The 20 Best HIV/AIDS Doctors Near Me in Charleston, SC

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Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 26 doctor with experience in HIV/AIDS near Charleston, SC. Of these, 17 are Experienced, 8 are Advanced and 1 are Distinguished.

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    Allison R. Eckard
    Distinguished in HIV/AIDS
    Pediatric Infectious Disease
    Distinguished in HIV/AIDS
    Pediatric Infectious Disease

    MUSC Health Infectious Disease Clinic At Rutledge Tower

    135 Rutledge Ave, 7th Floor, 
    Charleston, SC 
     (0.8 miles away)
    Experience:
    18+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Allison Eckard is a Pediatric Infectious Disease provider in Charleston, South Carolina. Dr. Eckard has been practicing medicine for over 18 years and is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of HIV/AIDS. Her top areas of expertise are HIV/AIDS, Malnutrition, Myelitis, and Vitamin D Deficiency. Dr. Eckard is currently accepting new patients.

    John E. Mckinnon
    Advanced in HIV/AIDS
    Infectious Disease
    Advanced in HIV/AIDS
    Infectious Disease

    MUSC Health Infectious Disease Clinic At Rutledge Tower

    135 Rutledge Ave, 7th Floor, 
    Charleston, SC 
     (0.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    John McKinnon, MD, specializes in Infectious Diseases and is located in Charleston, SC. Dr. Mckinnon is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of HIV/AIDS. His top areas of expertise are HIV/AIDS, Sepsis, Myelitis, and AIDS Dysmorphic Syndrome.

    Evgenia Kagan
    Advanced in HIV/AIDS
    Infectious Disease
    Advanced in HIV/AIDS
    Infectious Disease

    MUSC Health Infectious Disease Clinic At Rutledge Tower

    135 Rutledge Ave, 7th Floor, 
    Charleston, SC 
     (0.8 miles away)
    Experience:
    28+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Russian
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Evgenia Kagan, MD, specializes in Infectious Diseases and is located in Charleston, SC. Dr. Kagan is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of HIV/AIDS. Her top areas of expertise are Myelitis, HIV/AIDS, AIDS Dysmorphic Syndrome, and AIDS Dementia Complex.

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    Susan Dorman
    Advanced in HIV/AIDS
    Infectious Disease
    Advanced in HIV/AIDS
    Infectious Disease

    MUSC Health General Surgery At Rutledge Tower

    135 Rutledge Ave, 
    Charleston, SC 
     (0.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Susan Dorman is an Infectious Disease provider in Charleston, South Carolina. Dr. Dorman is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of HIV/AIDS. Her top areas of expertise are Nontuberculous Mycobacterial Lung Disease, HIV/AIDS, Mycobacterium Avium Complex Infections, and Swimming Pool Granuloma.

    Alex Olson
    Advanced in HIV/AIDS
    Internal Medicine
    Advanced in HIV/AIDS
    Internal Medicine

    MUSC Health University Internal Medicine - Rutledge Tower

    135 Rutledge Ave, 8th Floor, 
    Charleston, SC 
     (0.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Alex Olson, MD, specializes in Internal Medicine and is located in Charleston, SC. Dr. Olson is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of HIV/AIDS. His top areas of expertise are HIV/AIDS and Pulmonary Tuberculosis.

    Advanced in HIV/AIDS
    Infectious Disease
    Advanced in HIV/AIDS
    Infectious Disease

    MUSC Health General Surgery At Rutledge Tower

    135 Rutledge Ave, 
    Charleston, SC 
     (0.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Camelia Marculescu is an Infectious Disease provider in Charleston, South Carolina. Dr. Marculescu is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of HIV/AIDS. Her top areas of expertise are Osteomyelitis, Osteomyelitis in Children, Myelitis, and HIV/AIDS.

    Eric J. Palecek
    Experienced in HIV/AIDS
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in HIV/AIDS
    Internal Medicine

    MUSC Health University Internal Medicine - Rutledge Tower

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

    A native of Indianapolis, IN, Eric Palecek, M.D., is a board-certified internal medicine physician who provides primary care services to patients ages 18 and older. Dr. Palecek earned his medical degree from Brown University in Rhode Island and then completed residency training in internal medicine at the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania.Dr. Palecek loves forming longitudinal relationships with his patients by getting to know them medically and as people. He enjoys incorporating each individual's values when solving complex problems with his patients to determine a solution. Preventive medicine, chronic disease management, high cholesterol, hypertension, diabetes, and LGBTQ+ health are among Dr. Palecek's clinical interests. Dr. Palecek is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of HIV/AIDS. His top areas of expertise are Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Deep Vein Thrombosis, and Pulmonary Embolism.

