Orthopaedic Sports Medicine Surgeon
1076 Ribaut Road
Suite 101
Beaufort, SC
29902
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I am so glad I was able to get an appointment with Dr Dean for a second opinion on my shoulder. Dr Dean explained the results of a previous MRI in easy to understand language and visuals. His diagnosis was very different from the Show moreprevious doctor I saw and provided me with a protocol that will help my shoulder get some strength back without having injections or surgery. I felt very relieved and excited to work on strengthening. I didn’t feel rushed or talked down to.
Dr. Dean is fantastic! He is one of the best doctors that I have ever had, and I am 66 years old! Very professional, personable, and knowledgeable! He took the time to explain my issues and what my options were to address them. I Show morehighly recommend Dr. Dean to anyone with orthopedic issues, especially with the knee. I am thankful for Dr. Dean and his treatment recommendations for me!
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About Dr. Dean
Mark Dean, MD, is a board-certified orthopaedic surgeon with particular expertise in sports medicine and shoulder and knee injuries. He currently sees patients at Beaufort Orthopaedic Sports & Spine in Beaufort, Bluffton, and Hilton Head, South Carolina.
After completing his undergraduate degree from Vanderbilt University, Dr. Dean received his medical degree from the University of Texas Southwestern Medical School. He completed his residency training in orthopaedic surgery at Parkland Memorial Hospital and the University of Texas Southwestern Medical School in Dallas. Subsequently, he did a fellowship in shoulder and knee surgery and sports medicine at the prestigious Steadman-Hawkins Clinic in Vail, Colorado.
Dr. Dean’s primary focus is sports medicine for active patients of all ages, with an emphasis on rehabilitation and surgical reconstruction of shoulder and knee injuries. Over the past 20 years, he has performed more than 14,000 surgeries on adult and pediatric patients, including high school, college, and professional athletes, as well as senior athletes.
Dr. Dean has lectured at the regional and national levels on orthopaedic topics with particular emphasis on shoulder and knee injuries, skiing, tennis, and golf-related injuries. He is a diplomat of the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery and has served as a board member of the American Orthopaedic Society for Sports Medicine Fellowship Exam Committee. Additionally, he has contributed many academic articles and book chapters to such publications as the Journal of Shoulder and Elbow Surgery, Sports Medicine and Arthroscopy Review, and the Handbook of Sports Medicine.
Locally, Dr. Dean serves as the team physician for many area high school athletic teams and as a consultant to elite tennis and golf academies. He has also served as a team physician for the Denver Broncos, the United States Disabled Ski Team, the US Pro Ski Tour, and the US Olympic Ski Team. He is married to Brooke Dean, Ph.D., a clinical psychologist, and has three children, Hunter, Elise, and Jenna.
ACL Tear
Arthritis
Arthroscopic Surgery
CMC Replacement
Carpal Tunnel
Dupuytren's Disease
Fracture Care
Hand & Wrist Injuries
Herniated Disc
Hip Replacement
Joint Injections
Knee Injuries
Knee Replacement
MRI
Meniscus Tear
Neck & Back Pain
Occupational Therapy
Physical Therapy
Rotator Cuff Tear
Sciatica
Shoulder Replacement
Spinal Fusion
Spondylolisthesis
Sports Injuries
Stenosis
Tendonitis
Trigger Finger
Locations (4)
BOSS Orthopaedics
1076 Ribaut Road
Suite 101
Beaufort, SC, 29902
BOSS Orthopaedics
39 Hospital Center Commons
Hilton Head Island, SC, 29926
BOSS Orthopaedics
4812 Bluffton Parkway
Bluffton, SC, 29910
BOSS Orthopaedics
4810 Bluffton Pkwy
Ste 102
Bluffton, SC, 29910
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Reviews
Honest and listens and if he can’t help you he will take the time to be sure you get to someone who can . I highly recommend Dr Dean
Dr. Dean took his time and explained my options.
Very good experience as always I’m glad to say I made the Deans list!
Dr. Dean took time to provide a detailed explanation of what’s going on with my old knee
Dr. Dean instills confidence in his diagnosis and recommendations at problem resolution.
Dr. Dean was Laurie Thurrell took time with me and gave me reasonable alternatives and his recommendation
As always wonderful informant visit. Answered my questions and took my fears away about recovery.
Excellent Doctor who explains things in a detailed and digestible way.
Dr Dean listened to what i had understood was my issue and told me what the real problem was in terms that made sense
Dr Dean was friendly and very professional in describing my condition.
Dr Dean was attentive and patient. He explained everything thoroughly and took his time with us.
Dr Dean was very thorough, describing the methods used during surgery and the effect that my arthritis had on my knee. He recommended specific exercises and weight training for my continued recovery. He was happy with my progress at 3 months, which was very encouraging.
Dr. Dean is fantastic! He is one of the best doctors that I have ever had, and I am 66 years old! Very professional, personable, and knowledgeable! He took the time to explain my issues and what my options were to address them. I highly recommend Dr. Dean to anyone with orthopedic issues, especially with the knee. I am thankful for Dr. Dean and his treatment recommendations for me!
Dr Dean is very good and my appointments with him have proven to be very beneficial. Highly recommend
Excellent
Worthy of the most wait
Dr Dean is so down to earth, very helpful in figuring out when is the best time to schedule surgery based on client commitments and very thorough in his explanations about the surgery and answering questions.
I have known Dr.Dean for over nine years and he always take his time to explain what’s going on and what my options are.
Knee replacement at 1 year mark. Doing much better than the six month mark.
Thorough and the visit put me more at ease considering the issues I have going on.
Dr. Dean and the staff at Beaufort Memorial were great. I was kept informed throughout my visit regarding each step along the way. Things were explained clearly, questions were answered promptly and directly.
Excellent
Very down to earth and practical advise. He empowered me with my own health decisions.
I am so glad I was able to get an appointment with Dr Dean for a second opinion on my shoulder. Dr Dean explained the results of a previous MRI in easy to understand language and visuals. His diagnosis was very different from the previous doctor I saw and provided me with a protocol that will help my shoulder get some strength back without having injections or surgery. I felt very relieved and excited to work on strengthening. I didn’t feel rushed or talked down to.
Dr. Dean is great. He described the details of the knee replacement surgery in understandable terms. I have scheduled surgery on the other knee.
I went to Dr. Dean for a second opinion on the pain in my right knee.Dr. Dean really listened to me. He was honest and gave me a very enlightening explanation for my situation. It made perfect sense. My experience was so positive that I decided to change doctors and see him for my knee issues. Highly recommend.
Dr and staff caring and professional.
The staff was friendly and professional and it was a pleasure to visit the facility. Doctor Dean was the best in his knowledge, explanation of a plan, and has a fantastic reputation. It was a great experience.
Dr Dean is always very clear about your situation. Very detailed explanation.
Dr Dean is a wonderful doctor He does a great job explaining your medical issues and several options on how to remedy! I was very pleased!