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Dr. Stephen Ray Sisco, MD

Accepting New Patients

(171 Ratings)

Specializes in: General Surgery

Medical College of Georgia

Professional interests include: breast cancer, hernia, thyroid problems, and more.

989 Ribaut Road Suite 360, Beaufort Medical Plaza
Beaufort, SC 29902

(843) 524-8171

Dr. Stephen Ray Sisco, MD is a general surgeon in Beaufort, SC specializing in general surgery. He graduated from Medical College of Georgia. Dr. Stephen Ray Sisco, MD is affiliated with Beaufort Memorial and BEAUFORT COUNTY MEMORIAL HOSPITAL.

Office Locations

989 Ribaut Road Suite 360, Beaufort Medical Plaza
Beaufort, SC 29902

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122 Okatie Center Boulevard North Suite 300, Okatie Medical Pavilion
Okatie, SC 29909

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Some issues Dr. Stephen Ray Sisco, MD can help you with:

Thyroid Problems

Thyroid problems are a group of conditions that alter hormone regulation and metabolism. The thyroid is a small, butterfly-shaped gland located in the lower neck, just below the Adam's apple (laryngeal prominence) and larynx (voice box). Despite its small size, the thyroid has an outsized effect on the body by regulating hormones that control metabolism. Metabolism is the body's process of converting consumed food into fuel to power the entire body. Heart rate, weight, cholesterol, body temperature, and even physical growth and development are all affected by the metabolism.

When the thyroid malfunctions, the body is unable to properly process and allocate energy. Thyroid problems, such as hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid) and hypothyroidism (underactive thyroid), cause irregular metabolism. In some cases, the body produces antibodies that attack the thyroid cells for unknown reasons. The damaged thyroid responds by releasing either too little or too much T3 and T4 thyroid hormones. Thyroid malfunctions may also arise from genetic causes or iodine deficiency. Thyroid problems may include:

Hashimoto's thyroiditis, an autoimmune disease that causes hypothyroidism
Graves' disease, an autoimmune disease that causes hyperthyroidism
Goiter
Thyroid nodule
Thyroid cancer

Hashimoto's is the leading cause of hypothyroidism, which is when the thyroid does not produce enough hormones to stimulate adequate metabolism. The condition is diagnosed by blood tests that measure TSH (thyroid stimulating hormone) and detect Hashimoto's antibodies. Symptoms of hypothyroidism include sluggish metabolism, inflammation, fatigue, weight gain, brittle hair, dry skin, and sensitivity to cold. To supplement impaired thyroid function, patients with Hashimoto's are typically prescribed synthetic thyroid hormone pills. Such patients may need to consume synthetic thyroids for the rest of their lives. Other treatments may include dietary changes, such as the avoidance of certain foods and medication to reduce inflammation. Frequent blood tests can inform patients if their TSH levels are within a normal range.

Grave's disease is most frequently the cause of hyperthyroidism, which is when the thyroid produces too many hormones, overstimulating one's metabolism. The condition is also diagnosed by blood tests that measure TSH and detect Grave's antibodies. Elevated heart rate, high blood pressure, sweating, bulging eyes, and weight loss are common symptoms of hyperthyroidism. Treatments for hyperthyroidism include oral radioactive iodine, which slowly shrinks the thyroid, slowing the production of excess thyroid hormone. Other anti-thyroid medications such as methimazole (Tapazole) also reduce the production of thyroid hormones. Blood pressure medications known as beta blockers can ease the increased heart rate caused by hyperthyroidism. If treatments are unsuccessful, patients may be prescribed a thyroidectomy, or surgery to remove part or all of the thyroid. Some patients with hyperthyroidism may require ophthalmological (eye medicine) treatments such as eye drops, prednisone, and surgery to reduce eye swelling and bulging.

Untreated thyroid disorders frequently lead to goiters or thyroid nodules. A thyroid goiter is a large lump that can be felt near the base of the neck and is made of swollen thyroid tissue or nodules (excess cell growth). Nodules and goiters are diagnosed by CT scan or ultrasound. Obstructive goiters can cause pain, coughing, and abnormal breathing. The most common cause of goiters is hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid). However, Hashimoto's is also known to cause goiters or nodules. Goiters develop from continued damage from antibodies to the thyroid over time. At times, a goiter can result from a cancerous thyroid tumor. Most goiters and nodules are themselves benign.

The exact causes of thyroid cancer are unknown. People who develop thyroid cancer may or may not have another thyroid problem such as Hashimoto's or Grave's disease. Symptoms of thyroid cancer include a nodule that can be felt on the neck, hoarseness, difficulty swallowing, swelling in the neck, and neck and throat pain. CT and MRI scans are used to diagnose thyroid cancer. There are four types of thyroid cancer which vary in intensity. Thyroidectomy (thyroid removal surgery) is usually prescribed to treat thyroid cancer.

