Expertise in
15
conditions

Dr. Virgilio V. George

Gastroenterology
The Medical University Of South Carolina Foundation
25 Courtenay Dr, 
Charleston, SC 
Accepting New Patients
Offers Telehealth
Expertise in
15
conditions
The Medical University Of South Carolina Foundation
25 Courtenay Dr, 
Charleston, SC 

Overview

Virgilio George is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Charleston, South Carolina.

Dr. George is highly rated in 15 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Colorectal Cancer, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Squamous Cell Carcinoma of the Anal Canal (SCAC), Ileostomy, and Bladder Reconstruction.

He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 28 peer reviewed articles and participating in 1 clinical trial. Dr. George is currently accepting new patients.

Specialties

Gastroenterology

Licenses

Colon & Rectal Surgery in IN

Hospital Affiliations

Tidelands Waccamaw Community Hospital
Beaufort County Memorial Hospital
Musc Medical Center

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Male

Insurance

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Accepted insurance plans:

Absolute Total Care South Carolina
  • HMO
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
Aetna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Anthem BCBS
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
CareFirst
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
CareSource
  • HMO
Cigna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Health Care Services Corporation
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
  • PPO
Humana
  • HMO
  • INDEMNITY
  • POS
  • PPO
Independent Health
  • EPO
  • POS
  • PPO
Managed Medicaid
  • OTHER MANAGED MEDICAID
Medicaid
  • OTHER MEDICAID
  • STATE MEDICAID
Premera Blue Cross
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • PPO
UnitedHealthcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Wellcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
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Locations

The Medical University of South Carolina Foundation
25 Courtenay Dr, Charleston, SC 29425
Other Locations
MUSC University Hospital
171 Ashley Ave, Charleston, SC 29425

Additional Areas of Focus

Dr. George has provided the following conditions as areas of focus. Please note that we may not have enough data to validate their experience in some of these conditions.

Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease
Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH)

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.

1 Clinical Trials

A Randomized, Controlled, Parallel, Multicenter Study Assessing Perfusion Outcomes With PINPOINT® Near Infrared Fluorescence Imaging in Low Anterior Resection
A Randomized, Controlled, Parallel, Multicenter Study Assessing Perfusion Outcomes With PINPOINT® Near Infrared Fluorescence Imaging in Low Anterior Resection
Enrollment Status: Terminated
Publish Date: June 24, 2020
Intervention Type: Device
Study Phase: Not Applicable

28 Total Publications

Single-Institution Experience Using Circulating Tumor DNA to Monitor Recurrence in Rectal Cancer.
Single-Institution Experience Using Circulating Tumor DNA to Monitor Recurrence in Rectal Cancer.
Journal: Diseases of the colon and rectum
Published: April 14, 2026
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Charleston, SC 
 (0.3 miles away)
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Virgilio V. George

How do I make an appointment with Dr. Virgilio V. George?

You can book an appointment with Dr. Virgilio V. George by calling their office at 843-876-5788. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. Virgilio V. George a top-rated expert for Colorectal Cancer?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Virgilio V. George is classified as an Distinguished expert for Colorectal Cancer, 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. Virgilio V. George specialize in?

While Dr. Virgilio V. George is a Gastroenterology, they have specific expertise in Colorectal Cancer, Familial Colorectal Cancer, and Squamous Cell Carcinoma of the Anal Canal (SCAC). MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Gastroenterology.

Does Dr. Virgilio V. George participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Virgilio V. George has published 28 articles and abstracts on conditions like Colorectal Cancer. You can view a list of Dr. Virgilio V. George's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Virgilio V. George accept my insurance?

Dr. Virgilio V. George accepts most major insurance plans, including Absolute Total Care South Carolina and Aetna. We recommend calling the office directly at 843-876-5788 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

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