An Orthopedic Team Backed by Strength and Diversity
With McLeod Orthopaedics, you get the combined experience and expertise of six highly skilled, fellowship-trained orthopedic physicians. From pediatrics, general orthopedics and joint reconstruction, to orthopedic traumatology and sports medicine, they provide an extensive range of services and employ the latest advancements in orthopedic care to keep you healthy and active at every stage of life. With a multidisciplinary approach and collaboration by outstanding specialists, McLeod Orthopaedics, formerly McLeod Orthopaedic Associates, ensures that you receive the best possible care.

For a referral or to make an appointment, please contact (843) 777-7900. McLeod Orthopaedics is located in the McLeod Medical Plaza at 800 East Cheves Street, Suite 480.

Dr. Hamilton Joins McLeod Team
McLeod Orthopaedics welcomes new physician, Dr. Frederick J. Hamilton, of Seacoast Orthopaedic and Sports Medicine. Dr. Hamilton joins the McLeod team to support physicians and patients of Loris and Horry County.

Dr. Hamilton received his degree in osteopathic medicine from the University of Health Sciences College of Osteopathic Medicine in Kansas City, Missouri. He completed a General Surgery residency and Orthopaedic Surgery residency at Flint Osteopathic Hospital in Flint, Michigan. He has been caring for the orthopaedic and sports medicine needs of children and adults for nearly 33 years. He has been affiliated with Loris Healthcare System since 1994.

Dr. Hamilton and his staff will continue to treat patient's at his Little River office, Seacoast Orthopaedic and Sports Medicine located at 4000 Highway 9E, Suite 285, Little River, South Carolina.

ALAN, RODNEY K., MD Orthopaedics McLeod Orthopaedics 800 East Cheves Street Suite 480 Florence 29506 Phone: 843-777-7900 Fax: 843-777-7340
Board Certification: Orthopaedics Medical School: 2000 - Duke University School of Medicine, Durham, NC Residency: 2005 - Palmetto Health Alliance/University of South Carolina Orthopaedic Surgery, Columbia, SC Fellowship: 2006 - Adult Reconstruction in Knee Surgery Fellowship: Institute for Advanced Orthopaedic Study/St. Peter's University Hospital, New Brunswick, NJ Dr. Alan's specialties include joint replacement, arthroscopy, fracture care and general orthopedics. Dr. Alan and his wife, Dr. Carol Alan, an OB/GYN with Sumter Family Health Center, have three daughters.
BLAIR, BRIAN K., MD Orthopaedics McLeod Orthopaedics 800 East Cheves Street Suite 480 Florence SC Phone: 843-777-7900 Fax: 843-777-7340
Board Certification: Orthopaedics Medical School: 2002 - Medical University of South Carolina, Charleston, SC Residency: 2007 - Fort Worth Affiliated Hospitals Orthopaedic Residency Program, Fort Worth, TX Fellowship: 2008 - Orthopaedic Sports Medicine Fellowship: Steadman-Hawkins Clinic of the Carolinas, Spartanburg, SC Dr. Blair specializes in sports medicine; shoulder and knee surgery; arthroscopy of the shoulder, elbow, hip, knee and ankle; and complex shoulder replacement and surgery. Dr. Blair and his wife, Ruthie, have a baby boy.
GILPIN, JR., ALBERT T., MD Orthopaedics McLeod Orthopaedics 800 East Cheves Street Suite 480 Florence 29506 Phone: 843-777-7900 Fax: 843-777-7340
Board Certification: Orthopedics Medical School: 1984 - USC School of Medicine, Columbia, SC Residency: 1989 - USC School of Medicine, Columbia, SC Fellowship: 1990 - Pediatric Orthopedics, Shriners Hospital, Greenville, SC Dr. Gilpin specializes in pediatric orthopedics and spinal deformity. Dr. Gilpin and his wife, Lane, have two daughters and one son.
MEZZANOTTE, THOMAS J., MD Orthopaedics McLeod Orthopaedics 800 East Cheves Street Suite 480 Florence 29506 Phone: 843-777-7900 Fax: 843-777-7340
Board Certification: Orthopaedics Medical School: 1996 - Georgetown University School of Medicine, Washington, DC Residency: 2003 - National Naval Medical Center, Bethesda, MD Fellowship: 2008 - Orthopaedic Traumatology Fellowship: Orlando Regional Medical Center, Orlando, FL Dr. Mezzanotte specializes in orthopedic traumatology, sports medicine, complex shoulder injuries, and foot and ankle injuries. Dr. Mezzanotte and his wife, Jen, have one daughter and one son.
WATFORD, KYLE E., MD Orthopaedics McLeod Orthopaedics 800 East Cheves Street Suite 480 Florence 29506 Phone: 843-777-7900 Fax: 843-777-7340
Board Certification: Orthopedics Medical School: 1996 - Medical University of South Carolina, Charleston Residency: 2001 - Medical University of South Carolina, Charleston Fellowship: 2002 - Orthopaedic Traumatology, R.A. Cowley Shock-Trauma Center, Baltimore, MD Dr. Watford specializes in orthopedic traumatology, pelvic and acetabular trauma, post traumatic limb deformities, and periarticular fractures. Dr. Watford and his wife, Angie, have three sons.