Physician Network

St. Francis Sports Medicine physicians are among the best in the Southeast. These elite professionals are highly trained in the most advanced sports medicine techniques -– many have completed fellowships, the highest level of training a physician can receive. Our physicians serve as team physicians for college athletes like the Furman University Paladins, and high school athletes like the Wren High School Hurricanes and the Shannon Forest Christian School Crusaders.


Thomas E. Baumgarten, MD


•   Medical Director, St. Francis Outpatient Orthopedics
•   Piedmont Orthopaedic Associates
•   Fellowship in Sports Medicine
•   Certificate of Added Qualifications for Sports Medicine
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•   See Dr. Baumgarten's injury prevention tips


William L. DeVault, MD


•   Chair, St. Francis Sports Medicine
•   Orthopaedic Center of the Carolinas
•   Fellowship in Sports Medicine and Joint Replacement
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•   See Dr. DeVault's injury prevention tips

 John H. Paylor, III, MD 


•   Piedmont Orthopaedic Associates
•   Certificate of Added Qualifications for Sports Medicine
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•   See Dr. Paylor's injury prevention tips



Alan G. Posta, Jr., MD


•   Carolina Orthopaedic Center
•   Fellowship in Sports Medicine
•   Certificate of Added Qualifications for Sports Medicine
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•   See Dr. Posta's injury prevention tips


 John R. Vann, MD


•   Piedmont Orthopaedic Associates
•   Fellowship in Arthroscopy and Sports Medicine
•   Certificate of Added Qualifications for Sports Medicine
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•   See Dr. Vann's injury prevention tip



Stephen Keiser, MD

•   Premier Family Medicine
•   Fellowship in Primary Care Sports Medicine
•   Certificate of Added Qualification in Primary Care Sports Medicine
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St. Francis Sports Medicine physicians are backed by some of the best specialists in the region. For complex orthopedic problems, you can rest assured that our team of physicians provides unparalleled care. Meet more of our experts >>
 
To reach our Sports Medicine Physician Network, please call 864-675-HURT.