Thyroid problems are often long-term conditions that require some form of treatment. With regular monitoring and medication, many people with thyroid problems are able to lead active and fulfilling lives.

In The News

“Dr. Stephen Sisco (of Beaufort Memorial Surgical Specialists) asked for several tests beyond that to be done.”—"A Survivor's Story: Carol Smith", Island Packet, October 2010

Noteworthy Medicare Patient Procedures Performed by Dr. Stephen Ray Sisco, MD in 2023

Click on any procedure below to see further details on volume and pricing among Medicare patients.

Top 5%

By Volume:

spermatic cord lesion excision

In 2023, Dr. Stephen Ray Sisco, MD performed more spermatic cord lesion excision procedures for Medicare patients than 95% of providers in related specialties within South Carolina.

Top 10%

By Volume:

open inguinal hernia repair

In 2023, Dr. Stephen Ray Sisco, MD performed more open inguinal hernia repair procedures for Medicare patients than 90% of providers in related specialties within South Carolina.

Top 25%

By Volume:

hernia surgery

inpatient hospital care

In 2012, Dr. Stephen Ray Sisco, MD performed more hernia surgery, and inpatient hospital care (for patient admitted to hospital) procedures for Medicare patients than 75% of providers in related specialties within South Carolina.

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2012 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Stephen Ray Sisco, MD treated as a general surgeon in Beaufort, SC during 2012 were hospital care and inpatient care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Stephen Ray Sisco, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	400
hospital care	235
inpatient care	235

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2013 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Stephen Ray Sisco, MD treated as a general surgeon in Beaufort, SC during 2013 were hospital care, inpatient care, open surgery and catheterization.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Stephen Ray Sisco, MD for Medicare patients.

abdominal surgery	20
catheterization	20
doctor visit	501
gastrointestinal procedures	20
hospital care	220
inpatient care	220
open surgery	20

2013 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Stephen Ray Sisco, MD.

**Gender**
Male	145
Female	202

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	247
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	186
From 75 to 84	102
85 and over	18
Less than 65	41

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Stephen Ray Sisco, MD in 2013

Hypertension	73
High Cholesterol	64
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	33
Depression	15
Chronic Kidney Disease	21
Asthma	4
Osteoperosis	5
Atrial Fibrilation	11
Heart Failure	12
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	12
Diabetes	31
Dementia	7
Cancer	29

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2014 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Stephen Ray Sisco, MD treated as a general surgeon in Beaufort, SC during 2014 were hospital care, inpatient care, catheterization and open surgery.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Stephen Ray Sisco, MD for Medicare patients.

abdominal surgery	13
catheterization	20
doctor visit	489
gastrointestinal procedures	13
hospital care	185
inpatient care	185
open surgery	13

2014 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Stephen Ray Sisco, MD.

**Gender**
Male	136
Female	248

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	276
Black	93
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	196
From 75 to 84	107
85 and over	26
Less than 65	55

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Stephen Ray Sisco, MD in 2014

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	61
Stroke	4
Ischemic Heart Disease	35
Depression	14
Chronic Kidney Disease	24
Asthma	5
Osteoperosis	4
Atrial Fibrilation	13
Heart Failure	18
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	15
Diabetes	32
Dementia	8
Cancer	30

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2015 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Stephen Ray Sisco, MD treated as a general surgeon in Beaufort, SC during 2015 were hospital care, inpatient care, catheterization and open surgery.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Stephen Ray Sisco, MD for Medicare patients.

abdominal surgery	13
catheterization	14
doctor visit	503
gastrointestinal procedures	13
hospital care	293
inpatient care	293
open surgery	13

2015 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Stephen Ray Sisco, MD.

**Gender**
Male	294
Female	444

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	524
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	400
From 75 to 84	174
85 and over	72
Less than 65	92

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Stephen Ray Sisco, MD in 2015

Hypertension	71
High Cholesterol	65
Stroke	3
Ischemic Heart Disease	32
Depression	12
Chronic Kidney Disease	24
Asthma	7
Osteoperosis	6
Atrial Fibrilation	12
Heart Failure	14
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	11
Diabetes	33
Dementia	10
Cancer	33

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2016 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Stephen Ray Sisco, MD treated as a general surgeon in Beaufort, SC during 2016 were hospital care, inpatient care, catheterization and open surgery.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Stephen Ray Sisco, MD for Medicare patients.

abdominal surgery	15
catheterization	20
doctor visit	428
gastrointestinal procedures	15
hospital care	204
inpatient care	204
open surgery	15

2016 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Stephen Ray Sisco, MD.

