The 20 Best Syringomyelia Doctors Near Me in South Carolina, US

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Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 66 doctor with experience in Syringomyelia near South Carolina, US. Of these, 61 are Experienced and 5 are Advanced.

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    Joseph T. Cheatle
    Advanced in Syringomyelia
    Advanced in Syringomyelia

    Carolina Neurosurgery & Spine Associates - Rock Hill

    937 Riverwalk Parkway, Suite 101, 
    Rock Hill, SC 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Joseph Cheatle is a Neurosurgery provider in Rock Hill, South Carolina. Dr. Cheatle is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Syringomyelia. His top areas of expertise are Subdural Hematoma, Hydrocephalus, Congenital Cardiovascular Shunt, Sacral Nerve Stimulation, and Awake Craniotomy. Dr. Cheatle is currently accepting new patients.

    Charles C. Kanos
    Experienced in Syringomyelia
    Experienced in Syringomyelia

    Prisma Health Southeastern Neurosurgical And Spine Institute

    109 Doctors Drive, 
    Greenville, SC 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Charles Kanos is a Neurosurgery provider in Greenville, South Carolina. Dr. Kanos is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Syringomyelia. His top areas of expertise are Astrocytoma, Glioblastoma, Sciatica, Awake Craniotomy, and Microdiscectomy. Dr. Kanos is currently accepting new patients.

    Lacey M. Carter
    Experienced in Syringomyelia
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Syringomyelia
    General Surgery

    Prisma Health Pediatric Neurosurgery – Greenville

    48 Cross Park Court, 
    Greenville, SC 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Lacey Carter is a General Surgeon in Greenville, South Carolina. Dr. Carter is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Syringomyelia. Her top areas of expertise are Hydrocephalus, Arachnoid Cysts, Intraventricular Hemorrhage of the Newborn, and Syringobulbia. Dr. Carter is currently accepting new patients.

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    John J. Melchert
    Experienced in Syringomyelia
    Experienced in Syringomyelia

    Prisma Health Neurology–Greenville

    200 Patewood Drive, Suite B350, 
    Greenville, SC 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    John Melchert is a Neurologist in Greenville, South Carolina. Dr. Melchert is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Syringomyelia. His top areas of expertise are Partial Familial Epilepsy, Partial Seizure, Memory Loss, and Seizures. Dr. Melchert is currently accepting new patients.

    Thomas Anderson
    Experienced in Syringomyelia
    Neurosurgery
    Experienced in Syringomyelia
    Neurosurgery

    Southeastern Spine Institute

    1625 Hospital Drive, 
    Mount Pleasant, SC 
    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 Syringomyelia. His top areas of expertise are Cervical Spondylosis, Spinal Stenosis, Cervical Myelopathy, Herniated Disc Surgery, and Cervical Disc Surgery.

    Ahmad A. Bader
    Experienced in Syringomyelia
    Neurosurgery
    Experienced in Syringomyelia
    Neurosurgery

    Prisma Health Neurosurgery – Richland

    3 Richland Medical Park Drive, Suite 310, 
    Columbia, SC 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Arabic
    Accepting New Patients

    Ahmad Bader is a Neurosurgery provider in Columbia, South Carolina. Dr. Bader is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Syringomyelia. His top areas of expertise are Subdural Hematoma, Chronic Subdural Hematoma, Spinal Stenosis, Laminectomy, and Microdiscectomy. Dr. Bader is currently accepting new patients.

    Catherine F. Smith
    Experienced in Syringomyelia
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Syringomyelia
    General Surgery

    Prisma Health Pediatric Neurosurgery – Columbia

    9 Richland Medical Park Drive, Suite 640, 
    Columbia, SC 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Catherine Smith is a General Surgeon in Columbia, South Carolina. Dr. Smith is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Syringomyelia. Her top areas of expertise are Subdural Hematoma, Myelomeningocele, Hydrocephalus, Gastrostomy, and Balloon Sinuplasty. Dr. Smith is currently accepting new patients.

    Norman Bettle
    Experienced in Syringomyelia
    Experienced in Syringomyelia

    Novant Health Neurology - Arley Way

    11 Arley Way, Suite 201, 
    Bluffton, SC 
    Experience:
    29+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Norman Bettle is a Neurologist in Bluffton, South Carolina. Dr. Bettle has been practicing medicine for over 29 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Syringomyelia. His top areas of expertise are Cerebellar Degeneration, Memory Loss, Congenital Insensitivity to Pain with Anhidrosis, and Infantile Axonal Neuropathy.

