OsteoarthritisofFoot near Moncks Corner, SC

Biography: Dr. Gary Fink, MD is a Rheumatology Specialist who practices in Summerville, SC. He is 70 years old. Dr. Gary Fink, MD is affiliated with Trident Medical Center and Trident Health System-Summerville Medical Center.

Care Philosophy: It is our goal at Low Country Rheumatology to provide our patients with timely, caring service of the highest quality. As Board Certified Rheumatologists with years of clinical experience, we are qualified to manage all connective tissue diseases including Rheumatoid Arthritis, Systemic Lupus, Scleroderma, and Vasculitis; all forms of arthritis including Gout, Pseudogout, and Osteoarthritis; bone disorders such as Osteoporosis; and musculoskeletal disorders. We take great pride in the relationships that we have established with our patients and the ability to give a personal approach to difficult problems.

Biography: This physician is accepting telehealth visits. Dr. Merrill is certified in the practice of Orthopaedic Surgery by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery. After growing up in Charleston, she received her undergraduate degree at Sewanee, where she served as a volunteer Emergency Medical Technician with the student run service and studied Environmental Policy. Dr. Merrill returned to Charleston to attend medical school at the Medical University of South Carolina and then moved to the Midwest to complete her residency in Orthopaedic Surgery at the University of Missouri, Kansas City. While there, she performed research on post-operative pain management, including opioid use after surgery. As a chief resident, she received the Franklin D. Dickson Award for hard work and dedication. She then completed a fellowship in foot and ankle surgery at the Orthopaedic Foot and Ankle Center in Falls Church, VA, outside of Washington, DC, where she furthered her research on opioid prescribing practices. Dr. Merrill's interest in orthopaedic trauma led her to an international fellowship in lower extremity trauma in Santiago, Chile with the AO Foundation, one of the most prestigious global orthopaedic educational organizations. While there, not only did she learn about the delivery of orthopaedic care in South America, she improved her ability to speak conversational and medical Spanish. She specializes in the treatment of lower extremity fractures, sports injuries, foot and ankle deformities, and arthritis, including total ankle replacements.

Care Philosophy: Emilie Van Kooten PT joined The Iowa Clinic in 2019 after graduating from Creighton University As a native Iowan she always wanted to find a place that would provide a great work life balance as well as the opportunity to grow professionally which led her to The Iowa Clinic Emilie knew she wanted to go into the medical profession Physical therapy allowed her to marry her interest in improving function and quality of life with her passion for a healthy lifestyle She enjoys helping her patients see past their impairments and diagnoses to realize what they can do not what they cannot Emilie and her husband Ryan live in Des Moines with their two fur babies Finn and Ollie who are two spunky golden retrievers When she s not in the clinic Emilie likes to work out run or take Finn and Ollie for a walk She s also picked up cooking and baking

Care Philosophy: Trident's TRAUMAcare program provides around-the-clock coverage to evaluate and treat all injured patients. Our dedicated team of trauma surgeons and support staff is highly trained and available for any traumatic injury

Care Philosophy: Dr. Shasta E. Henderson prides herself on the delivery of patient centric care that not only takes into account the diagnosis, but tailors decision making to the patient's specific long term goals.

Care Philosophy: I will listen and work together with patients to make a diagnosis and provide treatment options compatible to their goals and expectations, said Dr. Santiago, who is a member of the American Academy of Orthepaedic Surgeons.

Care Philosophy: After 25 years of practicing medicine I still consider it a blessing and a privilege. Many people come to us for primary internal medicine with a emphasis on prevention. I am honored to be considered a thought leader among my peers and the only certified specialist in hypertension and lipids in S.C. Our office is staffed by compassionate and thoughtful professionals. We believe listening is central to giving excellent care.

Care Philosophy: Among Charlestons leading and longest standing orthopaedic groups, founded by Dr. Joel R. Cox in 1975, Lowcountry Orthopaedics offers the most advanced comprehensive orthopaedic care in the region. Board certified and fellowship trained physicians provide innovative medical solutions encompassing both non-invasive procedures and complex orthopaedic surgery.

Care Philosophy: Among Charleston s leading and longest standing orthopaedic groups founded by Dr Joel R Cox in 1975 Lowcountry Orthopaedics offers the most advanced comprehensive orthopaedic care in the region Board certified and fellowship trained physicians provide innovative medical solutions encompassing both non invasive procedures and complex orthopaedic surgery