25 of the Best Internists Near Me in Kiawah Island, SC

As both an internal medicine and psychiatry physician, I believe wellness comes from caring for the whole person - body, mind, and lifestyle. My passion is building lasting relationships with patients so that we can work together in your pursuit to prevent illness and promote healthier living. And being in the MDVIP model gives me the tools to better help you manage your chronic conditions. I strive to be approachable, attentive and proactive in helping you work to reach your health goals.As a board-certified internal medicine doctor serving patients across Charleston, Johns Island and the Lowcountry, South Carolina, I provide personalized healthcare that helps address primary care needs while also supporting mental health, women's health, nutrition, sleep and hypertension concerns.I work with MUSC Health and local hospitals to advocate for your care when needed. My MDVIP-affiliated practice offers services, including comprehensive, advanced health screenings and diagnostic tests, that go far beyond those found in concierge medicine practices. I also offer conveniences like same- or next-day appointments with minimal waiting.**Honors \& Awards** Diversity in Addiction Research Training Fellowship, Medical University of South Carolina, 2023-2025 Gold Humanism Honors Society, Medical University of South Carolina 2018 James B. Edwards Scholarship, Medical University of South Carolina 2016-2020 Phi Beta Kappa, University of Florida 2015 Golden Key International Honor Society, University of Florida 2015 Alumni Scholarship, University of Florida 2012 South Carolina Life Scholarship, College of Charleston 2011 Presidential Scholarship, College of Charleston 2011**Published Works** Book, G., Thomas, M., Zhang, J., Marsden, J., \& Kalivas, B. (2024). The Use of Mechanical Restraints at a Large Academic Hospital: a Retrospective Cross-Sectional Analysis. His clinical expertise encompasses Familial Benign Copper Deficiency and Delirium. Dr. Book is currently accepting new patients.

This provider is a board-certified internist who only sees patients ages 18 and older. If the patient is under 18 years of age, please select a different primary care provider. We apologize for any inconvenience.Leonard Lichtenstein, M.D. is an associate professor in medicine. He completed college at Ursinus College, earning a BS in chemistry. He completed medical school at Temple Medical School and did residency at Vanderbilt Medical Center in internal medicine. Dr. Lichtenstein completed his fellowship at the Medical University of South Carolina in endocrinology and metabolism.Dr. Lichtenstein's current certifications and awards are as follows: professional service award, American Diabetes Association; fellow of the American College of Physicians; fellow of the Philadelphia College of Physicians; fellow of the American College of Endocrinology; past secretary/treasurer of Carolinas Chapter of American College of Endocrinology; and past president of the South Carolina affiliate of the American Diabetes Association. Dr. Lichtenstein is highly rated in 6 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Acromegaly, Sotos Syndrome, Gigantism, and Sitosterolemia.

This provider is a board-certified internist who only sees patients ages 18 and older. If the patient is under 18 years of age, please select a different primary care provider. We apologize for any inconvenience.Dr. Brad Keith attended the College of Charleston Honor's Program from 1992 through 1996, earning his BS degree in biology during that time. He received his M.D. from the Medical University of South Carolina in 2002. Afterwards, he stayed on at MUSC to complete both his internship and residency here in internal medicine from 2002 to 2005. Dr. Keith stayed on an additional year at MUSC as a chief resident/clinical instructor in the Department of Internal Medicine. He achieved American Board of Internal Medicine certification in 2005. He is currently an assistant professor of medicine in the Department of General Internal Medicine and Geriatrics. His areas of special interest remain in general internal medicine and housestaff education. Dr. Keith is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Sickle Cell Disease, Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Familial Hypertension.

Kathy Bolus, MD, specializes in Primary Care, and Internal Medicine and is located in Charleston, SC. Dr. Bolus is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Familial Hypertension, Hypertension, and Vitamin B12 Deficiency Anemia.

This provider is a board-certified internist who only sees patients ages 18 and older. If the patient is under 18 years of age, please select a different primary care provider. We apologize for any inconvenience.Dr. Elisha Brownfield is an associate professor of medicine at the Medical University of South Carolina. She received her medical degree from the Medical College of Virginia, and completed an internal medicine residency at the Bowman-Gray School of Medicine/North Carolina Baptist Hospital.Dr. Brownfield is a member of the Society of General Internal Medicine and has served as the president of this group's southern region. She is a fellow of the American College of Physicians and a member of the Association of Program Directors of Internal Medicine. She has been chosen as one of the Best Doctors of America on multiple occasions. Her interests include medical education and leadership development. Dr. Brownfield is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Sickle Cell Disease, Vulvodynia, Hypertension, and Familial Hypertension.

"Samuel ""Skip"" Schumann, Dr. Schumann's clinical interests include the treatment of patients with hypertension, diabetes, hyperlipidemia and the coordination of care between primary care and subspecialty care for patients with (but not limited to) heart failure, cancer, and substance use disorders.". Dr. Schumann is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Sickle Cell Disease, Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF), Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), and Hypertension.

