The 20 Best UPJ Obstruction Doctors Near Me in North Charleston, SC

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Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 35 doctor with experience in UPJ Obstruction near North Charleston, SC. Of these, 19 are Advanced, 10 are Experienced and 6 are Distinguished.

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    Distinguished in UPJ Obstruction
    Distinguished in UPJ Obstruction

    MUSC Health Urology At Rutledge Tower

    135 Rutledge Ave, 5th Floor, 
    Charleston, SC 
     (7.3 miles away)
    Experience:
    38+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. John B. Adams, II, is a board-certified urologist who treats adults ages 18 and above. A native of Savannah, Georgia, Dr. Adams earned his medical degree from Emory University School of Medicine in Atlanta, Georgia. Upon graduation, he completed a urological residency at Emory University Hospital, followed by a laparoscopy and minimally invasive surgery fellowship at the prestigious Johns Hopkins Hospital. After serving as a full-time faculty member at the Medical College of Georgia in Augusta, Dr. Adams returned to the Lowcountry, bringing his world-class medical training. He is dedicated to attaining the highest levels of medical education and providing the latest advances in urological care. Dr. Adams is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of UPJ Obstruction. He is also highly rated in 41 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Prostate Cancer, Familial Prostate Cancer, Perirenal Abscess, Ureteroscopy, and Prostatectomy. Dr. Adams is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in UPJ Obstruction
    Distinguished in UPJ Obstruction

    Ralph H Johnson VA Medical Center

    109 Bee St, 
    Charleston, SC 
     (7.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Ross Rames is a Urologist practicing medicine in Charleston, South Carolina. Dr. Rames is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of UPJ Obstruction. He is also highly rated in 13 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Retroperitoneal Fibrosis, Intussusception in Children, Urinary Tract Infection in Children, UPJ Obstruction, and Ureteroscopy.

    Distinguished in UPJ Obstruction
    Distinguished in UPJ Obstruction

    Palmetto Adult & Children's Urology

    2890 Tricom St, 
    North Charleston, SC 
     (7.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Nelson Ploch is a Urologist practicing medicine in North Charleston, South Carolina. Dr. Ploch is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of UPJ Obstruction. He is also highly rated in 49 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Bacterial Prostatitis, Nonbacterial Prostatitis, Urethritis, Ureteroscopy, and Prostatectomy. Dr. Ploch is currently accepting new patients.

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    Distinguished in UPJ Obstruction
    Distinguished in UPJ Obstruction

    Palmetto Adult & Children's Urology

    2890 Tricom St, 
    North Charleston, SC 
     (7.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Samuel Nickles is a Urologist practicing medicine in North Charleston, South Carolina. Dr. Nickles is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of UPJ Obstruction. He is also highly rated in 47 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses UPJ Obstruction, Urinary Tract Infection in Children, Urinary Tract Infection (UTI), Ureteroscopy, and Reconstructive Urology Surgery. Dr. Nickles is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in UPJ Obstruction
    Distinguished in UPJ Obstruction

    Palmetto Adult & Children's Urology

    2890 Tricom St, 
    North Charleston, SC 
     (7.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Theodore Brisson is a Urologist practicing medicine in North Charleston, South Carolina. Dr. Brisson is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of UPJ Obstruction. He is also highly rated in 46 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Urinary Incontinence, Urinary Tract Infection in Children, Urinary Tract Infection (UTI), Nephrectomy, and Reconstructive Urology Surgery. Dr. Brisson is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in UPJ Obstruction
    Distinguished in UPJ Obstruction

    Palmetto Adult & Children's Urology

    2890 Tricom St, 
    North Charleston, SC 
     (7.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Taylor Vaughan is a Urologist practicing medicine in North Charleston, South Carolina. Dr. Vaughan is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of UPJ Obstruction. He is also highly rated in 39 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses UPJ Obstruction, Urinary Tract Infection in Children, Urinary Tract Infection (UTI), Nephrectomy, and Reconstructive Urology Surgery. Dr. Vaughan is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in UPJ Obstruction
    Advanced in UPJ Obstruction

