25 of the Best Pediatricians Near Me in charleston, SC

Looking for the best pediatrician near charleston, SC? Find a top pediatrician near you in charleston, SC who is an expert in your specific condition. A pediatrician is a doctor who treats a wide range of conditions for children under the age of 18.

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    University Medical Associates Of The Medical University Of South Carol

    171 Ashley Ave, 
    Charleston, SC 
     (0.9 miles away)
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    Dr. Elizabeth Mack is a pediatric critical care physician interested in quality improvement and patient safety. Dr. Mack was raised in South Carolina and did most of her training here, and did her pediatric critical care fellowship at Cincinnati Children's. In Cincinnati, she also earned her Masters of Science with a focus in biostatistics, epidemiology, and informatics. She is very active in leadership roles with the American Academy of Pediatrics and the Society of Critical Care Medicine. Dr. Mack is passionate about child health advocacy, global health, education, and patient/family engagement. Dr. Mack is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome in Children (MIS-C), Sepsis, and Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS). Dr. Mack is currently accepting new patients.

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    MUSC University Hospital

    171 Ashley Ave, 
    Charleston, SC 
     (0.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
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    Elizabeth Emrath is a Pediatrics provider practicing medicine in Charleston, South Carolina. Her clinical expertise encompasses Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome in Children (MIS-C). Dr. Emrath is currently accepting new patients.

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    MUSC University Hospital

    171 Ashley Ave, 
    Charleston,, SC 
     (0.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
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    Mcleod Gwynette is a Pediatrics provider practicing medicine in Charleston,, South Carolina. Dr. Gwynette is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Autism Spectrum Disorder and Schizoaffective Disorder. Dr. Gwynette is currently accepting new patients.

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    171 Ashley Ave, 
    Charleston, SC 
     (0.9 miles away)
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    Dr. Janice Key is a professor of pediatrics at the Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC),Dr. Key has long been interested in wellness promotion and obesity prevention. While continuing to be an active clinician, Dr. Key has also conducted community and clinical research projects including school-based health care, adolescent smoking cessation, teen pregnancy prevention, interventions for at-risk middle school students, as well as obesity treatment and prevention. She is the director of school and community-based programs at the Boeing Center for Children's Wellness. For the past 20 years she has worked to decrease childhood obesity through improved physician practice and as well as through school-based programs. Her innovative program that pairs physicians with school wellness committees, the Docs Adopt School Health Initiative, has led to improved nutrition and increased physical activity in over 150 schools. In the 2014-2015 school year the Docs-Adopt School Health Initiative expanded into nine school districts across South Carolina as well as schools in Pottstown, Pennsylvania. The Docs-Adopt School Health Initiative is a recommended strategy in the SC Obesity Action Plan 2014-2019. Dr. Key has served on local and national committees including the executive committee for the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) section on adolescent health, the SC AAP executive committee, and the Charleston County Medical Society school health committee. Dr. Key leads the South Carolina Medical Association childhood obesity taskforce and is a member of the SC DHEC obesity advisory committee. She has received the MUSC Distinguished Service Faculty Award, the Charleston County Medical Society Wannamaker Community Service Award, the SC Campaign to Prevent Teen Pregnancy Vincent Outstanding Professional Award, the AAP Special Achievement Award, and several MUSC teaching awards. Her clinical expertise encompasses Obesity in Children. Dr. Key is currently accepting new patients.

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    University Medical Associates Of The Medical University Of South Carol

    171 Ashley Ave, 
    Charleston, SC 
     (0.9 miles away)
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    Dr. Kirstin Campbell grew-up in Pennsylvania. She graduated from The Johns Hopkins University and later received her medical degree from Washington University in St Louis. After completing her pediatrics residency at St. Louis Children's Hospital, Dr. Campbell worked for years caring for children with significant illness including transport medicine, ER, and inpatient care. Her interest and training in pediatric palliative care grew through that time. Dr. Campbell worked with the Pediatric Advanced Care Team at St Louis Children's hospital for several years prior to relocating to Charleston. Since her arrival at MUSC, she has dedicated her full effort to providing care to children with complex and life changing illness with the Pediatric Palliative Care Team at Shawn Jenkins Children's Hospital. Her clinical expertise encompasses Microcephaly Deafness Syndrome, Wildervanck Syndrome, Koolen De Vries Syndrome, and CHARGE Syndrome. Dr. Campbell is currently accepting new patients.

