Overview
Dr. James Bethea completed his undergraduate work at Davidson College with a Bachelor of Science degree in pre-medical studies in 1973. He subsequently enrolled at the Medical University of South Carolina, from where he received his M.D. in 1977, and where he completed his residency in 1982. Dr. Bethea spent most of his professional career practicing in Columbia, South Carolina, where he served as the president of the South Carolina Orthopaedic Association, the president of the Columbia Medical Society, and chairman of the Department of Orthopaedics at Providence-Palmetto Richland Hospital. He is a member of the Southern Orthopaedic Association, a former member of the board of councilors with the AAOS, and currently specializes in general orthopaedics and non-operative foot and ankle treatment.
Her top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Tenosynovitis, Tendinitis, and Bursitis.
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Locations
1106 Chuck Dawley Blvd., Building A, Mount Pleasant, SC 29464
1106 Chuck Dawley Blvd., Building A, Mount Pleasant, SC 29464
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. James F. Bethea
How do I make an appointment with Dr. James F. Bethea?
You can book an appointment with Dr. James F. Bethea by calling their office at 843-876-0111. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. James F. Bethea a top-rated expert for Osteoarthritis?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. James F. Bethea is classified as an Experienced expert for Osteoarthritis, 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. James F. Bethea specialize in?
While Dr. James F. Bethea is a Orthopedics, they have specific expertise in Osteoarthritis, Tenosynovitis, and Tendinitis. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Orthopedics.
Does Dr. James F. Bethea accept my insurance?
Dr. James F. Bethea accepts most major insurance plans, including Absolute Total Care South Carolina and Aetna. We recommend calling the office directly at 843-876-0111 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- BursitisDr. Bethea isExperienced. Learn about Bursitis.
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- OsteoarthritisDr. Bethea isExperienced. Learn about Osteoarthritis.
- ScoliosisDr. Bethea isExperienced. Learn about Scoliosis.
- Spinal StenosisDr. Bethea isExperienced. Learn about Spinal Stenosis.
- TendinitisDr. Bethea isExperienced. Learn about Tendinitis.