    Scott R. Curry
    Experienced in HIV/AIDS
    Infectious Disease
    Experienced in HIV/AIDS
    Infectious Disease

    MUSC Health Infectious Disease Clinic At Rutledge Tower

    135 Rutledge Ave, 7th Floor, 
    Charleston, SC 
     (0.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Scott Curry, M.D. is an associate professor of medicine at MUSC who joined the division of infectious diseases in 2016. Dr. Curry grew up in Mount Pleasant and received a Bachelor of Science degree at Duke University, returning to MUSC for his medical degree. He completed his three-year internship and residency in internal medicine followed by a four-year clinical and research fellowship in infectious diseases at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center, where he stayed on as junior faculty from 2008 to 2016. While in Pittsburgh, Dr. Curry did extensive laboratory and clinical research in Clostridium difficile and established his institution's fecal microbiota transplant (FMT) program for treatment of recurrent C. difficile infections. Dr. Curry is board-certified in internal medicine and infectious diseases and spends 75 percent of his time conducting clinical and laboratory research related to the transmission and prevention of C. difficile infections. The balance of his time is spent on the general infectious diseases inpatient service at MUSC as well as one half-day of clinic weekly. He also serves as assistant hospital epidemiologist at MUSC. His clinic is primarily devoted to the care of patients with recurrent Clostridium difficile infection, and he is starting an FMT program at MUSC that aims to be a regional and national model for safe delivery of this innovative therapy. Dr. Curry's clinical interests include general infectious diseases, infections in immunocompromised hosts, hospital epidemiology, clinical microbiology, C. difficile infections, and fecal microbiota transplantation. Dr. Curry's research is supported by a K23 award from the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIH/NIAID) and focuses on the role of asymptomatic carriers in the transmission of C. difficile within hospitals. He also conducts translational research in the optimization and safe conduct of fecal microbiota transplantation for treatment of C. difficile. Dr. Curry is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of HIV/AIDS. His top areas of expertise are Bacterial Gastroenteritis, Chronic Recurrent Multifocal Osteomyelitis, Hepatitis, and Swimming Pool Granuloma.

    John W. Gnann
    Experienced in HIV/AIDS
    Infectious Disease
    Experienced in HIV/AIDS
    Infectious Disease

    University Medical Associates Of The Medical University Of South Carol

    171 Ashley Ave, 
    Charleston, SC 
     (0.9 miles away)
    Experience:
    48+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    John W. Gnann, Jr. M.D. joined the MUSC Department of Medicine, division of infectious diseases, in 2013. Dr. Gnann was born in Walterboro, South Carolina and grew up in Savannah, Georgia. Following graduation from Davidson College and Duke University School of Medicine, Dr. Gnann completed his internal medicine residency and infectious diseases fellowship at the University of Alabama at Birmingham. At UAB, Dr. Gnann began to develop his career-long interest in clinical virology and antiviral chemotherapy. Fellowship was followed by a tour of duty in the U.S. Army where Dr. Gnann served as the chief of the infectious diseases service at Madigan Army Medical Center in Tacoma, Washington. Dr. Gnann then re-located to Southern California where he completed a three-year postdoctoral research fellowship in virology and immunology at the Scripps Institute in La Jolla. At the completion of his postdoctoral fellowship, Dr. Gnann was recruited to return to UAB to join the infectious diseases faculty. During his 25 years at UAB, Dr. Gnann rose through the ranks to become a professor of medicine, pediatrics and microbiology. His research interests continued to focus on the diagnosis and treatment of viral infections, especially those caused by herpes viruses. He led numerous clinical trials related to development of antiviral therapy for infections caused by HSV and VZV. He also became interested in opportunistic viral infections occurring in immuno-compromised patients and led clinical investigations of hepatitis C in liver transplant recipients, RSV infections in bone marrow transplant patients, and BK virus disease in renal transplant recipients. In addition, Dr. Gnann developed expertise in vaccine research and was a principal investigator for studies related to VZV and anthrax vaccines. At UAB, he also served as the medical director of the 1917 (HIV) Clinic.In 2013, Dr. Gnann was recruited to move to Charleston and joined MUSC. At MUSC, Dr. Gnann continues to provide specialized care for persons living with HIV and for organ transplant recipients who experience infectious complications. He has recently accepted the role of medical director for the MUSC antimicrobial stewardship program. Dr. Gnann is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of HIV/AIDS. His top areas of expertise are Herpes Simplex Encephalitis, Nocardiosis, Genital Herpes, and Myelitis.

