
John Joseph Walsh, IV, MD
Orthopedic SurgeryShoulder Orthopedic SurgeryHand Surgery
Highlights
Age Groups Seen
- Infants and Toddlers
- Children 2-4
- Children 5 and up
- Teens
- Adults
- Adults 65 and up
Languages
- English
Gender
MaleAbout John Joseph Walsh, IV
John J. Walsh IV, MD, is a fellowship-trained orthopedic surgeon at Prisma Health and Clinical Professor of orthopedic surgery at the University of South Carolina School of Medicine in Columbia. Dr. Walsh previously served as clinic director and staff orthopedic surgeon at Moncrief Army Community Hospital at Fort Jackson in Columbia, South Carolina.
He received his bachelor's degree with a major in biology from the University of Delaware in Newark and his medical degree from Jefferson Medical College in Philadelphia. He completed an orthopedic surgery residency and a transitional internship at Dwight David Eisenhower Army Medical Center at Fort Gordon, Georgia, and completed his fellowship in hand surgery at the Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota.
Dr. Walsh is board-certified in orthopedic surgery and has a certificate of added qualification in surgery of the hand. He has lectured internationally on a broad range of general orthopedic and upper extremity surgical conditions. He is a member of the American Society for Surgery of the Hand and the Christian Medical Society. His primary interests are hand and upper extremity surgery, sports injuries of the hand, complex multitrauma of the upper limb, and reconstructive osteotomies for bone deformity. He is also interested in reconstruction for brachial plexus injuries.
Video
Locations
- Prisma Health Orthopedics – 14 Med Park
- 14 Richland Medical Park Drive, Suite 200, Columbia, SC 29203
- Get Directions
- phone: 803-296-7846
- fax: 803-296-9699
- Prisma Health Orthopedic Surgery Center
- 104 Saluda Pointe Drive, Lexington, SC 29072
- Get Directions
- fax: 803-567-8872
Expertise
Education
- Residency: Eisenhower Army Medical Center
- Medical School: Thomas Jefferson University
- Fellowship: Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science
Board Certifications
- Orthopaedic Surgery: American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
- Surgery of the Hand: American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
Insurance
- Absolute Total Care - Ambetter
- Absolute Total Care (Centene)
- Aetna
- Aetna Medicare
- Allwell Medicare - Absolute Total Care
- BCBS
- BCBS Blue Essentials
- BCBS PPC
- BCBSSC Blue Reedy Exchange Product (Upstate)
- BCBSSC State Health Plan (PEBA)
- BlueChoice Health Plan
- BlueChoice Medicaid - Healthy Blue
- BlueChoiceMyChoice Advantage
- Carelon Behavioral Health
- Cigna
- Cigna Medicare
- Companion Benefit Alternatives
- CorVel Workers Compensation
- Evernorth Behavioral Health
- FirstHealth (Aetna)
- Healthy Connections
- Humana - Healthy Horizons
- Humana Choice Care
- Humana Medicare
- Liberty Advantage
- Logistics Health
- Magellan
- MedCost
- Medicare (Traditional Fee-for-Service)
- Molina
- Molina Medicaid
- Multiplan/PHCS
- NHC Advantage
- Optum Behavioral Health
- Promise Health Plan
- SC Medicaid Healthy Connections
- Select Health Medicare
- Select Heath (First Choice)
- Spectera
- TriCare
- UnitedHealthcare Medicare Advantage
- Veterans Affairs Community Care Network - VACCN
- Wellcare (Centene)
Ratings & Reviews
4.7 out of 5
600 ratings, 146 reviewsThe Patient Satisfaction Rating is derived from patient surveys based on the likelihood to recommend this provider’s office.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/5/2026
The reception area bathrooms need more frequent cleaning. There was water or what may have been urine on the floors in both.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/5/2026
A professional courteous staff
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/4/2026
Everyone in this facility was kind and very helpful. My appointment was on time and the staff was great. My doctor was fabulous.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/27/2026
To have surgery sooner
- 3 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/27/2026
Listen to a little bit closer respect my wishes be more attentive
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/23/2026
I wait a long time to see the doctor I thought he forgot about me
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/21/2026
I was satisfied with all that was done during my visit with the doctor.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/23/2026
everything was great.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/21/2026
Nothing, great visit.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/20/2026
Very well done
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/16/2026
Dr WALSH has treated my wife for several years and we both have the utmost confidence in him and the staff that works with him.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/15/2026
Everything was done very well.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/15/2026
No improvement needed.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/14/2026
My care could not have been better!
