The 20 Best Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS) Doctors Near Me in Charleston, SC

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Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 11 doctor with experience in Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS) near Charleston, SC. Of these, 11 are Experienced.

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    Experienced in Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS)
    Infectious Disease
    Experienced in Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS)
    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 Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS). He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses HIV/AIDS, Sepsis, Myelitis, and AIDS Dysmorphic Syndrome. Dr. Mckinnon is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS)
    Infectious Disease
    Experienced in Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS)
    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 Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS). His clinical expertise encompasses Bacterial Gastroenteritis, Chronic Recurrent Multifocal Osteomyelitis, Hepatitis, and Swimming Pool Granuloma. Dr. Curry is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS)
    Neurosurgery
    Experienced in Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS)
    Neurosurgery

    MUSC Health Neurosurgery At University Medical Center Extension

    165 Ashley Avenue, 165 Ashley Avenue, 
    Charleston, SC 
     (0.9 miles away)
    Experience:
    14+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Arabic
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Sami Al Kasab is an assistant professor of Neurology and Neurosurgery at the Medical University of South Carolina in the Department of Neurosurgery. Dr. Al Kasab received his M.D. from Kalamoon School of Medicine in Syria. He completed his residency training in Neurology at MUSC, Vascular Neurology fellowship at the University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics, and Neuro-Endovascular Surgery fellowship at MUSC. He has clinical expertise in Stroke, brain aneurysms, arteriovenous malformations of the head and neck, and carotid artery disease. His research interest is in ischemic stroke related to underlying intracranial atherosclerosis. He is the principal investigator of the multicenter, international RESCUE-ICAS registry, and is the site PI of numerous NIH and industry funded clinical trials. Dr. Kasab is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS). He is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Stroke, Brain Aneurysm, Subdural Hematoma, Thrombectomy, and Stent Placement. Dr. Kasab is currently accepting new patients.

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    Experienced in Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS)
    Intensive Care Medicine | Pulmonary Medicine
    Experienced in Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS)
    Intensive Care Medicine | Pulmonary Medicine

    University Medical Associates Of The Medical University Of South Carol

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

    Patrick Flume is a Distinguished Professor of Medicine and Pediatrics at the Medical University of South Carolina. He serves as the Powers-Huggins Endowed Chair for Cystic Fibrosis and oversees a large Cystic Fibrosis (CF) Center, including the largest adult CF program in South Carolina. He also leads large clinical programs dedicated to patients with bronchiectasis and non-tuberculous mycobacterial (NTM) infections.He is recognized by the national and international CF community having served on the CF Foundation Center Committee, the Adult Care Consensus Committee, and the Advisory Task Force on Adult Issues, the Professional Education Committee, the European CF Society's Best Practices committee, and as founding co-chair of the CF Foundation's Pulmonary Practice Guidelines Committee. He co-led the International Working Group on Antimicrobial Resistance in Cystic Fibrosis. He is the Editor-in-Chief for the Journal of Cystic Fibrosis.He serves as Associate Vice President for Clinical Research at MUSC, leads a very busy clinical research program for CF, bronchiectasis, and NTM, and is co-principal investigator for the South Carolina Clinical \& Translational Research Institute. Many of these studies are related to new drug and therapy development for patients, but he also has an interest in determining optimal management of CF pulmonary exacerbations and is the co-PI in the STOP trials, aimed at identifying optimal treatments for exacerbations. Dr. Flume is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS). He is also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cystic Fibrosis, Bronchiectasis, Nontuberculous Mycobacterial Lung Disease, Mycobacterium Avium Complex Infections, and Lung Transplant. Dr. Flume is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS)
    Intensive Care Medicine | Pulmonary Medicine
    Experienced in Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS)
    Intensive Care Medicine | Pulmonary Medicine
    171 Ashley Ave, 
    Charleston, SC 
     (0.9 miles away)
    Experience:
    29+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    John Huggins, MD, specializes in Critical Care Medicine, and Pulmonology. Dr. Huggins is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS). He is also highly rated in 17 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pleural Effusion, Acute Interstitial Pneumonia, Interstitial Lung Disease, Endoscopy, and Lung Transplant. Dr. Huggins is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS)
    Pulmonary Medicine | Intensive Care Medicine
    Experienced in Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS)
    Pulmonary Medicine | Intensive Care Medicine

