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Dr. Earl McFadden, MD

Dr. Earl McFadden, MD

Orthopedic Surgery*

Dr. Earl McFadden, MD is an orthopedic surgeon in Columbia, SC. Dr. McFadden has extensive experience in Shoulder & Upper Arm Surgery. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Prisma Health Baptist and Prisma Health Tuomey Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

3.2 Star Rating
Based on 26 reviews 3.2 Star Rating (26 reviews)

Practice

14 Richland Medical Park Dr Ste 200 Columbia, SC 29203

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Hospital Highlight

Dr. McFadden is affiliated with Lexington Medical Center West Columbia, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. McFadden specializes in the area of Orthopedic Surgery. See board certifications
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Joint Replacement Award™ See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. See hospitals
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Dr. McFadden's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. McFadden

3.2
26 ratings, 8 with a written review
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Dr Mccfadden not sure I am a candidate for reverse shoulder surgery. Said he wanted to do regular surgery? Have been seen for 3 yrs and shoulder is getting worse. Might be time for second opinion. Steriod shots have helped me cope the past 3 yrs. Know too many shots can dissolve bone.
What went well
  • Office environment
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Long wait times
1 other person found this helpful
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MS Kathy – May 13, 2022
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Cussed at me and told me I'm "being a patient" when I listed my symptoms. He wanted to do genetic testing for EDS because it can cause lots of problems, but when I listed all the problems I had he said I was the problem. Apparently I just need to diet and exercise. I tried to explain to him why I needed a wheelchair and he yelled at me. He also said that I'd never get married if I walked with a cane. The only thing he actually seemed concerned about was me passing EDS onto my future children (I'm 22). I left crying. His notes in MyChart will now affect future care from other doctors in the same hospital system so I feel trapped. Do not go to him!
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
6 others found this helpful
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anonymous – Nov 15, 2021
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Worst visit I ever had. Dr McFadden was disrespectful- telling me I am dirty- kept asking me how much alcohol do I drink- told me he doesn’t have time to teach me orthopedics. I asked him about my shoulder and I never was treated so disrespectful and nasty from any doctor before and I am a nurse 45 yrs and worked with the most prominent surgeons there are! He had no bedside manor and I lost all trust if any in him. I won’t recommend him to my friends or family he doesn’t even deserve 1 star but you have to put a star or else you can’t write here
What went well
No results
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
4 others found this helpful
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Sue Howard – Dec 08, 2020
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Thoughtful, intelligent and answers 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
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
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Irmo, SC – Feb 02, 2019
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At the request of my mother, I went to her Dr. appointment with her. She has mentioned that this dr. Forces her arm in position it cannot go after having shoulder surgery. I physically watched him do that today. He forced my 65+ year old mother arm behind her back. This dr. Needs to be stripped of his license to practice medicine because he doesn’t care about his patient......well at least not this patient. I mean it. I will do everything to make sure the hospital knows.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
5 others found this helpful
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Kimberly Mays in Columbia, SC – Aug 28, 2018
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Dr McFadden did an excellent job on my 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
3 others found this helpful
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Patty D in Chester, SC – Oct 18, 2016
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Dr.McFadden is a totally awesome Dr. Super caring n nails the problem quick sooo intelligent. God has Bless him n us with him as my Doctor. I have been his patient since the 80's. He has performed at least 4 surgeries n fixing to do a fifth in the next couple of week. Highly recommend him n he tells it like it is! That's what I like to hear ..don't sugar coat it. ... cause I want to get back to work!!!!! God Bless Dr. McFadden n your Team Staff etc.
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
5 others found this helpful
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Oreita H.Addy in Saluda S C. – May 19, 2016
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He is a very personable guy. Dr McFadden was very professional and thorough with my shoulder procedure and I am pleased with the results.
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
8 others found this helpful
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Aaron in Columbia, South Carolina – Feb 02, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. Earl McFadden, MD is an orthopedic surgeon in Columbia, SC. Dr. McFadden has extensive experience in Shoulder & Upper Arm Surgery. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Prisma Health Baptist and Prisma Health Tuomey Hospital. He is accepting new patients.
  • Orthopedic Surgery

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • University Of Louisville

    Fellowship Hospital, 1988
  • Union Memorial Hospital

    Residency Hospital, 1987
  • Johns Hopkins School Med

    Fellowship Hospital, 1987
  • Greenville Memorial Hospital

    Internship Hospital, 1983
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery®
Orthopedic Surgery
For detailed information about any of the below board actions, please search for the provider's records on the linked state licensing board or the Federation of State Medical Boards. To learn more about the difference between these sources, please refer to our FAQs.
Healthgrades has not received any data indicating a board action exists for this provider.

Locations

Practice

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

Prisma Health104 Saluda Pointe Dr Lexington, SC 29072
2

Affiliated Hospitals

  • Lexington Medical Center

    2720 Sunset Blvd
    West Columbia, SC 29169
    Recipient of 2
    hospital awards

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2023, 2022)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

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

    86%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% higher than the national average

    82%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    7% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • 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

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    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 Health Columbia Medical Center Downtown

    2435 Forest Dr
    Columbia, SC 29204
    Recipient of 2
    hospital awards

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

    84%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home
    79%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    3% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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