The 20 Best Neuralgia Doctors Near Me in Mount Pleasant, SC

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Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 101 doctor with experience in Neuralgia near Mount Pleasant, SC. Of these, 93 are Experienced, 7 are Advanced and 1 are Distinguished.

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    Charlotte I. Rivers
    Distinguished in Neuralgia
    Radiation Oncology
    Distinguished in Neuralgia
    Radiation Oncology

    MUSC Hollings Cancer Center

    86 Jonathan Lucas St, 
    Charleston, SC 
     (4.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Charlotte Rivers is a board-certified radiation oncologist specializing in the treatment of central nervous system, hematological, and skin cancers. She is experienced in the use of Gamma Knife radiosurgery for the treatment of brain metastases, as well as other conditions including meningiomas, arteriovenous malformations, acoustic neuromas, and trigeminal neuralgia. Dr. Rivers serves as a member of the multi-disciplinary central nervous system team, and works closely with neuro-oncology and neurosurgery in the treatment of patients with primary brain tumors. She also works in coordination with the hematology teams to provide total body irradiation (TBI) for both adult and pediatric patients needing bone marrow transplants.Dr. Rivers has published clinical research in the field of Gamma Knife radiosurgery which has been presented at several national and international conferences. She joined the team at MUSC in 2019, and is happy to be back in her home state to help bring the best care possible to the people of South Carolina. She is passionate about teaching and is very involved in resident education. Dr. Rivers is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Neuralgia. Her top areas of expertise are Metastatic Brain Tumor, Posterior Fossa Tumor, Primitive Neuroectodermal Tumor (PNET), Gamma Knife Radiosurgery, and Microvascular Decompression.

    Thomas Anderson
    Experienced in Neuralgia
    Neurosurgery
    Experienced in Neuralgia
    Neurosurgery

    Southeastern Spine Institute

    1625 Hospital Drive, 
    Mount Pleasant, SC 
     (2.4 miles away)
    Experience:
    29+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Thomas Anderson is a Neurosurgery provider in Mount Pleasant, South Carolina. Dr. Anderson has been practicing medicine for over 29 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Neuralgia. His top areas of expertise are Cervical Spondylosis, Spinal Stenosis, Cervical Myelopathy, Herniated Disc Surgery, and Cervical Disc Surgery.

    Thomas N. Schriefer
    Experienced in Neuralgia
    Experienced in Neuralgia

    MUSC Health Telehealth Clinic - Charleston

    169 Ashley Avenue, 2nd Floor, H268, 
    Charleston, SC 
     (4.0 miles away)
    Experience:
    45+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    A native of Dearborn, Michigan, Dr. Tom Schriefer received his M.D. degree from the University of Michigan. He completed his neurology residency at Henry Ford Hospital in Detroit, and an electromyography fellowship at Massachusetts General Hospital. Dr. Schriefer coauthored several papers regarding magnetic brain stimulation while during research work at the National Hospital for Nervous Diseases in London. Prior to joining the MUSC Center for Telehealth, he worked in private practice in Minneapolis. Dr. Schriefer enjoys seeing patients with all neurologic problems, but finds headache patients particularly rewarding. Outside of work, he can be found on his bike, in the garden, or at the gym. Dr. Schriefer is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Neuralgia. His top areas of expertise are Migraine, Relapsing Multiple Sclerosis (RMS), Multiple Sclerosis (MS), and Migraine with Brainstem Aura.

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    Experienced in Neuralgia
    Experienced in Neuralgia

    The Center For Regenerative Medicine

    1131 Queensborough Blvd Ste 102, 
    Mount Pleasant, SC 
     (2.1 miles away)
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Jeffrey Farricielli is a Pain Medicine provider in Mount Pleasant, South Carolina. Dr. Farricielli has been practicing medicine for over 17 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Neuralgia. His top areas of expertise are Cervical Spondylosis, Invertebral Disc Disease, Chronic Pain, and Neuralgia.

    Experienced in Neuralgia
    Pain Medicine | Anesthesiology
    Experienced in Neuralgia
    Pain Medicine | Anesthesiology

    Southeastern Spine Institute

    1625 Hospital Drive, 
    Mount Pleasant, SC 
     (2.4 miles away)
    Experience:
    18+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Ryan Nobles is a Pain Medicine specialist and an Anesthesiologist in Mount Pleasant, South Carolina. Dr. Nobles has been practicing medicine for over 18 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Neuralgia. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Pain, Cervical Spondylosis, Spinal Stenosis, and Muscle Spasms.