    Cassandra D. Salgado
    Experienced in HIV/AIDS
    Infectious Disease
    Experienced in HIV/AIDS
    Infectious Disease

    University Medical Associates Of The Medical University Of South Carol

    171 Ashley Ave, 
    Charleston, SC 
     (0.9 miles away)
    Experience:
    24+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Cassandra Salgado joined the faculty of the Medical University of South Carolina in the Department of Internal Medicine's division of infectious diseases in September 2004.After receiving her Bachelor of Arts degree in chemistry from West Virginia University, she then went on to earn her medical degree from West Virginia University School of Medicine in Morgantown. She completed her residency training in internal medicine and pediatrics and served as chief resident for the Department of Internal Medicine at West Virginia University Hospital. During her infectious diseases fellowship, Dr. Salgado earned her Master's of Science degree in health evaluation sciences and epidemiology from the University of Virginia in Charlottesville.She serves as the hospital epidemiologist for MUSC, the vice chair of quality improvement for the Department of Medicine, and is currently the interim division director for infectious diseases.Board-certified in infectious diseases and internal medicine, Dr. Salgado is an active member of numerous professional societies including the Infectious Diseases Society of America, the Society for Healthcare Epidemiology of America, the American Medical Association,Dr. Salgado's clinical interests include general infectious diseases and comprehensive HIV care. She also serves on numerous hospital committees related to patient safety issues.Dr. Salgado's primary research focuses on the investigation of outbreaks, prevention of hospital-acquired infections and the prevention and control of antimicrobial resistance. Her current research projects include surveillance of epidemiologically important organisms within the hospital system (such as methicillin-resistant S. aureus, vancomycin-resistant enterococcus, and Clostridium difficile). Dr. Salgado is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of HIV/AIDS. Her top areas of expertise are Infective Endocarditis, Methicillin-Resistant Staphylococcus Aureus (MRSA), Osteomyelitis in Children, and Osteomyelitis.

    Advanced in HIV/AIDS
    Infectious Disease
    Advanced in HIV/AIDS
    Infectious Disease

    Roper Hospital Inc.

    1481 Tobias Gadson Blvd Ste 1, 
    Charleston, SC 
     (4.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Katherine Minnick is an Infectious Disease provider in Charleston, South Carolina. Dr. Minnick is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of HIV/AIDS. Her top areas of expertise are Myelitis, AIDS Dementia Complex, HIV/AIDS, and AIDS Dysmorphic Syndrome.

    Experienced in HIV/AIDS
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in HIV/AIDS
    Internal Medicine

    MUSC Health Center For Osteoporosis & Bone Health At Rutledge Tower

    135 Rutledge Ave Fl 7, 
    Charleston, SC 
     (0.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Ruth Adekunle is an Internal Medicine provider in Charleston, South Carolina. Dr. Adekunle is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of HIV/AIDS. Her top areas of expertise are Hepatitis C, HIV/AIDS, Hepatitis, and End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD).

    Experienced in HIV/AIDS
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in HIV/AIDS
    Internal Medicine

    MUSC Health General Surgery At Rutledge Tower

    135 Rutledge Ave, 
    Charleston, SC 
     (0.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Charles Teixeira is an Internal Medicine provider in Charleston, South Carolina. Dr. Teixeira is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of HIV/AIDS. His top areas of expertise are Cryptococcosis, Osteomyelitis, Myelitis, and HIV/AIDS.

