Dr. Michael K. Drakeford, MD | Sumter, SC | Orthopedic Surgery

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Dr. Michael Drakeford specializes in orthopedic surgery and physical medicine & rehabilitation, bringing over four decades of medical expertise to his practice. He earned his medical degree from the Medical University of South Carolina College of Medicine and completed his residency at Spartanburg Regional Healthcare System. With 44 years of experience treating patients, Dr. Drakeford is fluent in both Spanish and English.

Dr. Drakeford practices at Prisma Health Tuomey Hospital in Sumter, South Carolina. He treats patients with chronic kidney disease and various forms of kidney disease. His procedural expertise includes dialysis management and working with medical devices like insulin pens and autoinjectors. Patients have given him an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 on Vitals.

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3.5

13 Ratings
44 years of experience
6 insurance plans accepted
speaks Spanish, English
Spartanburg Regional Healthcare System
5 written reviews
3 specialties
4 areas of expertise
1 hospital affiliation
1 office location
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he is so knowledgeable and smart. He is shy and stays on point and I left there feeling "good to go". His staff is loyal and it was a grat day- when I came to him.

October 15th, 2019

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Ive seen him 5 times (once with an operation) my wait time has NEVER been less then 2 or so hours. I have an apointment at 9, he noramlly see's around 1130 then. HE HAS NO TIME MANAGMENT! What so ever. My operation was scheduled for 8 am. At 4 pm that day (so 8 hours later) when I told him I was leaving, magically it was now time to start. He did a good job on my knee, and every doctor I mention his name to says he is the best plus my knee now moves! HE HAS NO TIME MANAGMENT!

August 16th, 2012

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AWESOME DOC. THANKS FOR EVERYTHING YOU HAVE DONE TO MAKE THIS CITY A BETTER PLACE TO LIVE.

August 16th, 2009

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Had adverse outcome from surgery and he never addressed the issue with me or showed any concern or consideration for the situation. Did not even speak with me during hospitalization to explain the problem and possible interventions.

September 18th, 2008

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Dr. Drakeford is courageous, one of a kind doctor. He is knowledgeable, effecient, to the point, and doesn't take no for an answer. He goes all out of his way to make sure the right thing is done unlike some of the staff at Tuomey who happen to have chairs on the boards. Dr. Drakeford deserves to be the C.E.O. of Tuomey Medical Center.

September 12th, 2008

Prisma Health Tuomey Hospital

129 N Washington StSumter, SC 29150

Tel: (803) 774-9000


Dr. Michael Keith Drakeford, MD	Dr. Gamal A Elsaidi, DO	Dr. Elise Pinero Salerno, MD	Alexander Orlando Richard Urzua
Orthopedic Surgery	Emergency Medicine	Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation	Addiction Medicine
			Accepts New Patients
3.5 (13 Ratings)	5 (1 Rating)	5 (1 Rating)	0 (0 Ratings)
44 Years of Experience	35 Years of Experience	17 Years of Experience	67 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks Spanish, English
Sumter , SC	Manning , SC	Sumter , SC	PEMBROKE PINES , FL
Med School: Medical University Of South Carolina College Of Medicine	Med School: Michigan State University College Of Osteopathic Medicine	Med School: University Of Alabama School Of Medicine	Med School: University Central Del Caribe School Of Medicine
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Medical Doctor, South Carolina, 2027, Active

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Spartanburg Regional Healthcare System

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Medical University Of South Carolina College Of MedicineGraduated in 1982

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Which hospitals is Dr. Michael Drakeford affiliated with?: Dr. Michael Drakeford is affiliated with Prisma Health Tuomey Hospital.
Does Dr. Michael Drakeford accept virtual/telehealth appointments?: Dr. Michael Drakeford has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Does Dr. Michael Drakeford accept my insurance?: You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Michael Drakeford accepts on their Vitals profile.
Where is Dr. Michael Drakeford's office located?: Dr. Michael Drakeford's office is located at 129 N Washington St, Sumter, SC, 29150.
What languages does Dr. Michael Drakeford speak?: Dr. Michael Drakeford speaks Spanish and English.

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