    Gregoire P. Chatain
    Experienced in Syringomyelia
    Experienced in Syringomyelia

    Prisma Health Southeastern Neurosurgical And Spine Institute

    111 Doctors Drive, 
    Greenville, SC 
    Experience:
    10+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Gregoire Chatain is a Neurosurgery provider in Greenville, South Carolina. Dr. Chatain has been practicing medicine for over 10 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Syringomyelia. His top areas of expertise are Cushing's disease, Nelson Syndrome, Pituitary Tumor, Lordosis, and Tissue Biopsy. Dr. Chatain is currently accepting new patients.

    Ramin Eskandari
    Advanced in Syringomyelia
    General Surgery
    Advanced in Syringomyelia
    General Surgery

    MUSC Children's Health Neurosurgery At Summey Medical Pavilion

    2250 Mall Drive, 2nd Floor, 
    North Charleston, SC 
    Experience:
    20+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Farsi
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Ramin Eskandari grew up in Ann Arbor, Michigan and received his bachelors in science in biology/neurobiology at the University of Michigan. After college Dr. Eskandari lived in Switzerland while working at a sports camp for kids. This was followed but two more years of international travel while receiving his Master's in Medical Science. He participated in research projects in artificial vision and hydrocephalus, fueling his future research interests in pediatric hydrocephalus and brain injury.Ramin Eskandari is an associate professor of neurosurgery and chief of pediatric neurosurgery at the Medical University of South Carolina. He holds adjunct positions in the Departments of Pediatrics (Child Neurology), Surgery (Plastic Surgery) and Immunology/Microbiology (Director of Pediatric Brain Injury and Hydrocephalus Research). His clinical expertise focuses on the surgical management of children with disorders of the brain and spine, minimally invasive methods for treating pediatric neurosurgical disorders, and endoscopic treatment of multiple disorders including complex hydrocephalus and brain tumors. Dr. Eskandari has always had a very fervent desire to maintain basic science research alongside clinical therapeutics. He opened the first pediatric hydrocephalus and brain jury research laboratory in South Carolina in 2014 and has maintained active research through internal, state level and philanthropic grant funding. Currently, his laboratory has invented a novel cell culture model of elevated intracranial pressure and has collaborated on a novel medical therapeutic to prevent progressive brain injury and hydrocephalus in neonates with brain hemorrhage. Dr. Eskandari is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Syringomyelia. His top areas of expertise are Hydrocephalus, Syringomyelia, Chiari Malformation, Posterior Fossa Decompression, and Thrombectomy.

    Experienced in Syringomyelia
    Neurology
    Experienced in Syringomyelia
    Neurology

    Colonial Family Practice–Colonial Neurology

    385 West Wesmark Boulevard, 
    Sumter, SC 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    John Baker is a Neurologist in Sumter, South Carolina. Dr. Baker is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Syringomyelia. His top areas of expertise are Migraine, Memory Loss, Seizures, and Essential Tremor. Dr. Baker is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Syringomyelia
    Experienced in Syringomyelia

    Comprehensive Neurological Services PC

    436 W Palmetto St, 
    Florence, SC 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Walter Evans is a Neurologist in Florence, South Carolina. Dr. Evans is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Syringomyelia. His top areas of expertise are Stroke, Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure, Migraine, and Seizures.

    Advanced in Syringomyelia
    Palliative Medicine
    Advanced in Syringomyelia
    Palliative Medicine

    Office

    202 S 2nd St, 
    Hartsville, SC 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Joseph Powell is a primary care provider, practicing in Palliative Medicine in Hartsville, South Carolina. Dr. Powell is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Syringomyelia. His top areas of expertise are Familial Hypertension, Urinary Tract Infection in Children, Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, and Hypertension.

    Advanced in Syringomyelia
    Neurosurgery
    Advanced in Syringomyelia
    Neurosurgery

    Office

    169 Ashley Ave Rm 202MUH, 
    Charleston, SC 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Brian Saway is a Neurosurgery provider in Charleston, South Carolina. Dr. Saway is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Syringomyelia. His top areas of expertise are Subdural Hematoma, Syringomyelia, Subependymoma, Laminectomy, and Thrombectomy.

    Advanced in Syringomyelia
    Neurosurgery
    Advanced in Syringomyelia
    Neurosurgery

    Advanced Spine And Neurosurgical Associates

    115 Academy Ave, 
    Greenwood, SC 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Michael Kilburn is a Neurosurgery provider in Greenwood, South Carolina. Dr. Kilburn is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Syringomyelia. His top areas of expertise are Spinal Stenosis, Syringobulbia, Chiari Malformation Type 2, Syringomyelia, and Awake Craniotomy.