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    171 Ashley Ave, 
    Charleston, SC 
     (0.9 miles away)
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    James McElligott, MD, MSCR, specializes in Pediatrics. His clinical expertise encompasses Neonatal Abstinence Syndrome. Dr. Mcelligott is currently accepting new patients.

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    MUSC University Hospital

    171 Ashley Ave, 
    Charleston, SC 
     (0.9 miles away)
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    David Habib is a Pediatrics provider practicing medicine in Charleston, South Carolina. Dr. Habib is currently accepting new patients.

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    Pediatrics | General Surgery
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    MUSC Children's Health Orthopaedics At Chuck Dawley Medical Park

    1106 Chuck Dawley Blvd, Building A, 
    Mount Pleasant, SC 
     (4.6 miles away)
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    Robert F. Murphy, M.D. is a pediatric orthopaedic surgeon at MUSC specializing in the care of musculoskeletal conditions in children and adolescents.Dr. Murphy's expertise is in pediatric and adolescent spinal conditions and deformity, pediatric and adolescent hip dysplasia and hip conditions, as well as lower extremity and foot deformities in children. He also treats children with sprains, strains, injuries, and fractures.A native Midwesterner, Dr. Murphy graduated from the University of Notre Dame in 2005. His medical degree was obtained from Emory University School of Medicine in Atlanta, Georgia in 2009. Following medical school, Dr. Murphy completed his residency at the University of Tennessee \& Campbell Clinic in Memphis. He received a further year of subspecialty training exclusively in pediatric orthopaedics at Boston Children's Hospital, affiliated with Harvard Medical School.Dr. Murphy is active in clinical research, and participates in several clinical trials regarding scoliosis. He is an active member of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, the American Orthopaedic Association, the Pediatric Orthopaedic Society of North America, the Scoliosis Research Society and the Pediatric Spine Study Group. His clinical expertise encompasses Scoliosis, Polydactyly, Hypoplasia of the Tibia with Polydactyly, and Proximal Symphalangism. Dr. Murphy is currently accepting new patients.

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    MUSC Children's Health Rehabilitation Clinic At Summey Medical Pavilion

    2250 Mall Dr, 
    North Charleston, SC 
     (8.2 miles away)
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    Dr. Scott Benjamin has always enjoyed working with children with special needs with particular interest in children with cerebral palsy and spasticity. He also takes care of children with spina bifida, idiopathic toewalking, spasticity from brain injury and genetic disorders, and other developmental issues. Dr. Benjamin is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cerebral Palsy, Alternating Hemiplegia of Childhood, Wolf-Hirschhorn Syndrome, and Hereditary Spastic Paraparesis. Dr. Benjamin is currently accepting new patients.

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    MUSC Children's Health ENT At Summey Medical Pavilion

    2250 Mall Drive, 
    North Charleston, SC 
     (8.2 miles away)
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    **Clarice S. Clemmens, M.D.** joined the Department of Otolaryngology \&- Head and Neck Surgery and MUSC Children's Hospital in 2015. Prior to joining MUSC, Dr. Clemmens completed a fellowship in pediatric otolaryngology at the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia. Dr. Clemmens grew up in Idaho, and graduated summa cum laude from Clemson University where she played varsity soccer. In 2009, she graduated from medical school at the Medical University of South Carolina, and then completed a residency in otolaryngology at the University of Pennsylvania. Dr. Clemmens received her board certification from the American Board of Otolaryngology in 2015. Since completing her fellowship, Dr. Clemmens limited her clinical practice to the care of children. As a mother of three children, Dr. Clemmens has developed a special appreciation for the care of children, and she has dedicated her practice to pediatric patients with all types of ear, nose, and throat problems, with a particular emphasis on neonatal airway disorders and thyroid disorders. She has authored multiple papers and book chapters and has given presentations at both the regional and national levels. Dr. Clemmens is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Hypochondroplasia, Gastroesophageal Reflux in Infants, Vascular Birthmark, Adenoidectomy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Clemmens is currently accepting new patients.