    MUSC Hollings Cancer Center

    86 Jonathan Lucas St, 86 Jonathan Lucas St, 
    Charleston, SC 
     (0.9 miles away)
    Experience:
    39+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Gerard Silvestri is a professor of medicine and a lung cancer pulmonologist at the Medical University of South Carolina with a career dedicated to the evaluation, management and improvement of outcomes of patients with this most common of malignancies. He completed his undergraduate education at Fairleigh Dickinson University, his medical degree at St. Georges University, a residency in internal medicine at the Hospital of St. Raphaels/Yale University School of Medicine and fellowship training at Dartmouth. He has an advanced degree in health services research, also from Dartmouth.Dr. Silvestri began the first multidisciplinary lung cancer clinic in South Carolina, and now evaluates between five and seven new lung cancers per week. His clinical research is patient-oriented and directed towards nearly every aspect of lung cancer care. He has experience in evaluating new technologies for the diagnosis and staging of lung cancer and was the part of the first group to publish the utility of endoscopic ultrasound with fine needle aspiration of mediastinal lymph nodes to stage lung cancer patients. Dr. Silvestri has been a section editor and author of the American College of Chest Physicians evidence-based guidelines on the diagnosis and management of lung cancer. To date, he has over 200 peer-reviewed journal publications, abstracts, book chapters and invited commentaries in clinical care and research of lung cancer. He has lectured as a master clinician in lung cancer for both the American College of Chest Physicians (ACCP) and the American Thoracic Society (ATS), and has served as chair of the Thoracic Oncology Network of the ACCP. Dr. Silvestri is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS). He is also highly rated in 18 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Lung Nodules, Lung Cancer, Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC), Endoscopy, and Advanced Bronchoscopy. Dr. Silvestri is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS)
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS)
    Internal Medicine

    Office

    169 Ashley Ave Rm 202MUH, 
    Charleston, SC 
     (0.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jordan Chamberlin is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Charleston, South Carolina. Dr. Chamberlin is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS). He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Sarcoidosis, Lung Nodules, Pulmonary Embolism, and Anal Cancer.

    Experienced in Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS)
    Neurology
    Experienced in Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS)
    Neurology

    MUSC Health General Surgery At Rutledge Tower

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

    Gina Perez is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Charleston, South Carolina. Dr. Perez is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS). She is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Neurosarcoidosis, Transverse Myelitis, Neuromyelitis Optica, and Optic Neuritis.

    Experienced in Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS)
    Experienced in Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS)

    Institute For Applied Neurosciences

    96 Jonathan Lucas St, 
    Charleston, SC 
     (0.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Christine Holmstedt is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Charleston, South Carolina. Dr. Holmstedt is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS). She is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Stroke, Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA), Dysarthria, Thrombectomy, and Carotid Artery Surgery.

    Experienced in Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS)
    Pulmonary Medicine
    Experienced in Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS)
    Pulmonary Medicine

    Lowcountry Lung & Critical Care

    9150 Medcom St Ste B, 
    North Charleston, SC 
     (12.2 miles away)
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Jared Intaphan is a Pulmonary Medicine provider practicing medicine in North Charleston, South Carolina. He has been practicing medicine for over 17 years. Dr. Intaphan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS). He is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Lung Metastases, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Pneumonia, Pulmonary Fibrosis, and Gastrostomy.

    Experienced in Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS)
    Pulmonary Medicine
    Experienced in Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS)
    Pulmonary Medicine

    Lowcountry Lung & Critical Care

    9150 Medcom St Ste B, 
    North Charleston, SC 
     (12.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Leslie Wilke is a Pulmonary Medicine provider practicing medicine in North Charleston, South Carolina. Dr. Wilke is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS). She is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Lung Metastases, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Lung Nodules, and Hypersensitivity Pneumonitis.

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    Last Updated: 04/28/2026

    What is the definition of Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS)?

    Severe acute respiratory syndrome (SARS) is a serious form of pneumonia. Infection with the SARS virus may cause acute respiratory distress (severe breathing difficulty), and sometimes death.

    This article is about the outbreak of SARS that occurred in 2003. For information about the COVID-19 outbreak caused by SARS-CoV-2, please see the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) website.

    When should I see a Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS) 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 a Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS) 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 Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS) 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 Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS) 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 a Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS) 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 Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS) doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS) 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 Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS) 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 Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS) 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 Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS) 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 Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS) doctors near Charleston, SC?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS) 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 Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS) doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS) 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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