    Experienced in Neuralgia
    Radiology | Neuroradiology | Interventional Radiology
    Experienced in Neuralgia
    Radiology | Neuroradiology | Interventional Radiology

    Novant Health Diagnostic Imaging At East Cooper

    2000 Hospital Dr, 
    Mount Pleasant, SC 
     (2.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Robert Levy is a Radiologist and a Neuroradiologist in Mount Pleasant, South Carolina. Dr. Levy is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Neuralgia. His top areas of expertise are Breast Lump, Visceromegaly, Galactocoele, and Progressive Familial Intrahepatic Cholestasis Type 3.

    Cara S. Ferguson
    Experienced in Neuralgia
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Neuralgia
    Internal Medicine

    MUSC Health Primary Care - Park West

    1200 Innovation Way, 
    Mount Pleasant, SC 
     (2.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Cara Ferguson is accepting new patients at MUSC Health Primary Care - Park West in Mount Pleasant. Dr. Ferguson completed her undergraduate degree at Clemson University. She earned her medical degree at the University of South Carolina School of Medicine and completed her residency at Greenville Hospital System University Medical Center. She is board-certified in Internal Medicine. She spent the last twelve years in private practice in North Myrtle Beach, SC. Dr. Ferguson's interests in primary care include management of chronic diseases including high blood pressure, diabetes, and preventative care, along with treatment of acute issues. She enjoys spending time with each patient to understand their medical concerns and formulate treatment options. Please call 843-876-1445 to schedule an appointment with Dr. Ferguson.NOTE: This provider only sees patients 18 years of age and older. If you're looking for a primary care provider who sees patients of all ages, please [visit our Family Medicine provider page](https://answers.muschealth.org/specialty/FamilyMedicine). Dr. Ferguson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Neuralgia. Her top areas of expertise are High Cholesterol, Chronic Cough, Cirrhosis, and Familial Hypertension.

    Gregory A. Perron
    Experienced in Neuralgia
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Neuralgia
    Family Medicine

    MUSC Health Primary Care - Ben Sawyer

    1440 Ben Sawyer Boulevard, Suite 1109, 
    Mount Pleasant, SC 
     (2.1 miles away)
    Experience:
    29+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Greg Perron is a board-certified family physician who grew up in an Air Force family and has put down roots here in Mount Pleasant. He attended the University of Virginia as an undergraduate and Washington University School of Medicine in St Louis, Missouri. Dr. Perron was awarded his M.D. in 1997 and completed a family medicine residency at Malcolm Grow Medical Center, Andrews Air Force Base, Maryland. He served in South Korea, then at Andrews as faculty at the residency program. After leaving the Air Force, he worked as a medical consultant before returning to Andrews.In 2011, Dr. Perron and his wife relocated to Mount Pleasant, South Carolina. He was privileged to care for veterans at the Ralph H Johnson VA Medical Center until August 2012 when he joined MUSC. Areas of interest include comprehensive care for the entire family, wellness and prevention, and management of problems such as arthritis, hypertension, diabetes, weight, cholesterol, asthma, and women's health care. Dr. Perron has been awarded recognition by the National Committee for Quality Assurance Diabetes Recognition Program. He also does joint injections, skin cancer screening, and performs biopsies and minor surgeries in the office. He cares for pediatric patients age four and up, as well as adults. Dr. Perron is a member of the American Academy of Family Physicians and the South Carolina Academy of Family Physicians. Dr. Perron is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Neuralgia. His top areas of expertise are Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Peripheral Neuropathy, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Hypertension.

    Aljoeson Walker
    Experienced in Neuralgia
    Experienced in Neuralgia

    MUSC Health Neurology At East Cooper Medical Pavilion

    1600 Midtown Ave, 1st Floor, 
    Mount Pleasant, SC 
     (2.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Aljoeson Walker, MD, specializes in Neurology and is located in Mount Pleasant, SC. Dr. Walker is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Neuralgia. His top areas of expertise are Multiple Sclerosis (MS), Relapsing Multiple Sclerosis (RMS), Increased Intracranial Pressure, and Pseudotumor Cerebri Syndrome.