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    MUSC Health University Medical Center Extension

    165 Ashley Avenue, 165 Ashley Avenue, 
    Charleston, SC 
     (0.9 miles away)
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    Dr. Conrad Williams is the medical director of the MUSC Children's Hospital interdisciplinary palliative care program, which provides palliative medicine services to patients facing life-threatening illnesses and their families. Prior to joining the faculty at MUSC, he served as medical director for the PANDA Palliative Care Team at Children's National Health System in Washington, DC. He also was the medical director for Chesapeake Kids, the pediatric team at Hospice of the Chesapeake in Maryland.A native of New Orleans, Dr. Williams received a BA in history at the University of Richmond and attended Tulane University School of Medicine. He completed pediatrics residency at MUSC and then a pediatric hospice and palliative medicine fellowship at Akron Children's Hospital in Akron, Ohio under the leadership of Dr. Sarah Friebert. His clinical interests include medical communication, home-based palliative medicine visits. Dr. Williams is currently accepting new patients.

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    Medical University Of South Carolina

    67 President St, 
    Charleston, SC 
     (1.0 miles away)
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    Alvin Lewis-Iv is a Pediatrics provider practicing medicine in Charleston, South Carolina. His clinical expertise encompasses Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD). Dr. Lewis-Iv is currently accepting new patients.

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    MUSC Health General Surgery At Rutledge Tower

    135 Rutledge Ave, 
    Charleston, SC 
     (0.8 miles away)
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    Sarah Sterner is a Pediatrics provider practicing medicine in Charleston, South Carolina. Dr. Sterner is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Genetic Epilepsy with Febrile Seizures Plus (GEFS+), Croup, Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) Infection, and Diarrhea. Dr. Sterner is currently accepting new patients.

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    MUSC University Hospital

    171 Ashley Ave, 
    Charleston, SC 
     (0.9 miles away)
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    Kathryn Hewett is a Pediatrics provider practicing medicine in Charleston, South Carolina. Dr. Hewett is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Genetic Epilepsy with Febrile Seizures Plus (GEFS+), Asthma in Children, Croup, and Diarrhea. Dr. Hewett is currently accepting new patients.

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    MUSC University Hospital

    171 Ashley Ave, 
    Charleston, SC 
     (0.9 miles away)
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    Heather Saavedra is a Pediatrics provider practicing medicine in Charleston, South Carolina. Dr. Saavedra is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Genetic Epilepsy with Febrile Seizures Plus (GEFS+), Asthma in Children, Croup, and Inappropriate Sinus Tachycardia (IST). Dr. Saavedra is currently accepting new patients.

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    MUSC Children's Health Dermatology At Rutledge Tower

    135 Rutledge Ave, 1st Floor, 
    Charleston, SC 
     (0.8 miles away)
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    Dr. Hallie Hinen grew up in Greenville, SC and received her undergraduate degree from Clemson University. She subsequently graduated medical school from the Medical University of South Carolina, where she was elected to the Alpha Omega Alpha medical honor society. She stayed at MUSC and completed an internship in internal medicine, followed by dermatology residency and a fellowship in pediatric dermatology. Her clinical interests include general pediatric dermatology, and she sees patients with all skin conditions including atopic dermatitis, acne, warts, hemangiomas and other vascular birthmarks, moles, and many others. She is a member of the American Academy of Dermatology, Society for Pediatric Dermatology, and the Pediatric Dermatology Research Alliance. Her clinical expertise encompasses Vascular Birthmark, Stork Bite, and Aplasia Cutis Congenita. Dr. Hinen is currently accepting new patients.

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    MUSC Children's Health Dermatology At Rutledge Tower

    135 Rutledge Ave, 1st Floor, 
    Charleston, SC 
     (0.8 miles away)
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    Dr. Lara Wine Lee is originally from the Washington, DC area. She received her undergraduate degree from Harvard University. She completed the medical scientist training program at the University of Pennsylvania, where she was elected to the Alpha Omega Alpha medical honors society. She completed general pediatrics residency at the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia prior to her dermatology residency at the University of Pennsylvania. She subsequently completed fellowship training in pediatric dermatology at the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia. She joined the dermatology and pediatrics departments at MUSC in 2014. Dr. Wine Lee is a member of the American Academy of Dermatology, American Academy of Pediatrics, and the Society for Pediatric Dermatology where she serves on the patient and practice advocacy committee. Her interests include general pediatric dermatology with specialty interests in pediatric psoriasis, hemangiomas and vascular anomalies, and genetic skin disorders. Her clinical expertise encompasses Aplasia Cutis Congenita, Vascular Birthmark, Stork Bite, and Ectodermal Dysplasias. Dr. Lee is currently accepting new patients.

