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Dr. George Pappas, MD

Dr. George Pappas, MD

Orthopedic Surgery*
20+ years of experience

Dr. George Pappas, MD is an orthopedic surgeon in North Charleston, SC and has over 20 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Stanford University School of Medicine in 2004. He is affiliated with medical facilities Trident Health System-Summerville Medical Center and Trident Medical Center. He is accepting new patients.

4.3 Star Rating
Based on 26 reviews 4.3 Star Rating (26 reviews)
Accepting New Patients
9100 Medcom St
North Charleston, SC 29406

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Pappas is affiliated with Trident Medical Center Charleston, a highly rated and top awarded hospital for orthopedic surgery.

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  • Explains Conditions Well • Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital • America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Orthopedic Surgery Award™ See hospitals
  • Trustworthy • Patients said this doctor is trustworthy. See reviews

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Dr. Pappas' Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Pappas

4.3
26 ratings, 15 with a written review
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Very professional, personable and knowledgeable .
I didn’t have to wait all day in the waiting. Dr Pappas explained everything to me and addressed all my issues. He took his time and listened to me and I didn’t feel rushed .he took his time an explained everything to me I’m glad my pcp referred me to him.
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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TAMMIA Royster – Nov 12, 2024
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Visit for hip pain
Great overview and explanation on what was going on with my hip and the path forward to recovery. Would also like to add what an excellent job Eric Caloud did on his assessment and spending time going over options.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Nov 01, 2024
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Hip Doc
Dr Pappas and his team were extremely friendly. I like the attention he gave in regard to my injury and the plan for my treatment. I would definitely recommend him to others.
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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Oct 12, 2024
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Personable, 1 on 1 Care.
Doctor Pappas is a bit of a unicorn in the orthopedic world in Charleston. He is extremely personable, caring, and very much vested in each of his patients. He repaired my shoulder in February and has just completed surgery on my hip and I could not be more pleased. He is conservative in his recovery with his patients, allowing them to be absolutely certain to have a lasting outcome. I highly recommend Doctor Pappas to anyone who needs anything in the hip, knee, or shoulder realm.
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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Oct 04, 2024
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Top Notch
Extremely thorough and professional mixed with great bedside manner. Was able to explain complex procedure and progress in layman terms which I could understand without me feeling like a dummy!
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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Paul R. – Aug 30, 2024
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Exceeded expectations Thanks Dr and staff
Honest explanation with options discussed. Dr Pappas was thoughtful and information was understandable.
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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Francis – Oct 28, 2023
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Dr. Pappas is awesome! I’ve had shoulder and hip surgery and am currently being seen for opposite hip issues. He always explains things thoroughly and is a pleasure to talk to.!
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
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Laurie Jackson – Sep 15, 2023
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Awful Staff
Can’t see the doctor due to he wants a surgery report on my shoulder. I have never had surgery on my left shoulder. Spent 10 minutes asking the appointment lady how do I get surgery info if I haven’t had surgery? She stated she can’t schedule me with out the notes… so I said ok i will go to another doctor and get an a report but she said they need the original… I am so lost with this office.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • 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
  • Long wait times
1 other person found this helpful
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Nica – Jul 06, 2023
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Dr. Pappas is awesome. I had my hip surgery 6 months ago and have been able to return to running pain free. I truly have my life back. His PA Erica and the other office staff are also great. I work in the health professions and I cannot recommend him enough!!
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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Caitlin Batten – Nov 01, 2019
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Dr. Pappas has been one of the BEST orthopedic surgeons I have ever been to. He was able to quickly and clearly identify my hip issue that other providers were unable to accomplish. He has been clear, thorough, understanding and very detailed in his approach to my care. I would highly recommend Dr. Pappas!
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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Lisa G. in SC – Apr 10, 2019
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Dr. Pappas was recommended to us by another doctor. We were extremely impressed after reading his bio. We have been even more impressed in his care. Our 16 year old daughter, who is the youngest of our four children , is a patient of his. Dr. Pappas is a brilliant exceptional surgeon with a fantastic bedside manner. He always takes the time to examine her condition and then to explain everything in great detail. We trust him with our daughters care and highly recommend him
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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Alan Evans in MT. Pleasant , SC – Nov 13, 2018
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Excellent
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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Jess in MT. Pleasant, SC – Oct 25, 2018
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Dr. Pappas was wonderful with my daughter. He worked her in to his busy schedule and even stayed late on a Friday afternoon to see her. He explained everything to both of us and was so thorough. The staff was so nice and accommodating. He came up with a great plan!
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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Kim Durst in Charleston , SC – Aug 25, 2018
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Dr. Pappas did two hip scope surgeries on me and I could not be any happier. He is an amazing Dr. and I would travel to see him and get his opinion before going anywhere else.
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
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JohnboySC in LAKEWOOD RCH, FL – Aug 03, 2018
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I can't really rate him. The girl up front didn't put my card in properly which I checked with my bank and money was in my account. Took me a little over an hour to get there and because of her I had to reschedule. Not happy so I cancelled. She wouldn't even try to do it again. Not going back. As much as I am in pain, I will wait to move to Tenn. Done with SC.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
What could be improved
  • Staff wasn't friendly
1 other person found this helpful
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Holly in MONCKS CORNER – Jul 03, 2018
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biography

Trident Health System is pleased to announce the addition of Dr. George Pappas to the medical staff. Dr. Pappas has joined South Carolina Sports Medicine in North Charleston. He received his undergraduate degree from M.I.T and his medical degree...read more

  • Orthopedic Surgery

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  • Santa Clara Valley Medical Center (trauma) - Palo Alto Ca

    Fellowship Hospital

  • Stanford University School Of Medicine (sports Medicine) - Palo Alto Ca

    Fellowship Hospital

  • Harvard University - Boston Ma

    Residency Hospital

  • Harvard University (gen. Surgery) - Boston Ma

    Internship Hospital

  • Stanford University School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 2004
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Trident Health System-Summerville Medical Center

    295 Midland Pkwy
    Summerville, SC 29485
    Recipient of 18
    hospital awards

    America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Orthopedic Surgery Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

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

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2023)

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

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  • Trident Medical Center

    9330 Medical Plaza Dr
    Charleston, SC 29406
    Recipient of 28
    hospital awards

    America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Orthopedic Surgery Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Superior clinical outcomes in back and neck surgery, spinal fusion, hip fracture treatment, hip replacement, and total knee replacement

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Superior clinical outcomes in back and neck surgery, spinal fusion, hip fracture treatment, hip replacement, and total knee replacement

    View all awards

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

    83%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% lower than the national average

    75%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    1% lower than the national average

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