Overview
Dr. Austin D. Rutledge is a neonatologist who provides care to critically ill newborn infants with a particular interest in developmental care and assessment. Dr. Rutledge attended Transylvania University in Lexington, KY where he earned a bachelor of arts degree. He obtained his medical degree from the Kentucky College of Osteopathic Medicine at the University of Pikeville in Pikeville, KY. He then moved to Charleston where he completed his pediatric residency and neonatal-perinatal medicine fellowship here at the Medical University of South Carolina. He joined MUSC faculty in 2024. Dr. Rutledge's clinical and research interests focus on developmental care and assessment of the highest risk infants as well as early childhood neurodevelopmental outcomes. During training, he was honored to receive the Dilip M. Purohit, MD Neonatology Award bestowed by the MUSC Division of Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine faculty for outstanding performance and contribution to neonatal care during residency and the Neonatology Provider of the Year Award bestowed by his peers during fellowship. He is board certified in pediatrics and board-eligible in neonatal-perinatal medicine.
His clinical expertise encompasses Patent Ductus Arteriosus, High Blood Pressure in Infants, and Premature Infant.
He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 6 peer reviewed articles.
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MUSC University Hospital
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Austin D. Rutledge
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Austin D. Rutledge?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Austin D. Rutledge by calling their office at 843-792-4445. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Austin D. Rutledge a top-rated expert for Patent Ductus Arteriosus?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Austin D. Rutledge is classified as an Experienced expert for Patent Ductus Arteriosus, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.
What conditions does Dr. Austin D. Rutledge specialize in?
While Dr. Austin D. Rutledge is a Neonatology, they have specific expertise in Patent Ductus Arteriosus, High Blood Pressure in Infants, and Premature Infant. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Neonatology.
Does Dr. Austin D. Rutledge participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Austin D. Rutledge has published 6 articles and abstracts on conditions like Patent Ductus Arteriosus. You can view a list of Dr. Austin D. Rutledge's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Austin D. Rutledge accept my insurance?
Dr. Austin D. Rutledge accepts most major insurance plans, including Absolute Total Care South Carolina and Blue Cross Blue Shield. We recommend calling the office directly at 843-792-4445 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
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- High Blood Pressure in InfantsDr. Rutledge isExperienced. Learn about High Blood Pressure in Infants.
- Patent Ductus ArteriosusDr. Rutledge isExperienced. Learn about Patent Ductus Arteriosus.
- Premature InfantDr. Rutledge isExperienced. Learn about Premature Infant.