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    MUSC University Hospital

    171 Ashley Ave, 
    Charleston, SC 
     (0.9 miles away)
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    Robert Warren is a Pediatrics provider practicing medicine in Charleston, South Carolina. Dr. Warren is currently accepting new patients.

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    Pediatrics | Emergency Medicine
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    MUSC Children's Health Pediatric Emergency Department

    10 McClennan Banks Drive, Floor 1, 
    Charleston, SC 
     (0.9 miles away)
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    Dr. Borg grew up in Irmo, SC. He completed his undergraduate degree at Macalester College in St. Paul Minnesota. After a brief foray into competitive kayaking, entered the MD/PhD program at MUSC from which he graduated in 2000 with a PhD in Microbiology and Immunology as well as his Medical Degree. He continued residency training at the University of Cincinnati in Emergency Medicine. He worked at Emory University and Grady Hospital in Atlanta before returning to MUSC in 2006. He has served as EM research director, Division Chief of PEM, Interim Division Chief of Child Abuse Pediatrics and is now a Professor of Pediatrics and Emergency Medicine. He also works in a rural Emergency Department in Wyoming every month. He has a diverse set of interests including traumatic brain injury, medical legal consultation, standup paddleboarding and grilling of wild game. His clinical expertise encompasses Urinary Tract Infection in Children, Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome in Children (MIS-C), and Diarrhea. Dr. Borg is currently accepting new patients.

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    MUSC Children's Health Pediatric Emergency Department

    10 McClennan Banks Drive, Floor 1, 
    Charleston, SC 
     (0.9 miles away)
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    Ian Kane, M.D. is an assistant professor of pediatric emergency medicine and a physician at MUSC. He graduated from medical school at MUSC before completing his pediatrics residency and pediatric emergency medicine fellowship at Vanderbilt University. Before joining the faculty at MUSC he was an attending physician at Children's Colorado in Denver. Dr. Kane is the associate PEM fellowship director and the division coordinator for medical student and resident education. He has lectured nationally at ACEP and was a co-director of the pediatric simulation course at ACEP in 2019. In his free time he enjoys short walks on the beach, candlelit dinners with screaming children, and building sturdy furniture in his garage. His clinical expertise encompasses Genetic Epilepsy with Febrile Seizures Plus (GEFS+), Croup, and Infant Respiratory Distress Syndrome. Dr. Kane is currently accepting new patients.

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    MUSC Children's Health Critical Care Medicine At Shawn Jenkins Children's Hospital

    10 McClennan Banks Dr, 
    Charleston, SC 
     (1.1 miles away)
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    Brian Bridges, MD, specializes in Pediatric Critical Care Medicine and is located in Charleston, SC. His clinical expertise encompasses High Blood Pressure in Infants. Dr. Bridges is currently accepting new patients.

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    Sweetgrass Pediatrics – West Ashley

    12 Farmfield Avenue, Suite F, 
    Charleston, SC 
     (4.0 miles away)
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    Constantine Copses is a Pediatrics provider practicing medicine in Charleston, South Carolina. His clinical expertise encompasses Diarrhea and Obesity in Children. Dr. Copses is board certified in American Board Of Pediatrics. Dr. Copses is currently accepting new patients.

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    MUSC Children's Health Primary Care At Summey Medical Pavilion

    2250 Mall Dr, 
    North Charleston, SC 
     (8.2 miles away)
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    Dr. Sara Ritchie is a board-certified general pediatrician who treats children of all ages, from newborns to age 18. Dr. Ritchie earned her medical degree from the Medical University of South Carolina. After graduating, she stayed at MUSC to complete her residency as well. Dr. Ritchie's clinical interests include breastfeeding medicine, complex medical conditions, and treatment of ADHD. Dr. Ritchie's approach to patient care is to meet patients where they are and to apply the latest updates and guidelines in evidence-based medicine to their treatment for the most successful patient outcomes. Dr. Ritchie is also an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant and is happy to help new mothers and their newborns with breastfeeding issues. Dr. Ritchie is fluent in English, speaks conversational Spanish, and is working diligently on improving her medical Spanish. Her clinical expertise encompasses Delayed Growth, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Microcephaly, and Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD). Dr. Ritchie is currently accepting new patients.

