Dr. Phillip Esce, MD | Spartanburg, SC | Neurological Surgery

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Dr. Esce received his medical degree from Univ of Rochester School of Medicine and Dentistry. He completed his internship at Medical University of South Carolina in General Surgery, followed by a residency at Medical University of South Carolina in Neurosurgery. He is board certified in Neurological Surgery.

accepting new patients
4.5

45 Ratings
speaks English
Medical University of South Carolina
26 written reviews
1 specialty
11 areas of expertise
1 board certification
6 hospital affiliations
1 office location
Male

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Had a good bedside manner
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4.5

45 Ratings with 26 written Reviews

Average Wait Time 18 Minutes

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Provided follow-up after the visit: (25) Did WellNeeds Improvement (2)
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I would give Dr Esce 10 stars I had neck surgery October 16 2024 I am doing real good with it he was recommended to me as the best surgeon and he is

November 1st, 2024

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Dr Esce is the best! My vertebrae actually bruised my spinal cord which could have led to paralysis of all extremities! But Dr Esce did surgery on my C4,5,6,7 - my numbness and weakness in my arms have gone away. The mobility in my neck after surgery is wonderful! My pain I was experiencing before surgery is gone completely! Dr Esce was very caring and took time to explain to me the surgery and answer all my questions! I highly recommend him!

August 6th, 2024

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Dr. ESCE listened to my concerns and suggested methods of treatment. He was kind and courteous. He took time with me and his other patients.

September 1st, 2022

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Doctor was very polite, not trying to rush me like some doctors, seemed concerned about my issues and what I was going through for the past 5 months only down fall is I have to wait a whole 2 more months before surgery so I have to continue to be in pain and discomfort even longer. Very knowledgeable about my condition and explained in great detail on what was going on with me.

April 23rd, 2021

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Very detail oriented and cordial. Worked me in on the same day that I called. Office staff is also very kind and professional.

October 8th, 2020

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Very courteous.,I thought that I was to see Dr. Esce, but I saw, Julie, the PA. I have no problem with Julie, but when my appointment was made, I was told that it would be with Dr. Esce who I expected to see. My previous appointment was with Julie, so I was ok with that.

September 13th, 2020

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I had to wait a little longer than my appointment. But after they got me in the room it wasn't to long till I seen the PA. After all it was good.

April 15th, 2020

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I am very satisfied with Dr Esce as my surgeon. He is an amazing surgeon and I would recommend him to anyone. He helped my brother years ago and he is living a normal life again. Thank you Dr. Esce.

June 15th, 2019

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Very polite and listen to your problems.no unnecessary surgery definitely recommend this group

May 15th, 2019

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Dr.Esce is a Wonderful Doctor! He is very professional, caring, and most important to me ...He actually listens to you.He also is very intelligent, but he doesn't talk down to you. He explains things in terms that you can understand, and then gives you what options you have,and what he thinks would be best for your health.I trust him!

January 4th, 2019

Medical Group of the Carolinas - Neurosurgery - Wood St.

303 E Wood StSpartanburg, SC 29303

Tel: (864) 560-4002

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Dr. Phillip Esce, MD	Dr. Darwin William Keller	Dr. Fanning Miles Little, MD	Dr. Hugh Adams Clarke, MD
Neurological Surgery	Neurological Surgery	Neurological Surgery	Neurological Surgery
Accepts New Patients
4.5 (45 Ratings)	4.8 (4 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)
	61 Years of Experience	52 Years of Experience	70 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English	Speaks English
Spartanburg , SC	Spartanburg , SC	Bedford , NY	Greenville , SC
Med School: University of Rochester School of Medicine and Dentistry	Med School: University of South Carolina	Med School: University of South Carolina	Med School: University of Tennessee
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Neurological Surgery

Aneurysm
Brain Surgery
Brain Tumor
Cancer
Craniotomy
Glioblastoma
Laminectomy
Neurosurgical Procedures
Spinal Fractures
Spinal Stenosis
Stroke

BOARD CERTIFICATIONS

American Board of Neurological Surgery

Neurological Surgery

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, South Carolina, 2027, Active

Medical Doctor, North Carolina, 2025, Expired

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Medical University of South Carolina

University of Rochester School of Medicine and Dentistry

Medical School

University of Rochester School of Medicine and Dentistry

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