you’ll receive them during appointments. Our staff will fit and adjust the equipment for you. Our Durable Medical Equipment Department has access to more than 200 devices and can create custom-made devices as needed.

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Our orthopedic care locations

We offer orthopedic care at 17 different locations throughout the Lowcountry, including at each of our four hospitals.

Bon Secours St. Francis Hospital

Roper Hospital

Roper St. Francis Berkeley Hospital

Roper St. Francis Mount Pleasant Hospital

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Common questions and answers

Orthopedists are specialists in the musculoskeletal system, which means they treat issues that have to do with your muscles, ligaments, tendons, joints, or bones. There are different ways to treat injuries, strains or sprains, including physical therapy, medicine and surgery.

Joints, bones, muscles, tendons and ligaments are all a part of orthopedics. Most aches and pains as well as injuries, strains or sprains can be treated by an orthopedist.

Orthopedists specialize in injuries to your muscles, joints, bones, tendons and ligaments. A primary care provider may be able to help with these issues as well, but if your issue is persistent or severe, an orthopedic specialist is the best person to see. If you aren’t sure if your pain requires specialty care, we also offer same-day Express Care with a primary care provider who can refer you to an orthopedist if they think you need one.

Yes, we offer physical therapy for a wide variety of issues, including issues related to those listed among our services and conditions.

All surgery has risks, but your doctor will advise the safest and most appropriate course of treatment for you. We perform minimally invasive orthopedic surgery and are often able to offer other options if you wish to avoid surgery. If surgery is necessary, our minimally invasive approach leaves a smaller scar, is less painful than standard surgery and less poking and prodding means you will heal faster.