Overview
"Dr. James Gardner is a non-surgical sports medicine physician and Assistant Professor in the department of Orthopaedics and Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation at the Medical University of South Carolina. He specializes in non-surgical treatment of acute and chronic sports injuries, treating medical problems in athletes, and the use of ultrasound for musculoskeletal diagnosis and interventional procedures for joints and tendons. Originally from Salt Lake City, UT, Dr. Gardner completed his undergraduate studies in Human Movement Science at Utah State University and received his medical degree from the University of Utah. He then completed an internship in Internal Medicine and residency in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation at Vanderbilt University in Nashville, TN where he served as chief resident. Dr. Gardner completed his sports medicine fellowship at Emory University in Atlanta, GA where he was team physician for St. Pius High School, Emory University, and Overtime Elite Academy and provided medical coverage for a variety of professional teams including the Atlanta Falcons (NFL), Atlanta Hawks (NBA), Atlanta SkyHawks (NBA G-league), Atlanta Vibe (Pro Volleyball Federation), and US Soccer Extended National Teams.Dr. Gardner is a member of several professional organizations, including the American Academy of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation (AAPM\&R) and the American Medical Society for Sports Medicine (AMSSM). He is passionate about the use of ultrasound in sports medicine and is trained in a variety of ultrasound guided procedures, including joint and bursa injections, tendon procedures such as percutaneous needle fenestration and needle tenotomy, and biologics such as platelet-rich plasma (PRP). Dr. Gardner's mantra is ""aggressive diagnosis and conservative treatment"" and is passionate about working with his patients to build a comprehensive treatment plan that supports their athletic and activity goals. He is accepting new patients and is located in West Ashley.".
His top areas of expertise are Concussion, Thoracic Outlet Syndrome, and Traumatic Brain Injury.
His clinical research consists of co-authoring 20 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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Locations
2060 Sam Rittenberg Boulevard, West Ashley, SC 29407
2060 Sam Rittenberg Boulevard, West Ashley, SC 29407
Clinical Research
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. James Gardner
How do I make an appointment with Dr. James Gardner?
You can book an appointment with Dr. James Gardner by calling their office at 843-792-7637. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. James Gardner a top-rated expert for Concussion?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. James Gardner is classified as an Experienced expert for Concussion, 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 Gardner specialize in?
While Dr. James Gardner is a Orthopedics, they have specific expertise in Concussion, Thoracic Outlet Syndrome, and Traumatic Brain Injury. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Orthopedics.
Does Dr. James Gardner participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. James Gardner has published 20 articles and abstracts on conditions like Concussion. You can view a list of Dr. James Gardner's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. James Gardner accept my insurance?
Dr. James Gardner accepts most major insurance plans, including Absolute Total Care South Carolina and Aetna. We recommend calling the office directly at 843-792-7637 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
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- ConcussionDr. Gardner isExperienced. Learn about Concussion.
- Thoracic Outlet SyndromeDr. Gardner isExperienced. Learn about Thoracic Outlet Syndrome.
- Traumatic Brain InjuryDr. Gardner isExperienced. Learn about Traumatic Brain Injury.