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Dr. Thomas Ellison, MD

Orthopedic Spine Surgery* Age 64
Dr. Thomas Ellison, MD
2.9 (42 Ratings)
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Dr. Thomas Ellison, MD is an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon in Murrells Inlet, SC.
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Dr. Thomas Ellison, MD

Orthopedic Spine Surgery* Age 64
Murrells Inlet, SC
Accepting new patients
37 years of experience
Dr. Thomas Ellison, MD is an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon in Murrells Inlet, SC.

About

Dr. Ellison graduated from Wake Forest University in 1987 and completed a residency at University of South Alabama.Dr. Thomas Ellison, MD is an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon in Murrells Inlet, SC and has 37 years experience. Dr. Ellison currently practices at Practice and are affiliated with Tidelands Waccamaw Community Hospital and Tidelands Georgetown Memorial Hospital. Dr. Ellison has experience treating conditions like Piriformis Syndrome, Cervical Stenosis and Spinal Stenosis among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Ellison received an average rating of 2.9/5 from patients and has been reviewed 42 times. Dr. Ellison's office accepts new patients. Dr. Ellison also speaks Spanish. Dr. Ellison is board certified in Orthopedic Surgery and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Piriformis Syndrome
Cervical Stenosis
Spinal Stenosis
Piriformis Syndrome
Cervical Stenosis
Spinal Stenosis
Piriformis Syndrome
Cervical Stenosis
Spinal Stenosis
Nerve Root Injury and Plexus Disorders (incl. Pinched Nerve)
Intervertebral Disc Disease
Lumbar Spinal Stenosis
Lumbar Spine Fracture
Sciatica
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Back Pain
Broken Neck
Bursitis of Hip
Cauda Equina Syndrome
Cervical Radiculopathy
Cervical Vertigo
Degenerative Disc Disease
Foot Fracture
Herniated Disc
Lumbar Compression Fracture
Lumbar Radiculopathy
Lumbosacral Radiculopathy
Non-Unions and Malunions of Fractures
Osteoarthritis of Spine
Post-Laminectomy Syndrome
Posterior Tibial Tendonitis
Radiculopathy
Scoliosis
Spinal Cord Injury
Spine Deformities
Spondylitis
Spondylolisthesis
Tethered Cord Syndrome
Thoracic Compression Fracture
Thoracic Spine Fracture
Upper Back Pain
Lumbar Fusion with Robotic Assist
Lumbar Spinal Fusion
Spinal Cord Decompression
Spinal Fusion
Achilles Tendon Contracture
Adhesive Capsulitis Shoulder
Ankle Fracture
Ankylosing Spondylitis
Ankylosing Vertebral Hyperostosis
Arthritis of the Elbow
Ataxia
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Autoimmune Diseases
Bone Disorders
Bone Spur
Brachial Plexus Palsy
Bursitis
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Cancer
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Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Cervical Spine Myelopathy
Chondromalacia
Chordoma
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Chronic Neck Pain
Chronic Pelvic Pain
Coccygeal Pain
Coccyx Fracture
Coccyx or Sacrum Fracture
Complications of Joint Prosthesis
Difficulty With Walking
Dupuytrens Contracture
Elbow Injuries
Enthesopathy of Hip (incl. Trochanteric Bursitis)
Femur Fracture
Foot Conditions
Fracture
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Gait Abnormality
Gout
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Hip Fracture
Hip Tendinitis
Iliotibial Band Syndrome
Joint Pain
Knee Disorders
Knee Fracture
Knee Ligament Tears
Lateral and Medial Epicondylitis (Tennis and Golf Elbow)
Lateral Epicondylitis
Leg Fracture Above Knee (incl. Hip)
Leg Fracture Below Knee (incl. Ankle)
Limb Pain
Low Back Pain
Lumbosacral Plexopathy
Lumbosacral Stenosis
Meniscus Tear
Myelopathy
Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis of Ankle
Osteoarthritis of Foot
Osteoarthritis of Hand
Osteoarthritis of Hip
Osteoarthritis of Hip and Thigh
Osteoarthritis of Knee
Osteoarthritis of Shoulder
Osteopenia
Osteosarcoma of the Spine
Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS)
Pelvic Fracture
Peripheral Nerve Disorders
Plantar Fasciitis
Polyneuropathy
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Rheumatoid Arthritis of Hand
Sacral Fracture
Sacrum Disorders
Schmorl's Nodes
Seropositive Rheumatoid Arthritis
Sever's Disease
Shoulder Disorders
Shoulder Impingement Syndrome
Spinal Cord Tumor
Spinal Osteophyte
Spine Disorders
Spine Fractures, Traumatic
Spondylosis
Sprains and Strains (incl. Muscle Tear)
Sternum Fracture
Stress Fracture of Foot
Tarlov Cyst
Tenosynovitis
Thoracic Radiculopathy
Thoracic Spine Myelopathy
Thoracic Stenosis
Tibial Fracture
TMJ
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Torticollis
Vertebral Column Tumors
Wrist Sprain or Strain
Anterior Disc Decompression and Fusion
Bone Scan
Cervical Spinal Fusion
Dressing and Debridement of Wound or Infection
Dural Repair or Other Spinal Cord Repair
Herniated Disc Surgery
Joint Fluid Test
Lamina Procedures (incl. Laminectomy, Laminoplasty, Laminotomy)
Laminoforaminotomy
Laminoplasty
Lumbar Microdiscectomy
McMurray's Test
Minimally Invasive Decompression for Spinal Stenosis
Myofascial Trigger Point Injection
Neuroplasty
Resection or Ablation of Bone Tumor, Partial or Complete Resection of Bone, Debridement of Bone
Spinal and Postural Screening
Spinal Reconstructive Surgery for Deformities
Spine Fracture Treatment
Steroid Injection
Trigger Point Injection

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Locations

  1. 1 Tidelands Waccamaw Orthopaedics and Spine
    4040 Highway 17 Unit 101, Murrells Inlet, SC 29576
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (843) 652-8160
  2. 2 Tidelands Health Neurosciences
    4040 Highway 17 Unit 301, Murrells Inlet, SC 29576
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (843) 652-8205

Patient Satisfaction

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Ellison
2.9
Based on 42 Reviews
5 Stars (19)
4 Stars (1)
3 Stars (0)
2 Stars (0)
1 Star (22)

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May 03, 2023
Dr. Ellison was great . He was calming, helpful and took the time with us to explain my MRI. He did NOT rush into the surgery option , in fact discussed other options as well. My mother came with me as well and really took a liking to him too. We are not sure what the nasty reviews are about . This man has 35 years experience and is knowledgeable.
— May 03, 2023
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Languages Spoken
Spanish
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Specialties*
Orthopedic Spine Surgery
Orthopedics
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • Wake Forest University
    1987
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Orthopedic Surgery
Board Certifications
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Residency

Residency Hospital
  • University of South Alabama
Residency Hospital

Fellowship

Fellowship Hospital
  • Maryland Institute Of Emergency Medical Services Systems
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Thomas Ellison, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Ellison's profile.

Dr. Ellison frequently treats the following conditions: Piriformis Syndrome, Cervical Stenosis and Spinal Stenosis. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. Thomas Ellison, MD is affiliated with Tidelands Waccamaw Community Hospital and Tidelands Georgetown Memorial Hospital.

Yes, Dr. Thomas Ellison, MD holds board certification in Orthopedic Surgery.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Tidelands Waccamaw Community Hospital

    4070 Highway 17, Murrells Inlet, SC

  • Tidelands Georgetown Memorial Hospital

    606 Black River Rd, Georgetown, SC