    MUSC Health Urology At Rutledge Tower

    135 Rutledge Ave, 5th Floor, 
    Charleston, SC 
     (7.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Stephen Savage graduated from Dartmouth College in 1989, completed medical school at the Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons in 1993 and received his urology training at the Mount Sinai Medical Center in New York City in 1999. He went on to receive fellowship training in minimally invasive urology at the Cleveland Clinic Foundation. Following completion of his fellowship, he was the director of minimally invasive urology at Mount Sinai Medical Center from 2000 through 2002 when he joined the staff at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center to help develop their minimally invasive urologic oncology program. He joined the staff at the Medical University of South Carolina and Hollings Cancer Center in 2004 as an associate professor of urology and director of minimally invasive urology.Dr. Savage has interest and expertise in the minimally invasive treatment of urologic cancers including prostate, kidney, bladder and testicular. He has performed complex minimally invasive surgeries since 1999 and continues to utilize these techniques to benefit patients in the approach to urologic cancer. He has published numerous articles related to urologic cancers and participates in many multidisciplinary clinical trials. He is the vice chairman of the Department of Urology and is the director of the urologic oncology fellowship at MUSC. Dr. Savage is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of UPJ Obstruction. He is also highly rated in 34 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Prostate Cancer, Familial Prostate Cancer, Ureterocele, Nephrectomy, and Reconstructive Urology Surgery. Dr. Savage is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in UPJ Obstruction
    Advanced in UPJ Obstruction

    MUSC Health Urology At North Area Medical Pavilion

    8992 University Blvd, 3rd Floor, 
    North Charleston, SC 
     (7.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Barry Lifson is originally from New York. He attended medical school at New York Medical College in Valhalla, New York. He completed two residencies - one in general surgery at Lincoln Medical and Mental Health Center in the Bronx and the other in urology at New York Medical College in Valhalla. He completed his fellowship in endourology (minimally invasive kidney surgery including stones) in Minneapolis, Minnesota.Dr. Lifson has practiced medicine in New York as well as West Virginia. He is a member of the American Urology Association, the American College of Surgeons, and the Endourology Society. Dr. Lifson is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of UPJ Obstruction. He is also highly rated in 19 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Urinary Tract Infection in Children, Urinary Tract Infection (UTI), Enlarged Prostate (BPH), Ureteroscopy, and Reconstructive Urology Surgery. Dr. Lifson is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in UPJ Obstruction
    Advanced in UPJ Obstruction

    MUSC Health Urology At North Area Medical Pavilion

    8992 University Blvd, 3rd Floor, 
    North Charleston, SC 
     (7.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Robert Grubb, MD, specializes in Urology, and Prostate Cancer and is located in North Charleston, SC. Dr. Grubb is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of UPJ Obstruction. He is also highly rated in 32 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Muscle Invasive Bladder Cancer, Familial Prostate Cancer, Prostate Cancer, Reconstructive Urology Surgery, and Nephrectomy. Dr. Grubb is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in UPJ Obstruction
    Advanced in UPJ Obstruction

    Lowcountry Urology Clinics

    1470 Tobias Gadson Blvd Ste 201, 
    Charleston, SC 
     (5.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Mark Buchanan is a Urologist practicing medicine in Charleston, South Carolina. Dr. Buchanan is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of UPJ Obstruction. He is also highly rated in 26 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Urinary Tract Infection in Children, Urinary Tract Infection (UTI), Muscle Invasive Bladder Cancer, Ureteroscopy, and Prostatectomy. Dr. Buchanan is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in UPJ Obstruction
    Advanced in UPJ Obstruction

    Lowcountry Ambulatory Center LLC

    641 Saint Andrews Blvd, 
    Charleston, SC 
     (6.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Bradley Steele is a Urologist practicing medicine in Charleston, South Carolina. Dr. Steele is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of UPJ Obstruction. He is also highly rated in 34 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Urinary Tract Infection in Children, Boils, Kidney Stones, Ureteroscopy, and Reconstructive Urology Surgery.

