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Dr. David Fulton, MD

Dr. David Fulton, MD

Orthopedic Hand Surgery*
30+ years of experience

Dr. David Fulton, MD is an orthopedic hand surgeon in Lexington, SC and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Cincinnati College of Medicine in 1993. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as MUSC Health Kershaw Medical Center and Prisma Health Tuomey Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

3.5 Star Rating
Based on 32 reviews 3.5 Star Rating (32 reviews)

Practice

104 Saluda Pointe Dr Lexington, SC 29072

Make an Appointment

(803) 296-9250

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Fulton is affiliated with Prisma Health Baptist Parkridge Hospital Columbia, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Fulton specializes in the areas of Hand Surgery & Orthopedic Surgery. • See board certifications
  • Friendly Staff
    Patients said the staff was friendly. • See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ • See hospitals
  • Good Communication
    Patients said there was good doctor communication at the hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Fulton's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Fulton

3.5
32 ratings, 10 with a written review
5 star
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4 star
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3 star
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2 star
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1 star
38%
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Excellent care/Excellent results
Very easy to communicate with. Listened to my concerns. Very thorough in his explanations.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Aug 09, 2023
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Excellent. Dr. Fulton rebuilt bone and repaired nerve damage to my sons hand after a gun accident. It is miraculous and the gifting of surgery that Dr. Fulton has that restored his hand today to full use. He was kind, compassionate, and brilliant. Can't say enough.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
1 other person found this helpful
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B Wright – Jan 29, 2021
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I had a very positive visit- dr Fulton spent the time needed to explain to me what needed to do to my shoulder. He was very respectful and very knowledgeable and willing to answer m questions
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Sue Howard – Dec 08, 2020
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Tendon release. Dr careless.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
1 other person found this helpful
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tammy – May 14, 2020
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reverse shoulder replacement
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Beverly Alexander – Dec 24, 2019
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Dr. Fulton did a great job of repairing a tricky broken joint on one of my fingers. Was very personable with me during the consultation, explained the different options, got me in quickly. Surgery was fast and efficient, and since I just had a local block (my choice), was able to talk with him during the surgery. If you need a hand or upper extremity repair I would definitely recommend!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Scott B. – Jul 19, 2018
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Took my daughter to see him b/c she was referred for arm pain. He was rude and arrogant, yet he could not answer any of my questions. He did not have any bedside manners. Just dismissed her pain and other symptoms she was having. He stated he had nothing to offer. Highly disappointed.
What went well
  • Office environment
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
3 others found this helpful
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Sumter, SC – Feb 15, 2018
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Dr. Fulton was highly recommended when my daughter broke bones in her elbow. He was honest, professional and yet very down to earth. She was able to return to tumbling within 6 months after her surgery. Almost two years later and she's perfectly fine.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Tracey in Chapin, SC – Nov 08, 2017
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Dr. Fulton is the man! I went to see him after having wrist pain for a few months. He identified a wrist tumor for me and performed a surgery to remove it successfully. My life is totally different being able to use my wrist at 100% now. The recovery was quick and the scar healed up really nicely. I liked that he was such a down to earth guy, who is easy to talk to and didn't mind answering my many annoying questions about the whole process. Highly recommended!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
5 others found this helpful
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Ben Landers in Irmo, SC – May 23, 2017
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DR Fulton is hands down the best hand and shoulder Doc on the east cast he has done two different hand surgery for me and a hand and full shoulder replacement on my 68 year old mom and had minimal pain and supper quick recovery time thank you DR Fulton
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
18 others found this helpful
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jared the bartender in Elgin, SC – Feb 09, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. David Fulton, MD is an orthopedic hand surgeon in Lexington, SC and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Cincinnati College of Medicine in 1993. He is affiliated with medical facilities such...read more

  • Orthopedic Hand Surgery

  • Orthopedic Surgery

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  • University Of Cincinnati College Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1993
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery®
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Hand Surgery
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Orthopedic Surgery
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Locations

Practice

Prisma Health104 Saluda Pointe Dr Lexington, SC 29072
1

Practice

Palmetto Health Orthopedics14 Richland Medical Park Dr Ste 200 Columbia, SC 29203
2

Affiliated Hospitals

  • Prisma Health Baptist Parkridge Hospital

    400 Palmetto Health Pkwy
    Columbia, SC 29212
    Recipient of 2
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    84%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% lower than the national average

    80%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    2% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • MUSC Medical Center

    169 Ashley Ave
    Charleston, SC 29425
    Recipient of 20
    hospital awards

    America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ (2024, 2023)

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2024, 2023)

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    84%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home
    78%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    2% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • MUSC Health Florence Medical Center

    805 Pamplico Hwy
    Florence, SC 29505
    Recipient of 1
    hospital award

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2023)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    84%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home
    76%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well
    View all patient feedback
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