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Dr. Thomas Distefano, MD

Dr. Thomas Distefano, MD

Orthopedic Surgery*

Dr. Thomas Distefano, MD is an orthopedic surgeon in Cheraw, SC. Dr. Distefano has extensive experience in Knee & Lower Limb Surgery and Shoulder & Upper Arm Surgery. He is affiliated with medical facilities McLeod Health Cheraw and McLeod Regional Medical Center. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

3.6 Star Rating
Based on 25 reviews 3.6 Star Rating (25 reviews)

Practice

710 Chesterfield Hwy Cheraw, SC 29520
Telehealth available

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Dr. Distefano's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Distefano

3.6
25 ratings, 5 with a written review
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My visits with Dr. Distefano was a delicate. His bedside manner was awesome. He explained what was going on, what he was going to try and what the outcome should be. His honesty was well welcome. A doctor that will tell that they don't know it all but he will try this or that is a doctor I want touching me. I went in there scared to death of needles but by my 3rd injection I was ok. He talked me thru the whole procedure and it was over before he stopped talking. And just like that he said ALL DONE
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
  • Long wait times
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Antonia Hopkins – Jun 12, 2021
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Our family has been cared for by Dr. Tom for years and we love him. We will follow him wherever he is. He has done many surgeries for our family and we've never had any issues, only excellent results. I definitely recommend Dr. DeStefano 100% over anyone else in that field of treatment.
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
1 other person found this helpful
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Shelly Trauernicht in St Joseph , MO – Jun 19, 2017
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Went to his office did all sorts of test, kept sayin i was sprained. Finally i paid almost $500 to mri my leg an found out i needed surgery. ....unfortunately the surgery didn't go well. Went in at 11:00 am for a 1:00pm appointment had surgery at 7:30 pm. I think you can understand where im goin with this. Be safe and have a great day.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • 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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St Joseph, MO – Jun 12, 2017
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Dr. Distefano is fantastic surgeon PLUS has great bedside manners, something that's hard to find. He repaired my shoulder injury so well that PT said it was amazing how much range of motion I had after 4 weeks, & that's sign of an excellent surgery! He spends time with his patients & explains things as he goes. Worker's Comp. Man, Mark, is helpful & always available. Hospital where he does surgeries is the best you will find. His staff is helpful & friendly. I can't say enough good, A+ Surgeo
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
3 others found this helpful
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Roger Hathaway in Hiawatha, Kansas – Apr 01, 2017
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Dr DiStefano did and his staff did an amazing job getting my son back healthy after an injury from playing sports. Thank you!!
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
8 others found this helpful
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Maryville, MO – Jul 22, 2016
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I pride myself on quick and accurate diagnosis and treatment.  Non-operative treatment is emphasized with surgical treatment recommended only when absolutely needed.  Current technology and up to date surgical and non-surgical treatments are emphasized.

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Locations

Practice

McLeod Primary Care Cheraw710 Chesterfield Hwy Cheraw, SC 29520
1
(843) 537-0010

Practice

Phelps Health1000 W 10th St Rolla, MO 65401
2
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  • Hours
    • Mon: 12:00am - 11:45am
    • Tue: 12:00am - 11:45am
    • Wed: 12:00am - 11:45am
    • Thu: 12:00am - 11:45am
    • Fri: 12:00am - 11:45am
    • Sat: 12:00am - 11:45am
    • Sun: 12:00am - 11:45am
  • Directions
(573) 458-8899

Practice

McLeod Health Cheraw711 Chesterfield Hwy Cheraw, SC 29520
3
(843) 320-5530
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