    Advanced in UPJ Obstruction
    Advanced in UPJ Obstruction

    Lowcountry Ambulatory Center LLC

    641 Saint Andrews Blvd, 
    Charleston, SC 
     (6.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    John Britton is a Urologist practicing medicine in Charleston, South Carolina. Dr. Britton is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of UPJ Obstruction. He is also highly rated in 32 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Kidney Stones, Boils, Familial Prostate Cancer, Reconstructive Urology Surgery, and Nephrectomy.

    Advanced in UPJ Obstruction
    Advanced in UPJ Obstruction

    Lowcountry Ambulatory Center LLC

    641 Saint Andrews Blvd, 
    Charleston, SC 
     (6.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Ian Marshall is a Urologist practicing medicine in Charleston, South Carolina. Dr. Marshall is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of UPJ Obstruction. He is also highly rated in 19 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Kidney Stones, Boils, Urinary Tract Infection in Children, Urinary Tract Infection (UTI), and Ureteroscopy.

    Experienced in UPJ Obstruction
    Experienced in UPJ Obstruction

    MUSC Health Urology At Rutledge Tower

    135 Rutledge Ave, 5th Floor, 
    Charleston, SC 
     (7.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Eric S. Rovner, M.D. is the director of the section of voiding dysfunction, female urology, and urodynamics in the Department of Urology at MUSC. He has a highly specialized clinical practice within urology and sees mostly patients with complex voiding problems including urinary incontinence, vaginal prolapse, urinary fistulae, and neurogenic bladder dysfunction. Dr. Rovner is a board-certified member of the American Urological Association, fellow of the American College of Surgeons, as well as a member of the American Association of GU Surgeons, Society of Pelvic Surgeons, Society of University Urologists, Societe Internationale D'Urologie, and the Society for Urodynamics, Female Urology, and Urogenital Reconstruction (SUFU), among others. Dr. Rovner has served on several committees for the WHO international consultation on incontinence, and served as a member of the American Urological Association's stress incontinence surgery guidelines committee. He is a past president of SUFU, past chair of the young urologists committee of the AUA and past member of the AUA education council as well as the ABU/AUA written and oral examination committees. Dr. Rovner's research interests include the study of voiding dysfunction, incontinence, overactive bladder, neurourology, and urodynamics. He has held several visiting professorships nationally and internationally, and is the author of over 150 peer-reviewed scientific articles, monographs, and book chapters on these topics as well as a book on urinary incontinence and urodynamics. He has been an invited speaker on numerous occasions throughout the United States and the world and has been the principal or co-investigator on multiple grants. Dr. Rovner is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of UPJ Obstruction. He is also highly rated in 14 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Urinary Incontinence, Stress Urinary Incontinence, Frequent or Urgent Urination, Bladder Reconstruction, and Reconstructive Urology Surgery. Dr. Rovner is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in UPJ Obstruction
    Experienced in UPJ Obstruction

    MUSC Health Urology At Rutledge Tower

    135 Rutledge Ave, 5th Floor, 
    Charleston, SC 
     (7.3 miles away)
    Experience:
    18+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Matvey Tsivian is a board-certified, fellowship-trained urologic oncologist. Dr. Tsivian graduated Magna cum Laude from the University of Bologna Medical School in Italy, followed by an internship and residency at Duke University Medical Center. He then completed a urologic oncology fellowship at Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota. Prior to joining MUSC Health in 2024, Dr. Tsivian was an Assistant Professor of Urology at Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist Comprehensive Cancer Center.Dr. Tsivian is quadrilingual, with a fluency in English, Hebrew, Russian, and Italian. He has [published numerous articles](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/?term=Tsivian+M&cauthor_id=24101216) related to urologic cancers and participates in many genitourinary oncology clinical trials. Dr. Tsivian is the Director of the Urologic Oncology Fellowship at the Medical University of South Carolina. Dr. Tsivian is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of UPJ Obstruction. He is also highly rated in 20 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Bladder Cancer, Renal Cell Carcinoma (RCC), Urothelial Cancer, Nephrectomy, and Prostatectomy. Dr. Tsivian is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in UPJ Obstruction
    Advanced in UPJ Obstruction