    Robert J. Ishak
    Experienced in Neuralgia
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Neuralgia
    Internal Medicine

    MUSC Health University Internal Medicine - East Cooper

    1600 Midtown Ave, 3rd Floor, 
    Mount Pleasant, SC 
     (2.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Robert Joseph Ishak, M.D., FACP, graduated with a B.S in Biology in 1992 from University of Maryland College Park. He received his doctorate in Medicine from New York Medical College in 1996 and completed his Internal Medicine residency at St Vincent's Hospital Manhattan in 2000.Dr. Ishak has been practicing ambulatory internal medicine ever since and joined the faculty of University Internal Medicine at MUSC as an assistant professor in May 2021. His clinical practice is located at the offices of Health East Cooper in Mount Pleasant. Previously Dr. Ishak cared for patients in his native Harford County, Maryland, with University of Maryland Upper Chesapeake Health. He also served as the medical director for Occupational Health for the organization's two hospitals.Dr. Ishak brings over 20 years of experience in clinical medicine. Desiring a return to academic medicine, he happily joined University Internal Medicine with the opportunity to combine clinical practice with resident and student teaching. He currently resides in Mount Pleasant with his wife and two children. Dr. Ishak is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Neuralgia. His top areas of expertise are Atherosclerosis, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Coronary Heart Disease, and Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young.

    Meron Selassie
    Experienced in Neuralgia
    Anesthesiology | Pain Medicine
    Experienced in Neuralgia
    Anesthesiology | Pain Medicine

    MUSC Health Pain Management At Rutledge Tower

    135 Rutledge Ave, 9th Floor, 
    Charleston, SC 
     (3.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Meron Selassie is a board certified anesthesiologist specializing in the treatment of chronic pain. She is a strong advocate of compassionate and comprehensive pain management using a multidisciplinary approach. This often involves minimally invasive procedures including injections, responsible use of medications, and collaboration with psychologists and physical therapists to address the challenges of living with chronic pain. Dr. Selassie understands the toll that chronic pain can take on patients, their families and communities. She strives to return patients to a higher level of function and to improve their quality of life. Dr. Selassie received her medical education from the University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine and then stayed on to complete a four year residency in the Department of Anesthesiology and Critical Care. Following eight years in Philadelphia, she completed a chronic pain management fellowship at the University of North Carolina in Chapel Hill. She worked in private practice for a year before returning to practice medicine in her home state of South Carolina. She is a member of several regional and national anesthesiology and pain societies and performs a variety of image-guided interventional pain and neuromodulation procedures. Her areas of interest include treatment of neck and back pain including conditions like sciatica and osteoarthritis, nerve pain, joint pain, arthritis, and headache. Dr. Selassie is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Neuralgia. Her top areas of expertise are Chronic Pain, Sacroiliac Joint Disease, Central Pain Syndrome, and Neuralgia.

    Keith A. Sanders
    Experienced in Neuralgia
    Experienced in Neuralgia

    MUSC Health Neurology At Rutledge Tower

    135 Rutledge Ave, 6th Floor, 
    Charleston, SC 
     (3.9 miles away)
    Experience:
    39+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Keith Sanders grew up in Atlanta, GA and graduated cum laude from the University of Pennsylvania. After attending Emory University School of Medicine, where he also completed an internship in internal medicine, he trained in neurology at Columbia University's Neurological Institute of New York. His fellowship in nerve and muscle disease was at California Pacific Medical Center in San Francisco. He practiced neurology in Atlanta for 25 years before joining MUSC in 2018. He is board certified in Neurology, Vascular Neurology and Electrodiagnostic Medicine. Dr. Sanders is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Neuralgia. His top areas of expertise are Memory Loss, Migraine, Headache, and Foot Drop.

    Andrew Mendelson
    Experienced in Neuralgia
    Anesthesiology | Pain Medicine
    Experienced in Neuralgia
    Anesthesiology | Pain Medicine

    MUSC Health Pain Management At Rutledge Tower

    135 Rutledge Ave, 9th Floor, 
    Charleston, SC 
     (3.9 miles away)
    Experience:
    10+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Andrew Mendelson, D.O. is a double-board-certified anesthesiologist who specializes in Pain Medicine. His clinical expertise focuses on cancer pain and neuromodulation. He is committed to a multidisciplinary, individualized treatment approach that optimizes patient outcomes. Dr. Mendelson is trained in minimally invasive spinal procedures and cutting-edge therapies and integrates the latest advancements into his daily practice.Dr. Mendelson earned his medical degree from Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine and completed his anesthesiology residency at Thomas Jefferson University Hospital in Philadelphia. After completing his residency, he sought a Pain Medicine Fellowship at the Tri-Institutional Pain Fellowship in New York City. This collaborative program includes training at New York Presbyterian-Weill Cornell, Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, and Hospital for Special Surgery. Before joining MUSC, Dr. Mendelson served as an Assistant Professor at the University of Virginia, where he also held the position of Associate Program Director for the Pain Medicine Fellowship. Dr. Mendelson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Neuralgia. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Pain, Complex Regional Pain Syndrome, Acute Pain, and Sciatica.