- 3 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/17/2026
The receptionist forgot that I was there and I had to wait an hour. She did not put me in. Also, I waited about 30 minutes once I got to the back. They need to improve their registration process or intake. Thank you. Bye.
- 2 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/14/2026
The choice we were given was to drive further to see special hand therapists which would require us to drop our current OT and not get the shoulder/elbow therapy we also need. Not going to happen. SO we are left without a medical answer to our developing hand problem.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/14/2026
I was totally satisfied with my care and with the professionalism from the staff and doctor.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/13/2026
Dr. Walsh and his team are amazing!!!!!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/9/2026
Everything was perfect as my care was concerned. Great total staff from the front until the time I was discharged.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/6/2026
My experience was great. And I know I can reach out should I have questions or concerns after my appointment.
- 4 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/6/2026
Everything was good to me at the time of my visit, I thank everyone that assisted me during my visit.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/1/2026
I had no issues with this appointment
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/30/2026
I got the best care & service at this office as always. Dr Walsh & his team are the best
- 2 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/27/2026
Well it's like this. I've had a bad experience with PRISMA dentistry and PRISMA Health Orthopedics. It doesn't matter what I say here so it's pointless. There are no advocates for me. The ones who work for Prisma are advocates for Prisma. Try and tell me this isn't the truth. You can't as you're an employee of the same. I feel I am nothing more than a billable policy. No one in medical Field cares about patients but they do like the payroll.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/24/2026
I was very pleased with my care. Dr. Walsh is wonderful as well as his staff. Overall, a great experience.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/23/2026
very satisfie d with service I received
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/23/2026
I have no recommendations because everything was excellent.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/22/2026
Very satisfied. excellent service, Check out employee was the best! So personable and professional.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/20/2026
I would have appreciated a bit more information on possible treatments for my ailment instead of only hearing about the next step, which was further testing.
- 2 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/19/2026
My time was very important and seemed as though I was waiting on their time. So, I understand that the doctors have a time frame or schedule, but we patients also have a time frame and schedule, and we cannot afford to sit in the waiting room for a long period of time. So, my only issue would be that there would be more understandable and more recognizable of the patient's time.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/17/2026
Job professionally done ?
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/16/2026
All was great
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/14/2026
I felt respected
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/14/2026
Dr. Walsh is a wonderful doctor and I respect him. I trust him. I think he's well qualified and I've never had an issue before, but I had to wait 45 minutes for a 9:30 appointment. It seemed as if no one was around. And anyway, ultimately he came and I was glad and I don't know that it was his fault, but the point is 45 minutes without anybody coming into the waiting room, I mean into the examining room when my husband and I were waiting there to discuss surgery with him was unacceptable. And I can't say that that's Dr. Walsh's fault, but I do want to make note of the fact that I had to wait 45 minutes for what apparently seemed like no reason. Thank you.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/11/2026
it's fine so far
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/10/2026
Need new chairs in exam rooms
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/10/2026
Everyone on Dr. Walsh's team has been reliably attentive, efficient, cheerful, informative, courteous, friendly - and this applies especially to Dr. Walsh himself. I'm extremely grateful that I found this wonderful surgeon!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/10/2026
Nothing else, I have never had any issues with the staff or Dr Walsh. Wonderful care.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/6/2026
Y'all did everything y'all were supposed to do,I have no complaints, thanks for a good staff
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/2/2026
Restrooms were dirty
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/26/2025
I was very pleased, job well done.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/18/2025
No improvements needed!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/18/2025
Nothing at all. I was completely satisfied.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/16/2025
I feel everything was presented in a very good manner. I truly appreciate the help and care provided this crew and physicians.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/15/2025
It was all good
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/12/2025
I thought everything was great except the cleanliness of the restrooms.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/12/2025
Couldn't ask for anything more. Dr. Walsh and all staff are pleasant & efficient & Dr Walsh is so patient and speaks to me in plain language I can understand . Best doctor ever.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/11/2025
Just one small point. I spent a considerable amount of time completing an online medical health and history questionnaire only to be asked many similar questions upon entering the exam/treatment room. This makes me less inclined to do it in the future.
- 3 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/11/2025
Wait in the treatment seemed long.
