SomaticNerveBlock near Summerville, SC

Care Philosophy: I take pride in being able to present each patient with all of their pertinent care options.. this allows the patient to be active in the decision process and their own treatment.

Biography: Dr. Paul Balthrop is a fellowship trained orthopedic surgeon who specializes in the care of complex fractures, limb deformities and bone infections. Dr. Balthrop has extensive experience in both urgent orthopedic trauma care and limb salvage after severe fractures. He works closely with his patients and other doctors to preserve function and help return people to a healthy and active lifestyle.

Biography: Dr. Steven Poletti, MD is a Spine Surgeon who practices in Mount Pleasant, SC. He is 67 years old and has been practicing for 40 years. Dr. Steven Poletti, MD is affiliated with Novant Charleston SC.

Biography: Dr. Richard Frisch Jr, MD is a Spine Surgeon who practices in Mount Pleasant, SC. He is 53 years old and has been practicing for 23 years. Dr. Richard Frisch Jr, MD is affiliated with East Cooper Medical Center.

Biography: Dr. Samaddar specializes in treating all injuries and conditions of the hand and upper extremities, including fractures and arthritis of the hand, wrist, and elbow. He has special expertise in treating nerve injuries, including peripheral nerve injuries, compression neuropathies (carpal tunnel, cubital tunnel), complex microsurgical reconstruction, and upper extremity trauma. Dr. Samaddar also specializes in minimally invasive treatment, including endoscopic carpal tunnel release. Dr. Samaddar completed his specialty training in hand, upper extremity and microvascular surgery from the University of Alabama at Birmingham after completing his residency in orthopaedic surgery at the Medical University of South Carolina. During his training, Dr. Samaddar assisted in the care of multiple high school, collegiate and professional teams, including Charleston Battery Soccer, Charleston Riverdogs Baseball, the University of Alabama at Birmingham and PGA TOUR golf professionals. Outside of the office, Dr. Samaddar is an avid golfer and outdoorsman. In addition, he enjoys watching football, golf, tennis and baseball. He and his wife, a Hilton Head Island native, have four children who love spending time on the water and at the local beaches.

Care Philosophy: Trident's TRAUMAcare program provides around-the-clock coverage to evaluate and treat all injured patients. Our dedicated team of trauma surgeons and support staff is highly trained and available for any traumatic injury