    Mimi Sohn
    Experienced in Neuralgia
    Neurology
    Experienced in Neuralgia
    Neurology

    MUSC Health Neurology At Rutledge Tower

    135 Rutledge Ave, 6th Floor, 
    Charleston, SC 
     (3.9 miles away)
    Experience:
    35+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Korean
    Offers Telehealth

    Mimi Sohn, MD, specializes in Neurology and is located in Charleston, SC. Dr. Sohn is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Neuralgia. Her top areas of expertise are Migraine, Headache, Neurosarcoidosis, and Neuralgia.

    Elisha L. Brownfield
    Experienced in Neuralgia
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Neuralgia
    Internal Medicine

    MUSC Health University Internal Medicine - Rutledge Tower

    135 Rutledge Ave, 8th Floor, 
    Charleston, SC 
     (3.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    This provider is a board-certified internist who only sees patients ages 18 and older. If the patient is under 18 years of age, please select a different primary care provider. We apologize for any inconvenience.Dr. Elisha Brownfield is an associate professor of medicine at the Medical University of South Carolina. She received her medical degree from the Medical College of Virginia, and completed an internal medicine residency at the Bowman-Gray School of Medicine/North Carolina Baptist Hospital.Dr. Brownfield is a member of the Society of General Internal Medicine and has served as the president of this group's southern region. She is a fellow of the American College of Physicians and a member of the Association of Program Directors of Internal Medicine. She has been chosen as one of the Best Doctors of America on multiple occasions. Her interests include medical education and leadership development. Dr. Brownfield is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Neuralgia. Her top areas of expertise are Sickle Cell Disease, Vulvodynia, Hypertension, and Familial Hypertension.

    William A. Vandergrift
    Experienced in Neuralgia
    Experienced in Neuralgia

    MUSC Health Neurosurgery At Hollings Cancer Center

    86 Jonathan Lucas St, 2nd Floor, 3rd Floor, 
    Charleston, SC 
     (4.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. William Vandergrift is an associate professor in the Department of Neurosurgery at MUSC. He trained at the Medical University of South Carolina for neurosurgical residency and at the John Wayne Cancer Institute in Santa Monica, California, for fellowship in minimally invasive brain surgery. His medical school training was completed at the Medical College of Georgia in Augusta. He has a mechanical engineering degree from the Georgia Institute of Technology.Dr. Vandergrift takes care of patients with brain and spine disorders. He has a special interest in brain tumors and skull base surgery for tumors including pituitary tumors, acoustic neuromas, meningiomas and gliomas. He also works with the epilepsy team to perform surgery for intractable epilepsy including laser ablations, open resections and vagal nerve stimulators. Dr. Vandergrift is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Neuralgia. His top areas of expertise are Meningioma, Olfactory Neuroblastoma, Sinus Cancer, Awake Craniotomy, and Gastrostomy.

    Autumn L. Edenfield
    Experienced in Neuralgia
    Obstetrics and Gynecology
    Experienced in Neuralgia
    Obstetrics and Gynecology

    MUSC Women's Health - Cannon St.

    135 Cannon Street, 2nd Floor, 
    Charleston, SC 
     (4.2 miles away)
    Experience:
    19+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Autumn Edenfield joined MUSC Women's Care as a urogynecologist in 2014. Dr. Edenfield graduated from Duke University for her undergraduate education. She completed her medical school and residency from New York University in New York City. In 2014, Dr. Edenfield completed her fellowship in female pelvic medicine and reconstructive surgery from Duke University. Dr. Edenfield's interests include urinary incontinence, overactive bladder, pelvic organ prolapse, and recurrent urinary tract infections. Dr. Edenfield is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Neuralgia. Her top areas of expertise are Urinary Incontinence, Uterine Prolapse, Stress Urinary Incontinence, and Acute Cystitis.

    Rachael B. Cowherd
    Experienced in Neuralgia
    Obstetrics and Gynecology
    Experienced in Neuralgia
    Obstetrics and Gynecology

    MUSC Women's Health - Cannon St.

