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Dr. Michael Drakeford, MD

Orthopedic Surgery* Age 68
Dr. Michael Drakeford, MD
3.4 (12 Ratings)
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Dr. Michael Drakeford, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon in Sumter, SC.
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Dr. Michael Drakeford, MD

Orthopedic Surgery* Age 68
Sumter, SC
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42 years of experience
Dr. Michael Drakeford, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon in Sumter, SC.

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Dr. Drakeford graduated from Medical University of South Carolina. Dr. Michael Drakeford, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon in Sumter, SC and has 42 years experience. Dr. Drakeford currently practices at Practice and are affiliated with Prisma Health Tuomey Hospital. At present, Dr. Drakeford received an average rating of 3.4/5 from patients and has been reviewed 12 times. Dr. Drakeford's office is not accepting new patients. Dr. Drakeford is board certified in Orthopedic Surgery and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Ankle Fracture
Arthritis of the Elbow
Avascular Necrosis
Ankle Fracture
Arthritis of the Elbow
Avascular Necrosis
Ankle Fracture
Arthritis of the Elbow
Avascular Necrosis
Back Pain
Baker’s Cyst
Broken Arm
Bursitis
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Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Chondromalacia
Chronic Neck Pain
Clavicle Fracture
Complications of Joint Prosthesis
Degenerative Disc Disease
Elbow Sprain
Enthesopathy of Hip (incl. Trochanteric Bursitis)
Glenoid Labrum Tear
Gout
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Heel Spur
Herniated Disc
Hip Fracture
Hip Pointer
Internal Derangement of Knee
Intervertebral Disc Disease
Joint Pain
Knee Dislocation
Knee Sprain
Leg Fracture Above Knee (incl. Hip)
Leg Fracture Below Knee (incl. Ankle)
Limb Pain
Low Back Pain
Lupus
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Medial Collateral Ligament (MCL) Sprain
Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis of Foot
Osteoarthritis of Hip
Osteoarthritis of Hip and Thigh
Osteoarthritis of Knee
Osteoarthritis of Shoulder
Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS)
Pelvic Fracture
Plantar Fasciitis
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Rotator Cuff Tear
Scapular Fracture
Sciatica
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Shoulder Impingement Syndrome
Shoulder Tendinitis and Tenosynovitis
Spinal Stenosis
Sprains and Strains (incl. Muscle Tear)
Systemic Chondromalacia
Trigger Finger
Carpal Tunnel Release
Excision of Scapula, Clavicle, Rib, or Sternum
Foot and Ankle Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Foot and Ankle Fracture Treatment, Open
Hip Replacement
Joint Drainage
Knee and Leg Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Knee and Lower Leg Fracture Treatment, Open
Knee Arthroscopy
Knee Replacement
Knee Replacement Revision
Meniscus Surgery
Musculoskeletal Function Test
Resection or Ablation of Bone Tumor, Partial or Complete Resection of Bone, Debridement of Bone
Rotator Cuff Surgery
Shoulder Arthroscopy
Steroid Injection
Total Hip Replacement
Trigger Finger Release

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Locations

  1. 1 Palmetto Orthopaedic and Sports Medicine Center LLC
    595 W Wesmark Blvd, Sumter, SC 29150
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (803) 469-4028

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3.4
Based on 12 Reviews
5 Stars (6)
4 Stars (1)
3 Stars (0)
2 Stars (2)
1 Star (3)

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Oct 15, 2019
Excellent doctor. He is thorough and quite smart- he explains all well and knows his stuff. He is shy and quiet but you can see his staff is loyal and this has been an excellent experience. A knee has been a problem for weeks- one visit with him-- it is done. so pleased!
m. fuller — Oct 15, 2019
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Specialties*
Orthopedic Surgery
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • Medical University of South Carolina
    1982
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Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Orthopedic Surgery
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Michael Drakeford, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Drakeford's profile.

Dr. Michael Drakeford, MD is affiliated with Prisma Health Tuomey Hospital.

Yes, Dr. Michael Drakeford, MD holds board certification in Orthopedic Surgery.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Prisma Health Tuomey Hospital

    129 N Washington St, Sumter, SC