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    Pediatrics | Hematology | Oncology
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    MUSC Children's Health Hematology Oncology At Shawn Jenkins Children's Hospital

    10 McClennan Banks Dr, 
    Charleston, SC 
     (1.1 miles away)
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    Anca Dumitriu, MD, specializes in Pediatric Cancer, and Pediatric Hematology/Oncology and is located in Charleston, SC. Dr. Dumitriu is highly rated in 8 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Sickle Cell Disease, Hemoglobin SC Disease, Neuroblastoma, and Hereditary Neuroblastoma. Dr. Dumitriu is currently accepting new patients.

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    MUSC Children's Health After Hours Care - Mount Pleasant

    2705 N Highway 17, Suite 100, 
    Mount Pleasant, SC 
     (9.0 miles away)
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    Jordan Foutch, MD, specializes in Pediatrics and is located in Mount Pleasant, SC. Dr. Foutch is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Genetic Epilepsy with Febrile Seizures Plus (GEFS+), Croup, Roseola, and Diarrhea. Dr. Foutch is currently accepting new patients.

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    How do I find a Pediatrician near charleston, SC?

    A Pediatrician is a type of primary care provider, and is responsible for your ongoing healthcare monitoring and maintenance, and is your first line of treatment. You should see your Pediatrician near charleston, SC at least once a year. If new symptoms arise, they will also help you get properly diagnosed, although for many situations you will need to see a specialist near charleston, SC to get diagnosed and treated.

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    What are the different kinds of primary care providers, including Pediatricians,  near charleston, SC?

    • A pediatrician is an expert in childhood growth and development and they are frequently the primary care provider for children under 18.
    • Adults near charleston, SC generally see an Internist, a General Practitioner, or a Family Practitioner (often informally called a Family Doctor) for their primary care.
    • Older adults near charleston, SC may see a Geriatrician, which is a provider that specializes in the care of older people.
    • Some women near charleston, SC choose to receive their primary care from their OB/GYN (obstetrician/gynecologist), though if you have multiple medical issues, it may be in your best interest to find a primary care physician.

    How do I get a referral near charleston, SC from my Pediatrician?

    Typically, your charleston Pediatrician will refer you to a specialist if they believe it to be necessary. You can also explore your symptoms or research your diagnosis to see what kinds of providers commonly treat your health condition near charleston, SC.

    Should I get a second opinion from another Pediatrician near charleston, SC for my health condition?

    When you’re making important health decisions, it’s always recommended to get medical opinions from more than one provider, whether that be another Pediatrician or a specialist near charleston, SC. If you just received a diagnosis from you Pediatrician, but something in your gut tells you to seek more guidance, it’s OK to consult with another doctor near charleston, SC to get additional insight into your condition and care. Second opinions are highly valuable because they can either confirm or disprove your original diagnosis or provide different perspectives from different Pediatrician. Most doctors, including Pediatricians, will not get offended and welcome second opinions, especially if you were diagnosed with a serious or rare condition. You can even use MediFind to search for another Pediatrician or specialist near charleston, SC who can provide a second opinion.

    How do I find a specialist near charleston, SC, in addition to my Pediatrician, for my specific condition?

    There are over 7,000 conditions that providers, including Pediatricians and specialists need to treat. With so many conditions, it is nearly impossible for any provider to be an expert in every unique condition, even in just one geographic area like charleston. However, plenty of research has shown that experience is the best predictor of expertise, and it is important to find a charleston doctor who has a lot of experience with your particular condition. MediFind can help you find a doctor or a second opinion for your condition. 
    When talking with your Pediatrician, be honest and don’t hold anything back, since your doctor can only help you with the information you give them. Understanding the full picture will give your Pediatrician more to work with and help them provide you with the best care.

    How can I learn about the latest research and medical advances my Pediatrician in charleston may know about?

