Overview
Dr. Charlotte Rivers is a board-certified radiation oncologist specializing in the treatment of central nervous system, hematological, and skin cancers. She is experienced in the use of Gamma Knife radiosurgery for the treatment of brain metastases, as well as other conditions including meningiomas, arteriovenous malformations, acoustic neuromas, and trigeminal neuralgia. Dr. Rivers serves as a member of the multi-disciplinary central nervous system team, and works closely with neuro-oncology and neurosurgery in the treatment of patients with primary brain tumors. She also works in coordination with the hematology teams to provide total body irradiation (TBI) for both adult and pediatric patients needing bone marrow transplants.Dr. Rivers has published clinical research in the field of Gamma Knife radiosurgery which has been presented at several national and international conferences. She joined the team at MUSC in 2019, and is happy to be back in her home state to help bring the best care possible to the people of South Carolina. She is passionate about teaching and is very involved in resident education.
Dr. Rivers is highly rated in 29 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Metastatic Brain Tumor, Posterior Fossa Tumor, Primitive Neuroectodermal Tumor (PNET), Gamma Knife Radiosurgery, and Microvascular Decompression.
She is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 18 peer reviewed articles and participating in 1 clinical trial. Dr. Rivers is currently accepting new patients.
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Locations
86 Jonathan Lucas St, Charleston, SC 29425
86 Jonathan Lucas St, Charleston, SC 29425
Clinical Research
Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.
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MUSC University Hospital
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Charlotte I. Rivers
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Charlotte I. Rivers?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Charlotte I. Rivers by calling their office at 843-792-9300. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Charlotte I. Rivers a top-rated expert for Metastatic Brain Tumor?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Charlotte I. Rivers is classified as an Distinguished expert for Metastatic Brain Tumor, 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. Charlotte I. Rivers specialize in?
While Dr. Charlotte I. Rivers is a Radiation Oncology, they have specific expertise in Metastatic Brain Tumor, Posterior Fossa Tumor, and Primitive Neuroectodermal Tumor (PNET). MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Radiation Oncology.
Does Dr. Charlotte I. Rivers participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Charlotte I. Rivers has published 18 articles and abstracts on conditions like Metastatic Brain Tumor. You can view a list of Dr. Charlotte I. Rivers's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Charlotte I. Rivers accept my insurance?
Dr. Charlotte I. Rivers accepts most major insurance plans, including Absolute Total Care South Carolina and Aetna. We recommend calling the office directly at 843-792-9300 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Distinguished
- Acoustic NeuromaDr. Rivers isDistinguished. Learn about Acoustic Neuroma.
- AstrocytomaDr. Rivers isDistinguished. Learn about Astrocytoma.
- Atypical Teratoid Rhabdoid Tumor (ATRT)Dr. Rivers isDistinguished. Learn about Atypical Teratoid Rhabdoid Tumor (ATRT).
- Embryonal Tumor with Multilayered RosettesDr. Rivers isDistinguished. Learn about Embryonal Tumor with Multilayered Rosettes.
- EpendymomaDr. Rivers isDistinguished. Learn about Ependymoma.
- GlioblastomaDr. Rivers isDistinguished. Learn about Glioblastoma.
- Advanced
- Arteriovenous MalformationDr. Rivers isAdvanced. Learn about Arteriovenous Malformation.
- Brain TumorDr. Rivers isAdvanced. Learn about Brain Tumor.
- ChondrosarcomaDr. Rivers isAdvanced. Learn about Chondrosarcoma.
- ChordomaDr. Rivers isAdvanced. Learn about Chordoma.
- Ewing SarcomaDr. Rivers isAdvanced. Learn about Ewing Sarcoma.
- Follicular LymphomaDr. Rivers isAdvanced. Learn about Follicular Lymphoma.
- Experienced
- ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung CancerDr. Rivers isExperienced. Learn about ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer.
- Bone TumorDr. Rivers isExperienced. Learn about Bone Tumor.
- Brain Stem CancerDr. Rivers isExperienced. Learn about Brain Stem Cancer.
- Congenital Generalized FibromatosisDr. Rivers isExperienced. Learn about Congenital Generalized Fibromatosis.
- CraniopharyngiomaDr. Rivers isExperienced. Learn about Craniopharyngioma.
- Cutaneous T-Cell Lymphoma (CTCL)Dr. Rivers isExperienced. Learn about Cutaneous T-Cell Lymphoma (CTCL).