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Dr. James Ernest Craigie, MD - Board Certified Plastic Surgeon in Mt Pleasant, South Carolina

Dr. James Ernest Craigie, MD

Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

Surgery, Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery
Mt Pleasant, South Carolina
● Taking New Patients
NPI: 1144225228· License: 17862 (SC) verify
Industry payments (2025): $561 across 10 payments (what this means)
4.36(9 ratings)

In Dr. James Ernest Craigie's own words

How Dr. James Ernest Craigie describes their own approach, from their Instagram posts. Each statement links to the original.

Approach

  • The practice's care extends beyond just the surgical result.
  • The practice tailors advanced breast reconstruction procedures to each patient's individual anatomy and goals.

Specialization

  • Surgeons Dedicated to State of the Art Natural Breast Reconstruction

Technique

  • The practice utilizes advanced breast reconstruction procedures, including stacked flaps and perforator-based techniques.

Consultation

  • The practice supports patients from their initial virtual consultation through their recovery period at home.
  • The practice offers consultations to explore breast reconstruction options with their team.
  • The practice assists patients in determining whether staged or single-stage implant-based reconstruction is the appropriate fit for their individual needs.

Recovery guidance

  • The practice provides support to patients from surgery preparation through recovery.

Results

  • The practice's revision plans are focused on achieving natural results.

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About

Dr. James Ernest Craigie is a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon practicing in Mt Pleasant, South Carolina. He specializes in breast reconstruction, with a focus on natural results and restoring nerve sensation (Resensation). Dr. Craigie emphasizes utilizing state-of-the-art techniques and believes that offering a greater variety of reconstruction options leads to more possibilities for patients. His practice provides personalized consultations and tailors advanced procedures to each patient's individual anatomy and goals. These options include DIEP flap, muscle-sparing perforator flap, PAP flap, GAP flap, and stacked flaps, as well as both staged and single-stage implant-based reconstruction. Dr. Craigie's care extends beyond the surgical result, supporting patients from their initial virtual consultation through surgery preparation, recovery at home, and long-term follow-up, ensuring a focus on natural results and lasting comfort.

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Specialties

  • Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

Procedures & Services

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Questions, Answers, and Information Directly from Dr. James Ernest Craigie

Sourced directly from Dr. James Ernest Craigie's social posts and replies.

What does breast implant removal involve?
Breast implant removal can involve more than just the physical removal of the implant itself. Procedures like internal mastopexy may be utilized to help restore a natural breast shape after implant removal.
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What factors contribute to the total cost of breast implant removal?
The total cost for breast implant removal can encompass more than just the surgeon's fee, including other associated expenses.
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What options are available for patients unhappy with a previous breast reconstruction?
Patients who are unhappy with a previous reconstruction still have options for improvement. The practice creates personalized revision plans focused on achieving natural results and ensuring lasting comfort.
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Can natural breast reconstruction be performed with limited abdominal tissue?
Yes, limited abdominal tissue does not preclude natural reconstruction. Techniques like the GAP flap, which utilizes tissue from a donor site other than the abdomen, can be used to achieve soft, natural-feeling results.
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From Dr. James Ernest Craigie's Instagram

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Patient Experience

Dr. James Ernest Craigie Review Summary

4.4
Dr. Craigie has excellent patient reviews, averaging 4.4 out of 5 stars across different platforms. He's received a 4.2 on WebMD and a 4.6 on Google, indicating a high level of patient satisfaction.

Ratings from Other Platforms

doctor.webmd.com

4.2 out of 5

Based on 10 reviews

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Google Reviews

4.6 out of 5

Based on 7 reviews

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Dr. James Ernest Craigie, MD - Board Certified Plastic Surgeon in Mt Pleasant, South Carolina

Main Office

1300 Hospital Dr ste 120, Mt Pleasant, South Carolina

(843) 388-0660

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Each service is approximately 60 minutes.

Industry Payments

Federal law (the Physician Payments Sunshine Act) requires drug and medical-device companies to report anything of value they give to a physician — consulting and speaking fees, research funding, travel, royalties, and even meals. Medicare publishes all of it in a public database called Open Payments. We show it here so you don't have to go looking for it.

Total received (2025)

$561

Payments

10

Compared to peers

Modest

Dr. James Ernest Craigie received $561 across 10 payments in 2025. That is higher than about 57% of the physicians here who received any industry payment. Most of it was categorised as food and beverage, and the largest single payer was Sanara MedTech Inc..

What this means for your care

  • A disclosed payment is a business relationship, not evidence of wrongdoing, and it says nothing on its own about the quality of your care.
  • Most payments are small. Across the physicians listed on NavMDs, the single most common category is food and beverage at industry-sponsored talks.
  • Larger consulting, speaking or royalty payments mean an ongoing financial relationship with a company whose products your doctor may use or recommend. That is worth knowing about, and it is reasonable to ask about.
  • A fair question to ask: “Do you have a financial relationship with the maker of the implant, filler or device you're recommending — and what alternatives did you consider?”

Source: CMS Open Payments, the federal database created by the Sunshine Act. View the full record on CMS Open Payments ↗

Insurance Information

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Phone: (843) 388-0660

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Location & Contact Information

Main Office

1300 Hospital Dr ste 120

Mt Pleasant, South Carolina 29464

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Office Information

Phone: (843) 388-0660

Where does Dr. James Ernest Craigie practice?

Doctor's Office

Main Office (Primary)

1300 Hospital Dr ste 120, Mt Pleasant, South Carolina 29464

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Hospital Affiliations

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Education & Experience

Certifications & Licenses

Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

Frequently Asked Questions

Can you make an appointment with Dr. James Ernest Craigie online?
The provided information mentions a 'REQUEST APPOINTMENT' button, suggesting online booking may be available. It's best to contact the office directly to confirm.
Does Dr. James Ernest Craigie offer telehealth?
Telehealth availability isn't mentioned in the provided information. Contacting the office directly is recommended to inquire about telehealth options.
What do patients have to say about Dr. James Ernest Craigie?
A 38-year-old patient who has had two children and a breast cancer diagnosis describes their experience with Dr. Craigie as comprehensive and positive ("with the works!").
What areas of care does Dr. James Ernest Craigie cater to?
Dr. Craigie specializes in plastic surgery with a focus on breast reconstruction, including DIEP flap and muscle-sparing techniques. He also has expertise in restoring nerve sensation in the breast after mastectomy (Resensation). Dr. Craigie is dedicated to utilizing state-of-the-art techniques in his practice, believing that offering a greater variety of reconstruction options leads to more possibilities for patients. The practice provides personalized consultations and long-term follow-up, tailoring advanced procedures to each patient's individual anatomy and goals. Their care philosophy emphasizes that care extends beyond just the surgical result, focusing on the entire patient journey.