**Gender**
Male	166
Female	181

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	252
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	168
From 75 to 84	106
85 and over	29
Less than 65	44

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Stephen Ray Sisco, MD in 2016

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	66
Stroke	9
Ischemic Heart Disease	33
Depression	19
Chronic Kidney Disease	33
Asthma	13
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	14
Heart Failure	15
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	12
Diabetes	31
Dementia	12
Cancer	30

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2017 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Stephen Ray Sisco, MD treated as a general surgeon in Beaufort, SC during 2017 were hospital care, inpatient care, catheterization and open surgery.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Stephen Ray Sisco, MD for Medicare patients.

abdominal surgery	12
catheterization	15
doctor visit	469
gastrointestinal procedures	12
hospital care	307
inpatient care	307
open surgery	12

2017 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Stephen Ray Sisco, MD.

**Gender**
Male	165
Female	195

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	269
Black	79
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	183
From 75 to 84	105
85 and over	27
Less than 65	45

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Stephen Ray Sisco, MD in 2017

Hypertension	73
High Cholesterol	60
Stroke	3
Ischemic Heart Disease	28
Depression	19
Chronic Kidney Disease	33
Asthma	6
Osteoperosis	6
Atrial Fibrilation	11
Heart Failure	16
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	18
Diabetes	34
Dementia	13
Cancer	28

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2018 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Stephen Ray Sisco, MD treated as a general surgeon in Beaufort, SC during 2018 were hospital care, inpatient care, open surgery and abdominal surgery.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Stephen Ray Sisco, MD for Medicare patients.

abdominal surgery	32
catheterization	24
doctor visit	473
gastrointestinal procedures	32
hospital care	309
inpatient care	309
open surgery	32

2018 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Stephen Ray Sisco, MD.

**Gender**
Male	175
Female	191

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	269
Black	77
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	177
From 75 to 84	119
85 and over	29
Less than 65	41

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Stephen Ray Sisco, MD in 2018

Hypertension	74
High Cholesterol	64
Stroke	4
Ischemic Heart Disease	34
Depression	16
Chronic Kidney Disease	38
Asthma	6
Osteoperosis	7
Atrial Fibrilation	13
Heart Failure	18
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	18
Diabetes	35
Dementia	14
Cancer	27

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2019 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Stephen Ray Sisco, MD treated as a general surgeon in Beaufort, SC during 2019 were hospital care, inpatient care, open surgery and abdominal surgery.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Stephen Ray Sisco, MD for Medicare patients.

abdominal surgery	26
catheterization	18
doctor visit	510
excision	15
gastrointestinal procedures	26
hospital care	232
inpatient care	232
open surgery	26
urologic procedures	15

2019 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Stephen Ray Sisco, MD.

**Gender**
Male	169
Female	222

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	304
Black	71
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	184
From 75 to 84	129
85 and over	28
Less than 65	50

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Stephen Ray Sisco, MD in 2019

Hypertension	72
High Cholesterol	66
Stroke	5
Ischemic Heart Disease	28
Depression	19
Chronic Kidney Disease	30
Asthma	8
Osteoperosis	7
Atrial Fibrilation	13
Heart Failure	15
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	18
Diabetes	35
Dementia	15
Cancer	25

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2020 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Stephen Ray Sisco, MD treated as a general surgeon in Beaufort, SC during 2020 were hospital care, inpatient care, open surgery and abdominal surgery.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Stephen Ray Sisco, MD for Medicare patients.

abdominal surgery	32
catheterization	12
doctor visit	429
excision	13
gastrointestinal procedures	32
hospital care	135
inpatient care	135
open surgery	32
urologic procedures	13

2020 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Stephen Ray Sisco, MD.

**Gender**
Male	161
Female	158

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	251
Black	55
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	171
From 75 to 84	103
85 and over	23
Less than 65	22

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Stephen Ray Sisco, MD in 2020

Hypertension	73
High Cholesterol	65
Stroke	3
Ischemic Heart Disease	34
Depression	18
Chronic Kidney Disease	32
Asthma	6
Osteoperosis	6
Atrial Fibrilation	11
Heart Failure	16
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	12
Diabetes	31
Dementia	11
Cancer	26

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2021 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Stephen Ray Sisco, MD treated as a general surgeon in Beaufort, SC during 2021 were hospital care, inpatient care, open surgery and abdominal surgery.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Stephen Ray Sisco, MD for Medicare patients.

abdominal surgery	25
catheterization	16
doctor visit	419
excision	13
gastrointestinal procedures	25
hospital care	176
inpatient care	176
open surgery	25
urologic procedures	13

2021 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Stephen Ray Sisco, MD.

