Cedrek McFadden: Surgeon on Survivor 48
Dr. Cedrek McFadden is a distinguished colorectal and general surgeon, educator, and recent contestant on “Survivor” Season 48. He is from Columbia, SC and now resides in Greenville, SC.
Table of Contents
- Biography
- Age and Birthday
- Parents
- Nationality
- Ethnicity
- Height
- Wife and Children
- Education
- Career
- Survivor 48
- Net Worth
Profile Summary
- Full Name: Cedrek Latroy McFadden, MD, FACS, FASCRS
- Age: 46 years old
- Birthplace: Columbia, South Carolina, USA
- Nationality: American
- Ethnicity: African-American
- Height: 5 feet and 10 inches (approximately)
- Wife: Tracey
- Occupation: Colorectal and General Surgeon, Clinical Associate Professor
- Known For: “Survivor” Season 48 Contestant
- Instagram: @cedrekmd
Biography
Dr. Cedrek McFadden is a board-certified colorectal and general surgeon based in Greenville, South Carolina. He serves as a Clinical Associate Professor of Surgery at the University of South Carolina School of Medicine Greenville and is affiliated with Prisma Health. His medical expertise encompasses colorectal cancer, inflammatory bowel diseases, and minimally invasive surgical techniques.
Cedrek McFadden Age and Birthday
Born on September 18, 1978, Dr. McFadden is 46 years old as of 2025. He celebrates his birthday on the 15th of September each year.
Cedrek McFadden Parents
Dr. McFadden was raised by his parents, Martin and Beth McFadden, in Columbia, South Carolina. They continue to reside on the street where he grew up, reflecting a strong family bond.

Cedrek McFadden Nationality
McFadden is an American citizen, hailing from Columbia, South Carolina.
Dr. McFadden Ethnicity
Dr. McFadden is African-American and actively mentors aspiring Black medical professionals, aiming to increase diversity in the field of medicine.
Height
While Dr. McFadden’s exact height is not publicly documented, his athletic build suggests a height between 5’10” and 6’0″.
Cedrek McFadden Wife and Children
Dr. McFadden, a distinguished board-certified surgeon and medical contributor, resides near Greenville, South Carolina, with his wife, Tracey, and their two children; Caleb and daughter
Education
Dr. McFadden graduated with honors from Xavier University of Louisiana. He earned his medical degree from Temple University School of Medicine in Philadelphia. He completed a general surgery residency at the Greenville Health System and a fellowship in colon and rectal surgery at the Georgia Colon and Rectal Surgery Clinic in Atlanta.
Cedrek McFadden Job
Beyond his surgical practice, Dr. McFadden is a Clinical Associate Professor of Surgery at the University of South Carolina School of Medicine Greenville. He is also a medical contributor to CBS WSPA 7 News and a frequent guest on NBC’s “Today Show,” where he provides health insights to a broad audience.
Survivor 48
In 2025, Cedrek McFadden joined the cast of “Survivor” Season 48, becoming a member of the Valu tribe. A longtime fan of the show, he saw this as an opportunity to test his resilience and strategic thinking.
Survivor 48 Cast
Apart from Toomey, the other Survivor 48 cast members include:
- Thomas Krottinger
- Kamilla Karthigesu
- Chrissy Sarnowsky
- David Kinne
- Shauhin Davari
- Eva Erickson
- Charity Nelms
- Star Toomey
- Mitch Guerra
- Kyle Fraser
- Joe Hunter
- Saiounia “Sai” Hughley
- Thomas Krottinger
- Kevin Leung
- Justin Pioppi
Cedrek McFadden Net Worth
Dr. McFadden has an estimated net worth of $300,000 and $800,000. He has accumulated his fortune through his medical career and media contributions.
Dr. McFadden maintains an active presence on Instagram under the handle @cedrekmd, where he shares insights into his professional endeavors and personal interests.