Summary

Dr. Ralph Salzer is an orthopedic surgeon who specializes in sports medicine, bringing 45 years of comprehensive experience to his practice. He earned his medical degree from Tulane University School of Medicine and completed his residency at LSU Health Sciences. With nearly five decades in orthopedic care, Dr. Salzer has developed extensive expertise in treating musculoskeletal conditions and sports-related injuries. He provides care in English to patients throughout the region.

Dr. Salzer practices at multiple locations across South Carolina, including Beaufort Memorial Hospital and Hilton Head Hospital, with offices in Beaufort, Hilton Head Island, Bluffton, and Okatie. He specializes in treating joint pain, osteoarthritis, and wrist pain conditions. His treatment approach includes physical therapy, strength training, and manual therapy techniques. Patients consistently rate Dr. Salzer highly for his care, giving him an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.8
  • 45 years of experience
  • 57 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Lsu Health Sciences
  • 2 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 4 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 6 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Ralph Francis Salzer has 6 locations

Beaufort Orthopaedic Sports And Spine

1076 Ribaut Rd Ste 101Beaufort, SC 29902
Mon8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 4:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Hilton Head Hospital

25 Hospital Center BlvdHilton Head Island, SC 29926

Beaufort Memorial Hospital

955 Ribaut RdBeaufort, SC 29902

Boss Orthopaedics

39 HOSPITAL CENTER CMNS FL 2HILTON HEAD ISLAND, SC 29926

Beaufort Orthopaedic Sports And Spine

4812 Bluffton PkwyBluffton, SC 29910
Mon8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 4:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Bluffton Okatie Surgery Center

40 Okatie Center Blvd S Ste 125Okatie, SC 29909
Mon7:00 am - 4:30 pm
Tue7:00 am - 4:30 pm
Wed7:00 am - 4:30 pm
Thu7:00 am - 4:30 pm
Fri7:00 am - 4:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Orthopedic SurgeryOrthopedic SurgeryFamily MedicineSports Medicine
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45 Years of Experience 22 Years of Experience 21 Years of Experience 25 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English
Beaufort , SCBluffton , SCBeaufort , SCBluffton , SC
Med School: Tulane University School Of Medicine Med School: Eastern Virginia Medical School Med School: Uniformed Services Univ Of The Health Sciences F E Hebert Schl Of Medicine Med School: University Of Missouri Columbia School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Ralph Francis Salzer

  • Accepts Medicaid
  • AARP
  • AARP - Medicare
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Affinity Health Plan
  • AmeriHealth
  • Blue Choice Health Plan
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - Medicare
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of South Carolina
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of South Carolina - Medicare
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of South Carolina - PPO
  • CareSource
  • CHAMPVA
  • CHAMPVA - HMO
  • Cigna
  • Cigna - PPO
  • Clover Health
  • Consolidated Health Plans
  • EmblemHealth
  • Golden Rule
  • Harvard Pilgrim Health Care
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Humana - Medicare
  • Integra
  • Liberty HealthShare
  • MagnaCare
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Meritain Health - PPO
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - HMO
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Mutual of Omaha
  • Palmetto GBA
  • Palmetto GBA - Medicare
  • Physicians Mutual
  • PreferredOne
  • Select Health of South Carolina
  • Select Health of South Carolina - Medicaid (Managed)
  • SelectHealth
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC
  • Tricare
  • United Behavioral Health
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • UnitedHealthcare - PPO
  • UnitedHealthOne
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Ralph Francis Salzer has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Ralph Francis Salzer has the following 4 areas of expertise

  • Hip Osteoarthritis
  • Knee Osteoarthritis
  • Osteoarthritis (Hand and Wrist)
  • Sports Medicine

Certifications, License, & Education

45 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, South Carolina, 2027, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Lsu Health Sciences

Medical School

Tulane University School Of MedicineGraduated in 1981

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Dr. Ralph Salzer's office is located at 1076 Ribaut Rd Ste 101, Beaufort, SC, 29902.
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What languages does Dr. Ralph Salzer speak?
Dr. Ralph Salzer speaks English.

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