- 1 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/8/2025
Well, Dr. Walsh came and he kept saying the other orthopedic says you have this. The other orthopedic says this, that. What do you say? You know, like I'm saying, I don't understand. And I was trying to talk to him. It's like he was rushing me. He was at the door about to leave out and I'm still talking. But I just, I feel that something is wrong with my thumb more than what he was able to tell me. And I'm not satisfied.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/7/2025
Dr Walsh is always the utmost professional during my care but also brings a personable side with his care. I can't imagine going to another provider for my care. Dr Walsh and his team will always be highly recommended by me.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/7/2025
The xray tech seemed rushed and uninterested in demonstrating a positive attitude. She gave quick, short responses, and distant. I understand that everyone is busy, but a smile or common courtesy would be appreciated. The other staff was amazing. I guess it was just not her day.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/5/2025
Everyone on Dr Walsh team was amazing
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/5/2025
I was treated professionally from the front desk until I checked out of your office. Everyone was very kind and courteous.
- 1 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/29/2025
Doctor needs to listen intently to patient's concern. Doctor should know the medical history before attending the patient for him to understand the patient's concern/condition. Doctor should explain the medical terms in plain language. The doctor only spent two minutes on my visit is not a satisfaction to the patient. I asked the doctor about my X-ray result. I was expecting him to explain it to me but he just ignore it. Very frustrated and disappointed!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/7/2025
My treatment was excellent
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/2/2025
Everything was fine
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/23/2025
Care was excellent
- 4 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/22/2025
As of right now I can't think of anything because my visit went really well. Keep up the good work.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/16/2025
all good
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/15/2025
Dr. Walsh gave our son excellent care! He is professional, kind and we have confidence in him.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/9/2025
Everyone did a professional job. They were all empathetic and caring. Good job !
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/11/2025
Everything was handled with compassion, respect & knowledgeably. Can't ask for more.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/9/2025
All was good
- 2 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/7/2025
Front desk staff did not check me in and I waited for over an hour in the waiting room after being told I was good to go and to sit down. No apology by front desk staff, but nurses were very courteous once I was taken back
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/1/2025
I had great service
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/1/2025
No improvement to report. Everything was great during my doctor's visit. I had a great experience from start to finish and I received the best care possible.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/31/2025
Not a thing they were courteous they suggested what the next step would be. I agreed we made the appointment for a test and then a follow up appointment for the week after. But then again, Dr. Walsh and his team are the best.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/27/2025
Everything was just fine no needs for improvement.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/24/2025
I can not think of how Dr Walsh or his staff could have been better. Everyone was wonderful to me.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/24/2025
Great job
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/24/2025
Everything was great
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/24/2025
No, the doctor was very respectful and walked me through the entire process. His assistants were very helpful to keep me modest yet leaving space for the doctor to easily give me an injection.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/20/2025
Keep doing what they are doing and I'll always go back also tell my friends and family how good I was treated because they always test me well cause o have had more visits with them and it's always very good and very pleasant thank you for your services
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/19/2025
I had a good experience.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/14/2025
Continue
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/6/2025
Nothing I can think of. Everyone is great.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/6/2025
Everything thing was perfect
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/3/2025
Dr Walsh is the best
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/30/2025
Dr Walsh is great
- 4 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/30/2025
I did have to wait in the exam room for at least 45 minutes. I was beginning to think I was forgotten.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/28/2025
I have no complaints. Everything went well. We were respected. Everybody did their thing. And we're pleased with the outcome. So I have no complaints. I thank everyone who took care of my son. And everybody was kind and courteous. And we appreciate that.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/27/2025
had trust in what was taking place. And I think everything was perfectly well done, and I appreciate the way I was treated.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/21/2025
Provide type of post op pain/discomfort to expect, and what pain medication is either prescribed or recommended.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/19/2025
All areas were covered.
- 3 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/19/2025
Seen in a timely manner
- 2 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/19/2025
The check out employee was NOT friendly or courteous nor was she helpful. I feel like I am treated differently by the doctor because I am a workers comp case. The doctor barely tlexamines my elbow at any of the visits.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/19/2025
On time appointment
- 3 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/13/2025
I was not offered any help or solutions besides quit your job. Nothing else.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/12/2025
They were very encouraging and concerned as we took step by step through the examination.
- 4 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/8/2025
Not have such long waits for surgery and Dr. appointments
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/8/2025
Dr Walsh is straight forward, caring and honest about the situation
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/6/2025
It was a good visit.
