Overview
Russ Blackwelder, MD, MDiv, CMD is Director of Geriatric Education, Community Geriatrics Section Head, and Associate Professor in the Department of Family Medicine at the Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC). He also serves as Co-Medical Director for The Village at Summerville, a local continuing care retirement community. He graduated from medical school and residency at MUSC and is a Certified Medical Director (CMD) through the American Medical Directors Association. He has won the family medicine residency program's top teaching award and been nominated multiple times for the MUSC College of Medicine's highest teaching honor. The author of multiple peer-reviewed publications, he also serves as a Board Review Faculty focusing on Geriatrics for the American Academy of Family Physicians Board Review Course. While directing the Geriatrics curriculum for the MUSC Family Medicine Residency since 2015, he has mentored seven graduates who have been accepted to Geriatric Fellowship training. Dr. Blackwelder completed undergraduate education at Presbyterian College in Clinton, SC, a Master of Divinity at Columbia Theological Seminary in Decatur, Ga, and is an ordained minister in the Presbyterian Church (USA). His clinical interests include Geriatrics, Geriatric education, Palliative Care, and the role of physicians in society.
Dr. Blackwelder is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Muscle Atrophy, Decerebrate Posture, Decorticate Posture, Endoscopy, and Pacemaker Implantation.
He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 11 peer reviewed articles.
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171 Ashley Ave, Charleston, SC 29425
Clinical Research
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Russell S. Blackwelder
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Russell S. Blackwelder?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Russell S. Blackwelder by calling their office at 843-792-1414. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Russell S. Blackwelder a top-rated expert for Muscle Atrophy?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Russell S. Blackwelder is classified as an Advanced expert for Muscle Atrophy, 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. Russell S. Blackwelder specialize in?
While Dr. Russell S. Blackwelder is a Hospital Medicine, they have specific expertise in Muscle Atrophy, Decerebrate Posture, and Decorticate Posture. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Hospital Medicine.
Does Dr. Russell S. Blackwelder participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Russell S. Blackwelder has published 11 articles and abstracts on conditions like Muscle Atrophy. You can view a list of Dr. Russell S. Blackwelder's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Russell S. Blackwelder accept my insurance?
Dr. Russell S. Blackwelder accepts most major insurance plans, including Absolute Total Care South Carolina and Aetna. We recommend calling the office directly at 843-792-1414 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
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- Decerebrate PostureDr. Blackwelder isAdvanced. Learn about Decerebrate Posture.
- Decorticate PostureDr. Blackwelder isAdvanced. Learn about Decorticate Posture.
- Muscle AtrophyDr. Blackwelder isAdvanced. Learn about Muscle Atrophy.
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