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Dr. Roland Craft III, MD

Dr. Roland Craft III, MD

General Surgery*
20+ years of experience

Dr. Roland Craft III, MD is a general surgeon in West Columbia, SC and has over 20 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Medical University of South Carolina in 2001. He is affiliated with Lexington Medical Center. He is accepting new patients.

4 Star Rating
Based on 24 reviews 4 Star Rating (24 reviews)

Lexington Surgery

146 E Hospital Dr Ste 400 West Columbia, SC 29169

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(803) 936-3300

Hospital Highlight

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

At a Glance

  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
  • Friendly Staff
    Patients said the staff was friendly. • See reviews
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Dr. Craft III's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Craft III

4.0
24 ratings, 8 with a written review
5 star
67%
67%
4 star
4%
4%
3 star
8%
8%
2 star
0%
0%
1 star
21%
21%

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Seriously, thank you.
I love Dr. Craft and cannot thank him enough for not only listening to my mother’s concerns but believing her when it felt like no one else did. Dr. Craft was very thorough explaining everything to my father and I every step of the way, as well as comforting not only my mother but us as well. We knew from the first time talking to him that we all were in great hands. Thank you, thank you, thank you, Dr. Craft.
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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Ashton Kirkland Cornelius – Oct 10, 2024
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Never again
For 3 years he was my surgeon and he did do a successful colon resection and lumpectomy. What he did not do was close any of my wounds with any care (r scar revisions to repair what he did). He did not explain anything nor seem to care that he butchered my body. I did not know how bad he was until I saw a good surgeon (who had to redo his hernia and mesh and fix my painful scar) just to be able to move normally.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
1 other person found this helpful
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April Buff – Feb 16, 2024
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Surgeon
He is a good surgeon; very serious and knows what he is doing. I trust him and his team.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Sandra Williams – Oct 25, 2022
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Dr. Craft was very compassionate and caring to my situation. He consulted with me on a procedure and I found him to be very honest and sincere in his opinion. I would highly recommend him.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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Feb 06, 2020
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Dr. Craft removed my Gallbladder in April of 2019. I could have not asked for a better more caring surgeon. He kept me informed as to exactly what he was going to do He answered all my question. I would highly recommend him to anyone needing this type of surgery.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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May 01, 2019
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Dr. Craft stepped in to a medical mess with my case. But he advocated for me, spent a good amount of time discussing my operation, recovery, and even general health advice. He did a hard, tricky operation on me, I healed great, and I’m glad he was my surgeon. The hospital itself (Prov Downtown) was a nightmare, as were most nursing staff. But Dr. Craft had my full confidence, and will have it for any surgical needs we have.
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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Marianne in Columbia, SC – Dec 04, 2017
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Dr. Craft is professional and compassionate. His confidence and bedside manner immediately put me at ease and instilled trust. I am new to the Columbia area and had an urgent need for surgical consult. I am grateful to have been referred to Lexington Surgical Associates and delighted that I was assigned to Dr. Craft. Every staff member is just as professional, competent, and compassionate.
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
7 others found this helpful
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Tracy Antonovich in Prosperity, SC – Jul 06, 2017
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Dr, Craft is at his best pre-surgery and while in the hospital. He is obviously very well respected at Providence Hospital. Post-surgery for me was a challenge,didn't received the best most comprehensive advice/information concerning life after an open surgery colectomy.Common with most surgeons I've had contact with. They focus on the problem and fixing it.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
9 others found this helpful
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Blythewood, SC – May 28, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. Roland Craft III, MD is a general surgeon in West Columbia, SC and has over 20 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Medical University of South Carolina in 2001. He is affiliated with Lexington Medical Center. He is accepting new patients.

  • General Surgery

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  • University Of South Carolina

    Fellowship Hospital, 2005

  • Medical University Of South Carolina

    Medical School, 2001

  • College Of Charleston

    Undergraduate School, 1997
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Locations

Lexington Surgery

Lexington Surgery146 E Hospital Dr Ste 400 West Columbia, SC 29169
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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

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