    Lowcountry Urology Clinics

    2687 Lake Park Dr, 
    North Charleston, SC 
     (7.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Alexander Ramsay is a Urologist practicing medicine in North Charleston, South Carolina. Dr. Ramsay is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of UPJ Obstruction. He is also highly rated in 25 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Familial Prostate Cancer, Prostate Cancer, Urinary Tract Infection in Children, Ureteroscopy, and Prostatectomy. Dr. Ramsay is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in UPJ Obstruction
    Advanced in UPJ Obstruction

    Lowcountry Urology Clinics

    2687 Lake Park Dr, 
    North Charleston, SC 
     (7.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Marshall Wingo is a Urologist practicing medicine in North Charleston, South Carolina. Dr. Wingo is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of UPJ Obstruction. He is also highly rated in 24 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses WT1-Related Wilms Tumor Syndromes, Chromophobe Renal Cell Carcinoma, Clear Cell Sarcoma, Prostatectomy, and Ureteroscopy. Dr. Wingo is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in UPJ Obstruction
    Advanced in UPJ Obstruction

    Lowcountry Urology Clinics

    2687 Lake Park Dr, 
    North Charleston, SC 
     (7.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Justin Ellett is a Urologist practicing medicine in North Charleston, South Carolina. Dr. Ellett is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of UPJ Obstruction. He is also highly rated in 15 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Enlarged Prostate (BPH), Urinary Tract Infection (UTI), Urinary Tract Infection in Children, Reconstructive Urology Surgery, and Ureteroscopy. Dr. Ellett is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in UPJ Obstruction
    Advanced in UPJ Obstruction

    Lowcountry Urology Clinics PA

    2687 Lake Park Dr, 
    North Charleston, SC 
     (7.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    William Carter is a Urologist practicing medicine in North Charleston, South Carolina. Dr. Carter is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of UPJ Obstruction. He is also highly rated in 29 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Prostate Cancer, Familial Prostate Cancer, Urinary Tract Infection in Children, Urinary Tract Infection (UTI), and Ureteroscopy.

    Advanced in UPJ Obstruction
    Advanced in UPJ Obstruction

    Roper St. Francis Physicians Network

    180 Wingo Way Ste 304, 
    Mount Pleasant, SC 
     (8.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Dennis Kubinski is a Urologist practicing medicine in Mount Pleasant, South Carolina. Dr. Kubinski is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of UPJ Obstruction. He is also highly rated in 26 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Familial Prostate Cancer, Prostate Cancer, Retroperitoneal Fibrosis, Reconstructive Urology Surgery, and Nephrectomy.

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    Last Updated: 04/28/2026

    What is the definition of UPJ Obstruction?

    Ureteropelvic junction (UPJ) obstruction is a blockage at the point where part of the kidney attaches to one of the tubes to the bladder (ureters). This blocks the flow of urine out of the kidney.

    When should I see an UPJ Obstruction doctor near North 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 UPJ Obstruction doctor near North 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 UPJ Obstruction doctors near North 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 UPJ Obstruction doctors near North 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 UPJ Obstruction doctor near North 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 UPJ Obstruction doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different UPJ Obstruction 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 UPJ Obstruction doctor near North 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 UPJ Obstruction 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 UPJ Obstruction 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 UPJ Obstruction doctors near North Charleston, SC?

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

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the UPJ Obstruction 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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