- 3 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/5/2025
You could have found out what my problem actually was before prescribing medication, not knowing if it would even help. I want to be well, not temporarily bandaged.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/5/2025
Answer questions instead of referring every time to My Chart. It does not answer all questions. Human interaction is not overated.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/24/2025
Make the appointment time respected since I waited close to 1 hours alone in a room with no tv or magazine to read.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/21/2025
The doctor provided details as it pertained to my treatment. I have been provided the information that I need at this point in time. If I have any questions or concerns, I have been provided with the appropriate ways to contact the doctor and office. Thank you!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/16/2025
Everything was good
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/14/2025
The doctor is my hero he so dedicated to the person and take care to make sure he fond was this the condition God bless him and or the staff.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/12/2025
I am very pleased with my care
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/11/2025
Keep doing what you're doing
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/11/2025
cut out the incessant emails asking for the same information over and over!!!!!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/11/2025
I didn't get a chance to let the Dr and staff know that I'm one of Jehovah's Witnesses and i refuse blood transfusion. I wish they would have talked to me about that, about the loss of blood.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/10/2025
My visit was was great,I have no complaints about anything
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/10/2025
Nothing for now they are awesome!
- 1 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/9/2025
Wait time Further evaluation
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/9/2025
Things went well
- 2 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/9/2025
Dr Walsh does not listen to the patient.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/9/2025
I have no complaints.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/8/2025
Everything was great ?
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/29/2025
Not, everything is on track. Now on to PT.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/26/2025
Cut the waiting time waiting on the doctor
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/26/2025
I did not take note of anything during this visit. We have upcoming appointments after tests are run.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/26/2025
It was a very positive experience.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/25/2025
Thank you for improving those wore lobby chairs. They look better now.
- 4 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/25/2025
Everyone was courtesy and professional .
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/20/2025
Everything was wonderful. I was really excited about my visit and I learned a whole lot and what they're going to be able to do for me. Thank you very much.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/18/2025
I had my eyes covered because the bright lights hurt them. During my procedure 2 people entered the room unbeknownst to me. I wish I had been told when they entered and who they were. It was jarring to close my eyes to a nearly empty room and open them to a full room.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/18/2025
Everything went well. No need for changes at this time.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/14/2025
Great care team. Very professional
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/13/2025
Everything was great with my visit.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/13/2025
I had no contact with nurses, just the doctor and his resident. I had no complaints whatsoever.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/5/2025
Everyone was friendly and cared
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/30/2025
Ask about other questions. Encourage consideration of future issues.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/30/2025
I'm very happy with my experience with Dr Walsh and the other medical staff
- 2 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/30/2025
I think I could have been offered follow-up care. That was not an option for me. I was told to keep going at home and see if I can improve on my own.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/29/2025
As the care I received was excellent, there is no room for improvement.
- 4 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/27/2025
Can't think of anything that needed improvement!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/18/2025
Sanitize their hands before touching the patient. Checking in with the tablet questions on there not concerning what my appointment was about it's concerning more with mental than physical.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/17/2025
Everyone was courteous, well informed, patient, kind & professional. Everyone in this office inspired my confidence!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/16/2025
Nicer workers at the reception desk
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/13/2025
Nothing to add, Dr Walsh and the staff are good
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/15/2025
I had to wait, but Dr Walsh apologized.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/1/2025
Completely satisfied Over al
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/1/2025
In waiting room almost 45-minutes after scheduled appt time
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/2/2025
This precious Dr. stopped what he was doing, sat down and listened to a very important concern I had with the medication I was sent home with after surgery. Just him listening and validating my concerns was a very humane and caring response to my concerns. He gets a 10 all day.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/24/2025
I couldn't ask for a better experience. As a healthcare worker of 34 years in the OR, we tend to be some of the worst patients. But Dr Walsh and his team were great!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/18/2025
Would love to have seen hand sanitizer in the room. Don't know if they used anything outside the room. Respect and all was just fine. Thank you.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/12/2025
continue outstanding service
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/10/2025
Nothing. Dr. Walsh has worked with me a long time and we get along very well.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/8/2025
My experience was perfect
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/5/2025
Trust and respect was dutifully established!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/3/2025
My care was the best possible.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/3/2025
No suggestions. All good
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/2/2025
Everything went great..no complaints
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/25/2025
Dr. Walsh is always respectful along with his staff.