Patient Reviews

Thank you for choosing OrthoSC for your care. We take pride in helping our patients overcome injuries, relieve pain, and return to active, healthy lifestyles.

In this section, you can read stories from patients we’ve treated about their experiences and recoveries under our care.

Read what our patients are saying about OrthoSC.

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Patient Reviews

  • “I was suffering awfully with neck and shoulder pain. A great friend referred me to Dr. Billy Mills. I was immediately seen, had x-rays taken, diagnosed and a method of treatment was recommended. I had seen 4 other orthopedic and neurological surgeons and was not convinced that the old fashioned way, with screws and cages, was the way to go. Dr. Billy showed me a video of a newer, more permanent procedure, and it sold me. Immediately after surgery the pain was gone. No more pills, no more sleepless nights, and most importantly no more pain.”
    – Adam P.
    Treating Doctor: William L. Mills, M.D.
  • “I first met Dr. Mills in 1992 when he first arrived. I knew him when he was single and had hair. He brought his "then" baby girl Carolina with him to the hospital to check on me after he did my 4th spinal surgery. I have entrusted Dr. Mills with my spinal care for over 20 years. I have spoken very highly of him when talking with other people needing surgery or searching for a doctor. He has always been up front and professional and his level of care and concern are exceptional. Angela Lane, his nurse and other right hand has also been wonderful, a credit to her profession and care. And I can honestly say that this Lady deserves a raise or commendation fo her years of service to Dr. Mills and Coastal Orthopaedics. Coastal Orthopaedics has always been exceptional from care through to financial aid. But I tell you this right now....do whatever you have to do to keep Dr. Mills and Angela at Coastal Orthopaedics, because you have 2 of the most exceptional people I have ever had the pleasure of being around. Dr. Mills is straight up honest and he is not one to just give out drugs and send you on your way. He invests time with his patients and that is something that has failed through the years if medical care, because it seems as if it is more on the business end than the caring end and Dr. Mills has kept that through his years as a surgeon...while others have thrown it out the window. People NEED to know their doctor will take time with them. Dr. Mills does just that. The staff are exceptional in dealong with the financial end of Coastal Orthopaedics and that relieves many burdens on patients who need care but can't pay up front completely. Stay on this path. Don't lose your ability or desire to really care and to show it. If you polled all of Horry County on what they would like to see in the medical field...it would be....Doctors who spent the time with patients in the exam room....communication...talking so the patient understands...and not look at them like they are just another pay check. That is what Dr. Mills gives to his patients. He does not walk on water.....but he sure stays a float.”
    – Julia T.
    Treating Doctor: William L. Mills, M.D.
  • “Dr. Tupis is calm, well spoken and thorough. I have full and complete confidence in his abilities. My experience with knee replacement surgery was excellent and I'm actually looking forward to having the other one done.”
    – David P.
    Treating Doctor: Todd M. Tupis, M.D., M.S.
  • “I have actually not spent a lot of time with Dr. Ramsey although he is the Surgeon that I have decided will do my knee. I mostly see his PA but not sure of his name. But, nonetheless, the time I did spend with Dr. Ramsey and his PA have been very pleasant. In spite of the fact that they gave me shots. :-) I hate shots. But they took the time to make me feel comfortable about getting the shots. It is just a pleasant office under some times unpleasant circumstances.”
    – Roberta S.
    Treating Doctor: Peter Ramsey, M.D.
  • “I have utmost confidence in Dr. Watson. She listens intently to my complaint in a caring manner and prescribes a course of action to alleviate the problem.”
    – Stanley K.
    Treating Doctor: Erin E. Watson, M.D.
  • “I was treated with the utmost respect. I am doing well 1st day after being home. This I believe was because of the nurses keeping me on schedule for meds and walks.”
    – Sandra K.
    Treating Doctor: Peter Ramsey, M.D.
  • “Dr. Alci just surgically implanted my spinal cord neurostimulator and incordination with Dr. Watson who recommended the Medtronics spinal neurostimulator. I am on the road to having less pain and a better quality of life, for this I cannot thank you enough!!!”
    – Warren M.
    Treating Doctor: Erkan Alci, M.D.
  • “Dr Watson is the best doctor ever. She found my happy medium with regard to my pain. She educates and explains things that I can understand. Her bed side manners go above and beyond others. We consider her family. We love Dr Watson”
    – Robert G.
    Treating Doctor: Erin E. Watson, M.D.
  • “When I first went to see Dr. Mills, I was in severe pain (right leg and hip) and simple walking was very difficult. Having had back surgery in Nashville six years previoously, I knew this was likely to have the same outcome. Timing could't have been worse. My youngest son was graduating from college, we had out of town guests coming in and a celebration party planned. Additionally, we had a dream family cruise planned since the year before to Europe to celebrate this as well as my upcoming retirement two months later. I basically was begging Dr. Mills to help me get thru this exciting time in my family's life. He gave me medication that temporarily relieved my pain completely. I felt like a new woman; the graduation, party & cruise was wonderful. But, as expected, when this medication wore off the pain was back with a vengeance! I went back to Dr. Mills and we discussed my options. The decision was to have an ALIF fusion of L4 & L5. The staff handled all the necessary paperwork including pre-op testing, insurance approval and my follow up appointments. Everyone in this practice was wonderful, helpful and very patient. Angela, Dr. Mills nurse was very helpful from my first visit thru the entire process. I am now almost six weeks out from the surgery and walking 1.5 to 2 miles a day pain free. Many thanks to this entire group and especially Dr. Mills for giving me my quality of life back. It is noteworthy to say, we only moved here a little over a year ago and had no experience with doctors here. I struggled with the decision to go back to Nashville to my previous doctor for the surgery. I did some research and I can say, with no regrets, the decision to have Dr. Mills do my fusion was an excellent one for me. I would highly recommend him and his team to anyone in need.”
    – Linda L.
    Treating Doctor: William L. Mills, M.D.
  • “Nothing left to say except yall have an amazing staff. Thanks for everything.”
    – Lucille W.
    Treating Doctor: William L. Mills, M.D.