    135 Cannon Street, 2nd Floor, 
    Charleston, SC 
     (4.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Rachael Cowherd joined MUSC Women's Care as an obstetrician and gynecologist in 2019. She was raised in Orlando, Florida, and earned her undergraduate degree in chemistry at Wake Forest University where she graduated summa cum laude with Phi Beta Kappa honors. She then attended the Gilling School of Global Public Health at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill where she received a Master of Public Health in Nutrition and was elected into the Delta Omega Honorary Society in Public Health. She served as a registered dietitian and clinical research assistant at the University of North Carolina Nutrition Obesity Research Center from 2010 to 2011. She then went on to earn her Medical Degree at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and was awarded inductions into the Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Medical Society and Gold Humanism Honor Society. She completed her residency at the Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Cowherd is committed to practicing evidence-based medicine, building strong connections with her patients, and teaching medical students and residents. Her clinical interests include uterine fibroids, irregular menstrual bleeding, vulvar disorders, well women care, minimally invasive surgery, gynecological surgery, sexually transmitted infection screening, obstetrics, and vaginal birth after cesarean section (VBAC). Dr. Cowherd is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Neuralgia. Her top areas of expertise are Neonatal Ovarian Cyst, Ovarian Cysts, Vaginal Bleeding Between Periods, and Neuralgia.

    Steven E. Swift
    Experienced in Neuralgia
    Obstetrics and Gynecology
    Experienced in Neuralgia
    Obstetrics and Gynecology

    MUSC Women's Health - Cannon St.

    135 Cannon Street, 2nd Floor, 
    Charleston, SC 
     (4.2 miles away)
    Experience:
    39+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Steven Swift, M.D. is a professor in the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology. He completed his residency in obstetrics and gynecology at the Medical University of South Carolina followed by a urogynecology fellowship at the University of California Irvine and has been a full-time faculty member at MUSC since 1993. Updated text- Dr. Swift has a practice focusing on patients with urinary fistula, incontinence, prolapses, pelvic disorders, bladder dysfunctions, and voiding issues.Dr. Swift is a board-certified member of the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists. He has subspecialty board certification in female pelvic medicine and reconstructive surgery, as well. He is a member of the American Urogynecologic Society, International Urogynecologic Association, Association of Professors of Gynecology and Obstetrics among others. He is the director of the Division of Urogynecology. Dr. Swift has also chaired and served on several committees for the American Urogynecology Society, the International Urogynecology Association and the National Institutes of Health. He is the co-editor-in-chief of the International Urogynecology Journal. He is published extensively in peer-reviewed journals on various aspects of urinary incontinence and pelvic organ prolapse and, in addition, has written several textbook chapters and invited-review articles. He has lectured all over the world on various topics regarding urogynecology and has been the principal investigator on several grants.Dr. Swift's research interests include evaluation and management of incontinence as well as the epidemiology of pelvic organ prolapse. Dr. Swift is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Neuralgia. His top areas of expertise are Urinary Incontinence, Rectocele, Uterine Prolapse, Stress Urinary Incontinence, and Endoscopy.

    David E. Soper
    Experienced in Neuralgia
    Obstetrics and Gynecology
    Experienced in Neuralgia
    Obstetrics and Gynecology

    MUSC Women's Health - Cannon St.

    135 Cannon Street, 2nd Floor, 
    Charleston, SC 
     (4.2 miles away)
    Experience:
    50+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. David Soper joined MUSC Women's Care as an obstetrician gynecologist in 1995. He graduated undergrad from Florida State University and completed medical school at the University of Miami. He completed his residency in ob/gyn and fellowship in infectious diseases at Naval Regional Medical Center, San Diego. Dr. Soper provides comprehensive obstetrics and gynecological services, and his special interests include infectious disease, vulvodynia, chronic and recurrent vaginitis, operative hysteroscopy and laparoscopy, and alternatives to hysterectomy. Dr. Soper is a Menopause Society Certified Practitioner (MSCP). Dr. Soper is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Neuralgia. His top areas of expertise are Vulvodynia, Lichen Sclerosus, Pelvic Inflammatory Disease, and Uterine Fibroids.

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    Last Updated: 04/28/2026

    What is the definition of Neuralgia?

    Neuralgia is a sharp, shocking pain that follows the path of a nerve and is due to irritation or damage to the nerve.

