Overview
Dr. Evert Eriksson is a general surgeon who specializes in injuries to the chest wall as well as complex hernia repair. He strives to provide the best operative and non-operative treatment plan for these difficult problems. Each patient's problem is unique and requires a unique treatment plan to obtain the best outcome and recovery. He offers both virtual telehealth clinic visits as well as in-person clinic visit options.Over ten years ago, Dr. Eriksson began improving the operative and non-operative management of rib and sternal fractures at MUSC. A non-operative treatment plan was developed to minimize narcotic use and decrease patients time in the hospital. Through research at MUSC and in conjunction with the Chest Wall Injury Society, he has decreased patients pain and improved their recovery. Currently we offer patients with rib fractures modern day management of rib and sternal fractures including: surgical stabilization, medical management, ultrasound therapy, physical therapy, occupational therapy, and pain management. He also manages patients with nonunion / malunion fractures and fractures that did not heal completely. Additionally, he has treated several patients with slipped rib syndrome and rib tip syndrome.His hernia practice consists of thoracic and abdominal wall hernias. Dr. Eriksson offers both open and laparoscopic repair of ventral and flank (side) hernias. He has performed several complex ventral hernia repairs with the addition of botox therapy to relax the muscles. He also specializes in traumatic hernias from injury. He also manages costal margin injuries that are a special type of hernia that involves the abdomen and chest.If you would like an appointment with Dr. Eriksson please call 843-792-3780 or self-schedule using the above links.
Dr. Eriksson is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Delirium, Sternal Cleft, Chronic Subdural Hematoma, Gastrostomy, and Hernia Surgery.
His clinical research consists of co-authoring 77 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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Locations
5500 Front St Suite 320, Summerville, SC 29483
5500 Front St, Suite 320, Summerville, SC 29483
Additional Areas of Focus
Dr. Eriksson has provided the following conditions as areas of focus. Please note that we may not have enough data to validate their experience in some of these conditions.
Clinical Research
Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Evert A. Eriksson
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Evert A. Eriksson?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Evert A. Eriksson by calling their office at 843-985-0999. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Evert A. Eriksson a top-rated expert for Delirium?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Evert A. Eriksson is classified as an Advanced expert for Delirium, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.
What conditions does Dr. Evert A. Eriksson specialize in?
While Dr. Evert A. Eriksson is a General Surgery, they have specific expertise in Delirium, Sternal Cleft, and Chronic Subdural Hematoma. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within General Surgery.
Does Dr. Evert A. Eriksson participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Evert A. Eriksson has published 77 articles and abstracts on conditions like Delirium. You can view a list of Dr. Evert A. Eriksson's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Evert A. Eriksson accept my insurance?
Dr. Evert A. Eriksson accepts most major insurance plans, including Absolute Total Care South Carolina and Blue Cross Blue Shield. We recommend calling the office directly at 843-985-0999 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Advanced
- Chronic Subdural HematomaDr. Eriksson isAdvanced. Learn about Chronic Subdural Hematoma.
- DeliriumDr. Eriksson isAdvanced. Learn about Delirium.
- Sternal CleftDr. Eriksson isAdvanced. Learn about Sternal Cleft.
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- Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS)Dr. Eriksson isExperienced. Learn about Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS).
- AppendectomyDr. Eriksson isExperienced. Learn about Appendectomy.
- CellulitisDr. Eriksson isExperienced. Learn about Cellulitis.
- CholecystitisDr. Eriksson isExperienced. Learn about Cholecystitis.
- CholedocholithiasisDr. Eriksson isExperienced. Learn about Choledocholithiasis.
- ConcussionDr. Eriksson isExperienced. Learn about Concussion.