Dr. Brittney Rodriguez is an Internal Medicine physician who completed her residency training at Memorial Healthcare System in South Florida, where she was honored as Senior Resident of the Year for excellence in clinical care, leadership, and patient advocacy. She also simultaneously completed residency training in Integrative Medicine through the Andrew Weil Center at the University of Arizona.Dr. Rodriguez obtained a Bachelor of Science in Psychology from the University of Alabama (Honors College) where she was also actively involved in mentorship and research. Dr. Rodriguez earned her medical degree from Georgetown University School of Medicine in Washington DC. Her scholarly work includes publications and national presentations in gastroenterology, psychology, and Alzheimer's disease.Dr. Rodriguez is fluent in Spanish and has participated in international medical missions, reflecting her dedication to expanding access to care. Her clinical interests include integrative medicine, preventive health, and improving patient care delivery through quality improvement initiatives.Dr. Rodriguez believes in the importance of early screening practices and the importance of incorporating lifestyle medicine. She prioritizes the importance of shared decision making with her patients. Establishing patient trust is an essential component in the way Dr. Rodriguez approaches patient care. Dr. Rodriguez is looking forward to serving the Johns Island community and providing care at the MUSC Health Kiawah Partners Pavilion. Dr. Rodriguez is currently accepting new patients.

A native of Levittown, New York, Joseph Alagna, D.O., is a board-certified internal medicine physician who provides primary care services to patients ages 18 and older. He received his doctorate of osteopathic medicine from the Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine in Philadelphia and served as the Chief Medical Resident during his residency at Jefferson Health Northeast.Before receiving his doctorate, Dr. Alagna earned his Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing and has been a licensed Registered Nurse (RN) since 2010. He worked in Manhatten as an RN prior to attending medical school. Hypertension, diabetes, and LGBTQ+ health are among his clinical interests. His clinical expertise encompasses Hypertension. Dr. Alagna is currently accepting new patients.

Minh Tran is an Internal Medicine provider practicing medicine in Charleston, South Carolina. He has been practicing medicine for over 17 years. Dr. Tran is highly rated in 40 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hypertensive Heart Disease, Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF), Pediatric Myocarditis, Pacemaker Implantation, and Heart Bypass Surgery.

Mary Decker is an Internal Medicine provider practicing medicine in Charleston, South Carolina. Dr. Decker is highly rated in 25 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Posterior Fossa Tumor, Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Lung Cancer, and Intraductal Papilloma.

Praneeth Baratam is an Internal Medicine provider practicing medicine in Charleston, South Carolina. Dr. Baratam is highly rated in 15 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Myelodysplastic Syndrome (MDS), Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML), Chronic Myelogenous Leukemia (CML), Bone Marrow Aspiration, and Bone Marrow Transplant.

Ruth Livingston is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Charleston, South Carolina. She has been practicing medicine for over 44 years. Dr. Livingston is highly rated in 11 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Familial Hypertension, Hypertension, and High Cholesterol.

Charles Smith is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Charleston, South Carolina. Dr. Smith is highly rated in 10 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Nontuberculous Mycobacterial Lung Disease, Lung Cancer, Ogilvie Syndrome, Endoscopy, and Pacemaker Implantation.

Gregory Miller is an Internal Medicine provider practicing medicine in Charleston,, South Carolina. Dr. Miller is highly rated in 10 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Aortic Valve Stenosis, Angina, Atrial Fibrillation, Coronary Heart Disease, and Pacemaker Implantation.

Jeffrey Akhtar is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Charleston, South Carolina. Dr. Akhtar is highly rated in 8 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hypertensive Heart Disease, Sclerosing Mesenteritis, Enlarged Liver, and Pediatric Myocarditis. Dr. Akhtar is currently accepting new patients.

James Fayssoux is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Charleston, South Carolina. Dr. Fayssoux is highly rated in 7 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Infective Endocarditis, Endocarditis, Pleurisy, Cirrhosis, and Pacemaker Implantation.

Hugh Thompson is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Charleston, South Carolina. Dr. Thompson is highly rated in 7 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pneumonia, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Familial Hypertension, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

Christina Mingora is an Internal Medicine provider practicing medicine in Charleston, South Carolina. Dr. Mingora is highly rated in 7 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Bronchiectasis, Cystic Fibrosis, Nontuberculous Mycobacterial Lung Disease, and Secondary Immunodeficiency (SID).

Shanon Honney is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Charleston, South Carolina. Dr. Honney is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses High Cholesterol, Familial Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Hypertension.

Meena Kalluri is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Charleston, South Carolina. Dr. Kalluri is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Interstitial Lung Disease, Acute Interstitial Pneumonia, Pulmonary Fibrosis, Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis, and Lung Transplant.

Benjamin Kalivas is an Internal Medicine provider practicing medicine in Charleston, South Carolina. Dr. Kalivas is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Delirium, Major Depression, Bipolar Disorder (BPD), Schizoaffective Disorder, and Endoscopy.

Frances Hughes is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Charleston, South Carolina. Dr. Hughes is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Melorheostosis with Osteopoikilosis, Melorheostosis, Osteopenia, and Familial Hypertension.

Shannon Kennedy is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Charleston, South Carolina. Dr. Kennedy is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Alpha-1 Antitrypsin Deficiency (AATD), Hypothyroidism, Obesity in Children, and Type B Insulin Resistance Syndrome.

Lynn Manfred is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Charleston, South Carolina. Dr. Manfred is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Sickle Cell Disease, Hemoglobin SC Disease, Peptic Ulcer, and Cellulitis.

Henry Brown is an Internal Medicine provider practicing medicine in Charleston, South Carolina. Dr. Brown is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Actinic Keratosis, Warts, Nummular Eczema, and Contact Dermatitis.