    Common neuralgias include:

    • Postherpetic neuralgia (pain that continues after a bout of shingles)
    • Trigeminal neuralgia (stabbing or electric-shock-like pain in parts of the face)
    • Alcoholic neuropathy
    • Peripheral neuropathy

    When should I see a Neuralgia doctor near Mount Pleasant, SC?

    There are various reasons why you may want to see a specialist, such as: 

    • Your primary care provider recommends it. 
    • Your condition requires expert knowledge and specialized care. 
    • Your symptoms persist or worsen despite treatment. 
    • You need specialized testing or procedures. 
    • You want a second opinion.  

    What should I consider when choosing a Neuralgia doctor near Mount Pleasant, SC?

    It’s important to see a provider with expertise in your specific condition. Each provider profile in MediFind’s doctor database includes information on which conditions they treat, years of experience, research contributions, languages spoken, insurance plans accepted, and more.  

    How does MediFind rank Neuralgia doctors near Mount Pleasant, SC?

    MediFind’s rankings are based on a variety of data sources, such as the number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials and industry conferences, as well as the number of patients that provider sees for a given condition. Note that MediFind’s provider database is not based on user reviews, and providers do not pay to be included in the database. 

    What types of insurance are accepted by Neuralgia doctors near Mount Pleasant, SC?

    Most profiles in MediFind’s doctor database include a list of insurance plans accepted by that provider. However, it’s a good idea to contact the provider’s office to make sure they still accept your insurance, then doublecheck by contacting your insurance plan to confirm they’re in network. 

    How can I book an appointment online with a Neuralgia doctor near Mount Pleasant, SC?

    MediFind offers direct scheduling for certain providers using the “Request Appointment” button on that provider’s profile. If the schedule option is not available for a provider, tap the red “Show Phone Number” button on their profile to get their contact information. If you prefer to find providers who offer online scheduling, select “Schedules online” under the “Availability” category of the filter feature on the left side of the Neuralgia doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Neuralgia doctor?

    Second opinions are an opportunity to confirm a diagnosis and its root cause, learn about alternative treatment options, or simply gain peace of mind. Many people, especially those with serious diagnoses, get second opinions so they can understand all their options and make informed decisions, so don’t hesitate to get one if you have any doubts or need more information or clarification regarding your care. Note that some insurance plans require second opinions, while others don’t cover second opinions, so be sure to confirm with your insurance provider first.   

    How can I prepare for my appointment with a Neuralgia doctor near Mount Pleasant, SC?

    Prepare for your appointment by gathering the following items: 

    • Copies of medical records (dating back at least one year) 
    • Your medical history, including illnesses, medical conditions, surgeries, and other doctors you see 
    • Family history of disease 
    • List of current prescription drugs, over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal remedies or supplements including names and doses 
    • Allergies to medications, food, latex, insects, etc.  
    • List of questions and concerns 
    • Your insurance card 

    You might also contact the provider’s office to see if they offer transportation or childcare services or if you’re allowed to bring a loved one for support or to take notes during your visit. 

    What questions should I ask my Neuralgia doctor?

    Here are some sample questions: 

    • Can you explain in simple terms what this condition is and how it’s treated? 
    • What symptoms or side effects should I watch for? 
    • What tests will be involved, and when can I expect results? 
    • Are there other specialists I need to see? 
    • What’s the best way to reach you if I have follow-up questions? 

    How can I learn about the latest clinical trials and research advances my Neuralgia doctor may know about?

    MediFind’s Clinical Trials tool asks you a series of questions to help you narrow down your search by health condition, age, gender, location, how far you’re willing to travel, and more. Each question you answer filters down the number of trials until you find the ones that are most relevant to you. 

    MediFind’s Latest Advances tool features summaries of recent articles published in medical journals. We use cutting-edge technology to scour medical publication databases for the latest research advancements on any given condition, then we simplify this information in a way that’s useful and easy to understand. 

    Can I filter my search to show male or female Neuralgia doctors near Mount Pleasant, SC?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Neuralgia doctor search results page. Select “Female” or “Male” under the “Gender” category to search for female or male providers exclusively. If the “Any” option is selected, it will pull results for both male and female providers. 

    Can I filter my search to find a Neuralgia doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Neuralgia doctor search results page. Select “Offers telehealth visits” under the Availability category to search for providers who offer virtual appointments (video calls). 

    Reviewed on: 11/11/24  

    By: MediFind Medical Staff 

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