    Christina Booker
    Experienced in Syringomyelia
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Syringomyelia
    Family Medicine

    Golden Corner Family Practice

    1205 North Highway 11, 
    West Union, SC 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Christina Booker is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in West Union, South Carolina. Dr. Booker is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Syringomyelia. Her top areas of expertise are Syringobulbia, Chiari Malformation Type 2, Syringomyelia, and Acute Cystitis. Dr. Booker is currently accepting new patients.

    Curtis Worthington
    Experienced in Syringomyelia
    Experienced in Syringomyelia

    MUSC Health Neurosurgery - Florence

    1580 Freedom Blvd, Suite 106, 
    Florence, SC 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Dr. Curtis Worthington is board certified in Neurological Surgery and has been in Neurosurgical practice for over 30 years. He is a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons and the American Association of Neurological Surgeons. Dr. Worthington has special interest in degenerative spine disease and in Neuro-oncology (brain tumors). His experience in the field of Stereotactic Radiosurgery is certainly the most extensive in the state of South Carolina. He was a founding member of the International Stereotactic Radiosurgery Society. He has received various awards and citations and has many peer-reviewed publications to his name. Past academic appointments have included Clinical Associate Professor of Neurosurgery and Radiation Oncology at the Medical University of South Carolina. He has lectured around the world including in India and South Africa and in 2024 will serve in a mission hospital in Kenya. Dr. Worthington is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Syringomyelia. His top areas of expertise are Spinal Stenosis, Subdural Hematoma, Primitive Neuroectodermal Tumor (PNET), Microdiscectomy, and Herniated Disc Surgery.

    Sunil Patel
    Experienced in Syringomyelia
    Neurosurgery
    Experienced in Syringomyelia
    Neurosurgery

    MUSC Health Neurosurgery At North Area Medical Pavilion

    8992 University Blvd, 1st Floor, 
    North Charleston, SC 
    Experience:
    41+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Sunil Patel is board certified in neurological surgery, with additional fellowship training in skull base surgery, cerebrovascular surgery, and microneurosurgery. He has been in practice for over 20 years and is currently the chair of neurosurgery at MUSC. He has special expertise in minimally invasive neurosurgery of the brain and spine and endoscopic spine surgery. Dr. Patel is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Syringomyelia. His top areas of expertise are Trigeminal Neuralgia, Pseudotumor Cerebri Syndrome, Increased Intracranial Pressure, Laminectomy, and Awake Craniotomy.

    William A. Vandergrift
    Experienced in Syringomyelia
    Experienced in Syringomyelia

    MUSC Health Neurosurgery At Hollings Cancer Center

    86 Jonathan Lucas St, 2nd Floor, 3rd Floor, 
    Charleston, SC 
    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 Syringomyelia. His top areas of expertise are Meningioma, Olfactory Neuroblastoma, Sinus Cancer, Awake Craniotomy, and Gastrostomy.

    Libby K. Infinger
    Experienced in Syringomyelia
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Syringomyelia
    General Surgery

    MUSC Children's Health Neurosurgery At Summey Medical Pavilion

    2250 Mall Drive, 2nd Floor, 
    North Charleston, SC 
    Experience:
    19+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Libby Infinger received her undergraduate degree from the College of William and Mary in Williamsburg, Virginia and her Master's in Public Health from the Ohio State University in Columbus, Ohio. She went onto receive her medical degree from Northeast Ohio Medical University in Rootstown, Ohio, and completed her neurosurgery residency at the Medical University of South Carolina in 2014. Dr. Infinger returned to MUSC after completing her fellowship in pediatric neurosurgery at the Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center in Cincinnati, Ohio. Her clinical interests include craniosynostosis and craniofacial surgery, spinal dysraphism, Chiari malformation, spasticity, and neuro-oncology. She is involved in numerous professional organizations including the American Association of Neurological Surgeons, the Congress of Neurological Surgeons, and Women in Neurosurgery. Dr. Infinger is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Syringomyelia. Her top areas of expertise are Chiari Malformation, Chiari Malformation Type 2, Bulging Fontanelles, Posterior Fossa Decompression, and Thrombectomy.

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    Last Updated: 04/28/2026

    What is the definition of Syringomyelia?

    Syringomyelia is a cyst-like collection of cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) that forms in the spinal cord. Over time, it may damage the spinal cord.

    When should I see a Syringomyelia doctor in South Carolina, US?

    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 Syringomyelia doctor in South Carolina, US?

    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 Syringomyelia doctors in South Carolina, US?

    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 Syringomyelia doctors in South Carolina, US?

    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 Syringomyelia doctor in South Carolina, US?

    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 Syringomyelia doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Syringomyelia 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 Syringomyelia doctor in South Carolina, US?

    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 Syringomyelia 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 Syringomyelia 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 Syringomyelia doctors in South Carolina, US?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Syringomyelia 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 Syringomyelia doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Syringomyelia 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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