    Experienced in HIV/AIDS
    Infectious Disease
    Experienced in HIV/AIDS
    Infectious Disease

    MUSC Health General Surgery At Rutledge Tower

    135 Rutledge Ave, 
    Charleston, SC 
     (0.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Richard Lueking is an Infectious Disease provider in Charleston, South Carolina. Dr. Lueking is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of HIV/AIDS. His top areas of expertise are Osteomyelitis, Osteomyelitis in Children, Methicillin-Resistant Staphylococcus Aureus (MRSA), and Listeriosis.

    Experienced in HIV/AIDS
    Infectious Disease
    Experienced in HIV/AIDS
    Infectious Disease

    MUSC University Hospital

    171 Ashley Ave, 
    Charleston, SC 
     (0.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Maria Westerink is an Infectious Disease provider in Charleston, South Carolina. Dr. Westerink is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of HIV/AIDS. Her top areas of expertise are SAPHO Syndrome, Myelitis, HIV/AIDS, and AIDS Dementia Complex.

    Advanced in HIV/AIDS
    Infectious Disease
    Advanced in HIV/AIDS
    Infectious Disease

    Office

    1481 Tobias Gadson Blvd, 
    Charleston, SC 
     (6.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Toby Fugate is an Infectious Disease provider in Charleston, South Carolina. Dr. Fugate is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of HIV/AIDS. His top areas of expertise are Myelitis, HIV/AIDS, AIDS Dementia Complex, and AIDS Dysmorphic Syndrome.

    Advanced in HIV/AIDS
    Infectious Disease
    Advanced in HIV/AIDS
    Infectious Disease

    Lowcountry Infectious Diseases PA

    1938 Charlie Hall Blvd Unit B, 
    Charleston, SC 
     (6.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Kent Stock is an Infectious Disease provider in Charleston, South Carolina. Dr. Stock is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of HIV/AIDS. His top areas of expertise are Nontuberculous Mycobacterial Lung Disease, Mycobacterium Avium Complex Infections, Osteomyelitis, Gastrostomy, and Hip Replacement.

    Experienced in HIV/AIDS
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in HIV/AIDS
    Family Medicine

    State Of South Carolina

    3685 Rivers Ave, 
    North Charleston, SC 
     (5.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Martha Buchanan is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in North Charleston, South Carolina. Dr. Buchanan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of HIV/AIDS. Her top areas of expertise are Myelitis, HIV/AIDS, AIDS Dysmorphic Syndrome, and AIDS Dementia Complex.

    Experienced in HIV/AIDS
    Infectious Disease
    Experienced in HIV/AIDS
    Infectious Disease

    LowCountry Infectious Diseases

    1938 Charlie Hall Blvd Unit B, 
    Charleston, SC 
     (6.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Cameron Selent is an Infectious Disease provider in Charleston, South Carolina. Dr. Selent is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of HIV/AIDS. His top areas of expertise are Osteomyelitis, Osteomyelitis in Children, Infectious Arthritis, and Pustules.

    Experienced in HIV/AIDS
    Infectious Disease
    Experienced in HIV/AIDS
    Infectious Disease

    LowCountry Infectious Diseases

    1938 Charlie Hall Blvd Unit B, 
    Charleston, SC 
     (6.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Ludwig Lettau is an Infectious Disease provider in Charleston, South Carolina. Dr. Lettau is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of HIV/AIDS. His top areas of expertise are Osteomyelitis, Infectious Arthritis, Strep Throat, and Osteomyelitis in Children.

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    Last Updated: 04/28/2026

    What is the definition of HIV/AIDS?

    Human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) is the virus that causes acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS). When a person becomes infected with HIV, the virus attacks and weakens the immune system. As the immune system weakens, the person is at risk for getting life-threatening infections and cancers. When that happens, the illness is called AIDS. Once a person has the virus, it stays inside the body for life.

    When should I see an HIV/AIDS doctor near Charleston, 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 an HIV/AIDS doctor near Charleston, 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 HIV/AIDS doctors near Charleston, 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 HIV/AIDS doctors near Charleston, 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 an HIV/AIDS doctor near Charleston, 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 HIV/AIDS doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different HIV/AIDS 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 an HIV/AIDS doctor near Charleston, 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 HIV/AIDS 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 HIV/AIDS 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 HIV/AIDS doctors near Charleston, SC?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the HIV/AIDS 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 an HIV/AIDS doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the HIV/AIDS 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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