    Pediatricians know there is new scientific research happening all the time, and in fact, it’s estimated that the total body of medical knowledge now doubles every 73 days. That’s a lot of information to keep up with, even for an excellent Pediatrician. MediFind can help you explore the latest medical advances, research, and breakthroughs for your health condition, giving you access to the same cutting-edge information as your charleston Pediatrician.

    How can I research clinical trials my Pediatrician might tell me about, especially ones that are located near charleston, SC?

    How can I research clinical trials my Pediatrician might tell me about, especially ones that are located near charleston, SC?
    Depending on your specific health condition, your Pediatrician may bring up clinical trials near charleston, SC during one of your appointments. The purpose of clinical trials is to find improvements or discoveries for diseases and treatments, and your Pediatrician may be working to stay on top of these developments, or refer you to a specialist who focuses on your condition. MediFind can help you easily search and filter clinical trials for your health condition, including those near charleston, SC, that your Pediatrician might bring up. You can also learn more about what to consider when exploring clinical trials that you may wish to discuss with your Pediatrician.

    What should I bring with me to an appointment with my Pediatrician near charleston, SC?

    Bring your list of concerns (or reasons for your visit) with you on a piece of paper or your phone, so you can easily recall them when speaking to your Pediatrician in charleston. You may want to consider bringing a friend or loved one for support, and to help you recall the information after your Pediatrician visit. Bring a notebook so you can take notes, copies of your medical records (dating back at least one year), a list of current medications, supplements and allergies to medications, your family history of disease, and a list of symptoms (and details about how long they last and how often they occur) to discuss with your charleston Pediatrician.

    When talking with your Pediatrician, be honest and don’t hold anything back, since your doctor can only help you with the information you give them. Understanding the full picture will give your Pediatrician more to work with and help them provide you with the best care.

    How can I get the most out of my Pediatrician appointment near charleston, SC?

    Being a “good patient” isn’t just about listening to your Pediatrician. It’s about engaging in your health together to ensure you receive a high quality of care, which is called practicing patient autonomy. It’s important to be honest with your charleston Pediatrician, and hide nothing, even if it’s embarrassing. You should also speak up and voice your concerns, and listen and ask questions of your Pediatrician. You may also consider doing your own research on your condition and talking to other patients before or after speaking with your Pediatrician.

    What questions should I ask my charleston Pediatrician?

    A few topics you may wish to ask your Pediatrician about include: diagnosis details, symptom management, medical care, second opinions from other Pediatricians, whether you should see a specialist near charleston, SC other than your Pediatrician, treatment plans, side effects, and expectations for follow-up appointments with your Pediatrician.

    Can a Pediatrician near charleston, SC help me check symptoms?

    Depending on your symptoms,  a Pediatrician near charleston, SC may be able to provide a different point of view on your health. You can also explore your symptoms and bring the results with you to your Pediatrician visit for discussion.

    What types of insurance are accepted by Pediatricians near charleston, SC?

    You should always contact your Pediatrician’s office to make sure they take your health insurance. Every Pediatrician has different arrangements with insurance providers. The most commonly accepted insurance near charleston, SC may not be the same as elsewhere, but some of the largest insurance providers are: Anthem/Blue Cross Blue Shield, Centene, UnitedHealthcare, Humana, HCSC (Health Care Service Corporation), CVS Health/Aetna, Kaiser Permanente, Molina Healthcare, and Cigna.

    How far should I travel to find the best Pediatrician near charleston, SC?

    Despite our increasingly connected world, there are times when you need to see your Pediatrician in person in charleston. For Pediatricians, this study concluded that people typically only travel about 18 minutes. So, a good rule of thumb is to select a primary care physician that is located near you in charleston, somewhere between 15-30 minutes away. For more specialized care, you may need to travel considerably further, but look for specialists within 45 minutes of your home near charleston, SC if possible.

    In recent years, many Pediatricians  have also adopted telehealth, also commonly called telemedicine, which is the use of digital technology to provide or supplement patient care. Telehealth can help reduce the burden of physical travel to your Pediatrician near charleston, SC. You might wish to consider contacting your Pediatrician’s office to learn about the telehealth options they offer for charleston, as well as your insurance provider.