**Gender**
Male	171
Female	177

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	275
Black	56
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	151
From 75 to 84	128
85 and over	40
Less than 65	29

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Stephen Ray Sisco, MD in 2021

Hypertension	69
High Cholesterol	68
Stroke	5
Ischemic Heart Disease	33
Depression	20
Chronic Kidney Disease	35
Asthma	5
Osteoperosis	8
Atrial Fibrilation	11
Heart Failure	15
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	14
Diabetes	32
Dementia	14
Cancer	30

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2022 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Stephen Ray Sisco, MD treated as a general surgeon in Beaufort, SC during 2022 were hospital care, inpatient care, open surgery and abdominal surgery.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Stephen Ray Sisco, MD for Medicare patients.

abdominal surgery	36
breast procedures	13
cancer surgery	13
catheterization	21
doctor visit	495
excision	28
gastrointestinal procedures	36
hospital care	136
inpatient care	136
open surgery	36
urologic procedures	15

2022 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Stephen Ray Sisco, MD.

**Gender**
Male	190
Female	203

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	327
Black	48
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	190
From 75 to 84	148
85 and over	34
Less than 65	21

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Stephen Ray Sisco, MD in 2022

Hypertension	74
High Cholesterol	75
Stroke	7
Ischemic Heart Disease	23
Depression	21
Chronic Kidney Disease	24
Asthma	8
Osteoperosis	8
Atrial Fibrilation	21
Heart Failure	14
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	19
Diabetes	27
Dementia	8
Cancer	36

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2012 - 2022

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Stephen Ray Sisco, MD for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Stephen Ray Sisco, MD treated as a general surgeon in Beaufort, SC were hospital care, inpatient care, open surgery and abdominal surgery.

abdominal surgery	22
breast procedures	13
cancer surgery	13
catheterization	18
doctor visit	465
excision	17
gastrointestinal procedures	22
hospital care	221
inpatient care	221
open surgery	22
urologic procedures	14

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2012 - 2022

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Stephen Ray Sisco, MD.

**Gender**
Male	161
Female	201

**Ethnicity**
Black / African American	43
Asian / Pacific Islander	0
Non-Hispanic White	272
Native American / Alaskan Native	0
Hispanic	0
Other	0

**Age**
75 to 84	111
85 and over	29
Less than 65	40
65 to 74	182

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Stephen Ray Sisco, MD From 2012 - 2022

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Stephen Ray Sisco, MD treated were hypertension, high cholesterol, diabetes and ischemic heart disease.

Hypertension	66
High Cholesterol	59
Stroke	3
Ischemic Heart Disease	28
Depression	15
Chronic Kidney Disease	26
Asthma	6
Osteoporosis	5
Heart Failure	13
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	13
Diabetes	29
Atrial Fibrillation	11
Dementia	10
Cancer	26

Education & Training

Dr. Stephen Ray Sisco, MD graduated from Medical College of Georgia. He completed residency at Medical College of Georgia Affiliated Hospitals. He is certified by the American Board of Surgery and has a state license in South Carolina.

Medical School: Medical College of Georgia

Residency: Medical College of Georgia Affiliated Hospitals

Board Certification: American Board of Surgery

Licensed In: South Carolina

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. Stephen Ray Sisco, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

Beaufort Memorial

BEAUFORT COUNTY MEMORIAL HOSPITAL

Ratings & Reviews

Dr. Stephen Ray Sisco, MD has an exceptional overall rating with an average of 4.91 out of 5 stars based on 171 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. Stephen Ray Sisco, MD from all over the web to help you find the right in Beaufort, SC.

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Overall Rating: 5.0 2024-08-05

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very happy with response to any questions

Overall Rating: 5.0 2024-12-17

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DR SISCO IS TGE BEST!

General Payments

These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Stephen Ray Sisco, MD. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.

**Payments by Company**
Intuitive Surgical, Inc.	$1,258 Da Vinci Surgical System $1,258
Ethicon US, LLC	$57 Mechanical $17	Energy Harmonic $15	STRATAFIX $13	Harmonic $13
Mallinckrodt LLC	$35 XARTEMIS XR $35
Cook Incorporated	$25 SUR - SIS $13	SUR - CBDE $12
CONMED Corporation	$21 AirSeal $21
Other	$65 WOUND THERAPEUTICS $17	Proclaim Family of SCS IPGs $17	Oncology $16	Mosaic $15

**Types of Payments**
Travel and Lodging	$948
Food and Beverage	$514

Biography

Dr. Stephen Sisco's medical specialty is general surgery. Dr. Sisco has indicated that his clinical interests include thyroid problems, gallbladder problems, and breast cancer. He is affiliated with Beaufort Memorial. He attended medical school at Medical College of Georgia. His residency was performed at a hospital affiliated with Medical College of Georgia. Patient ratings for Dr. Sisco average 5.0 stars (out of 5). According to Beaufort Memorial, new patients are welcome to contact his office in Beaufort, SC.