Written by Charles Perry for publication in MyHorryNews and Waccamaw Publishers Nearly three years after Conway Medical Center launched its robotic surgery program, CMC has become the second-busiest robotics hospital in the country. “I don’t think anybody would have ever foreseen this happening,” said Dr. Aaron Epstein, CMC’s chief of surgery. “This has been an […]
Orthopedic surgeons are vital for helping you get back to the activities you enjoy, whether it’s playing a game of pickup basketball on the weekends or perfecting your golf swing at one of Myrtle Beach’s award-winning golf courses. But where do you begin when searching for a doctor, and what should you do if you need […]
Conway Medical Center has a new way to keep community members moving thanks to robotic-assisted knee surgery. It’s performed using robotic-arm technology that allows your surgeon to precisely perform surgery through a smaller incision as compared to traditional knee replacement surgery. If you are curious about this new surgery, Dr. Christian Eccles, MD with CMC […]
A letter from Alice G. Upon meeting Dr. Jason Andersen, I immediately knew he was someone I could trust. He exuded confidence and knowledge as he carefully explained the procedure to be taken. I never experienced pain from the day I awoke after surgery. The first discomfort I had was around week nine when I […]
ACL stands for anterior cruciate ligament, and a sprained or torn ACL is one of the most common knee injuries. You’re most likely to hear about it when it happens to a star athlete. However, the truth is that anyone who plays sports like soccer, basketball or football is much more likely to have an […]
More than half of tennis players will be diagnosed with Tennis Elbow at some point, but did you know that people who play tennis make up a very small percentage of all reported cases? That’s right. A majority of the patients treated by Dr. Erica Umpierrez, Orthopaedic Surgeon and Hand/Upper Extremity specialist with CMC Orthopaedics, […]
After having a successful hip replacement, you’re finally back doing the things you love. Golfing, gardening, swimming, shopping, and taking your motorcycle out for a drive. You’re moving and grooving but for how long? If you are wondering how long your new hip will last, rest easy. Some studies show that hip replacements can last […]
When experiencing spine or neck pain, you may be wondering who to turn to? Both chiropractors and orthopaedic physicians are well versed in providing treatment plans and pain relief to patients, however, their approach and capabilities vary and should be considered carefully. There are many factors such as the type of injury, longevity […]
If you’ve been dealing with back or neck pain, you may be eager to get your scheduled spine surgery to get the relief you are seeking. However, it’s important not to rush into a surgical procedure if you are ill unless there is an urgent reason. Dr. Daniel Reid, Orthopaedic surgeon and spine specialist with […]
Life can be a painful struggle for people living with hip pain. Beyond the constant hurt, it can affect many aspects of your daily routine. Think about the time it takes to get in and out of your car. The instances you avoided taking the stairs or skipped one of your favorite activities. Watching your […]
If you are on the path to having hip replacement surgery, you may be wondering what life will be like afterward. You can expect your lifestyle to be a lot like it was before hip pain got the best of you but there will be some activities you’ll need to avoid. Avoid crossing your legs […]
For hip related pain, there are many surgical options to treat your pain. Total hip replacement including posterior and anterior approaches, hip revision, and hip resurfacing just to name a few. CLICK HERE to discover more about hip pain and the various treatment options. Dr. Christian Eccles Fellowship trained in Hip and Knee orthopaedic surgery […]
A patient’s testimonial: Susan Ward When fall eases in and college football begins, there is no one cheering louder than Susan Ward for her South Carolina Gamecocks. The excitement of gameday has her regularly setting up tailgates with friends and family. That is until severe shoulder pain started limiting those celebrations and other daily activities. […]
Fall is upon us, the weather is changing, and sports are in full swing. Before long the changing leaves will be replaced with more frigid temperatures and other opportunities for fun. The changing seasons and conditions along with all the physical activities they offer are primed with the possibility of injury. Dr. Jason Andersen, Sports […]
Boxer’s fractures are one of the more common and easily diagnosed finger injuries seen by Dr. Erica Umpierrez, Orthopaedic Surgeon and Hand/Upper Extremity specialist with CMC Orthopaedics. Despite the name, this form of trauma is not reserved for professional or amateur fighters. Dr. Umpierrez helps us break down this injury and how it is treated. […]
The knee is one of the most complex joints in the human body and also one of the most vital for movement. The stresses of daily activities like walking, running, and bending, make it vulnerable. One of the most feared sports and work-related injuries is an ACL (anterior cruciate ligament) tear, which can be very […]
Whether walking, running, standing, or jumping your feet are taking a beating. The inflammation and stiffness caused by bunions can add insult to injury of your already stressed feet. Not to mention the visible deformity caused by bunions that can make you self-conscious about wearing your favorite sandals. Dr. David Beck at CMC Orthopaedics is […]
Your feet and ankles are the foundation of your body. Because of them, you are able to get up, get going, and accomplish the things you enjoy and that are most important to you. While they may seem like small, insignificant areas of your body, they are quite complex and vulnerable to stresses caused by […]
Dr. David Beck’s mother always told him that he could do anything, except go into medicine. He comes from a medical family. His father and brother are nephrologists, his sister is a family medicine physician specializing in sports medicine, and her husband is a urogynecologist. “She said she needed someone to talk to at Thanksgiving,” […]
When it came to choosing his specialty in medicine, there was never any doubt for Dr. Jason Andersen. He went to medical school planning to be an orthopaedic surgeon, and that is exactly what he did. As a soccer player throughout his childhood and high school years just north of Atlanta, Georgia, he had become […]
Orthopedic surgeons wielding their scalpels and laparoscopic tools during life changing surgeries understand all too well that pain is an unavoidable part of the healing process. Yet the current opioid crisis has influenced the orthopedics team at CMC to reevaluate their standard treatments and prescribing practices and implement new best practices for the safety and […]
When you have problems with your spine, everyday life can become a painful burden. Our orthopedic surgeons have helped hundreds of patients get their lives back through spinal surgery. These operations require treating the delicate spaces between your vertebrae and the tiny nerves that comprise your spinal column. (If you’d like a refresher on the […]
It’s considered one of the most successful surgeries in modern medicine. The first knee replacement surgery was done in 1968 and since then, the procedure has been extensively refined. The latest state-of-the-art technology has made it one of the most common surgeries performed by an orthopedic specialist in the United States. Perhaps you’ve heard of […]
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