Cary Brewton, D.O., FACS

Dr. Keith Player, FACS, is a board-certified general surgeon with over 20 years of experience managing all aspects of General Surgery. Born and raised in Florence, SC, he received his undergraduate degree from Princeton University. He then returned to South Carolina, received his medical degree from the Medical University of South Carolina, and completed his General Surgery residency in Spartanburg, SC. Dr. Player proudly returned to his hometown in 1999, where he has provided General Surgery care for the people of the Pee Dee since then. Dr. Player is board-certified in general surgery by the American Board of Surgery and is a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons. He is experienced in all aspects of general surgery, including both laparoscopic and open surgery. Dr. Player particularly enjoys laparoscopic abdominal surgery with an emphasis on laparoscopic colon surgery. Dr. Player has developed broad-ranging skills that include thyroid and parathyroid surgery, breast surgery, skin cancer and melanoma surgery, surgery of the intestinal tract for both cancerous and noncancerous disease, and all varieties of hernia repair. He has gained a reputation as a primary provider of pediatric surgery in the Pee Dee area. Dr. Player has been active in hospital leadership activities, including being the Chairman of the Department of Surgery at a regional tertiary care center. A lifelong resident of South Carolina who has lived most of his life in the Florence area, he is honored to provide the highest quality surgical care for the residents of northeastern South Carolina.

Certified Physician Assistant James Franco is a graduate of Gardner-Webb University with a strong passion for cardiothoracic surgery. His proactive approach during clinical rotations allowed him to gain extensive hands-on experience, working closely with seasoned surgeons and health care professionals. Being immersed in the learning experience gave James a deep understanding of cardiothoracic surgical procedures. Before pursuing a career as a physician assistant, he served as an Emergency Medical Technician. The foundational experience instilled in him the importance of swift decision-making in emergency situations. James is driven by a genuine commitment to patient care and strives to deliver precise and empathetic cardiothoracic surgery care.

Our pulmonary & critical care physicians provide compassionate care for you and your loved ones. Their knowledge of pulmonary and critical care medicine combined with their concern for the patient’s well-being makes MUSC Health - Pulmonology an excellent choice for your pulmonary healthcare needs.