Radiculopathy near Ladson, SC

Biography: Dr. David Smith, MD is a Family Practitioner who practices in Summerville, SC. He is 71 years old. Dr. David Smith, MD is affiliated with Trident Medical Center and Trident Health System-Summerville Medical Center.

Biography: Dr. Jeffrey Akhtar, DO is an Internist who practices in Charleston, SC. He is 55 years old and has been practicing for 24 years.

Biography: Dr. Jon Devries, MD is an Orthopedic Surgery Specialist who practices in North Charleston, SC. He is 59 years old. Dr. Jon Devries, MD is affiliated with Trident Medical Center and Trident Health System-Summerville Medical Center.

Care Philosophy: After 25 years in medicine, my philosophy has not changed. My primary concern is the overall health and well-being of my patients. In our office, we have always tried to provide the best service possible, including availability, standard of care practices, and the genuine concern for our patients. I have always enjoyed taking care of the more complex medical problems and have established my reputation based on my ability to keep the most sick patients in the community as healthy as possible.

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: Our goal is to treat each patient with compassion and concern and to provide the best health care possible. We try to establish a personal relationship with each of our families. We provide services for children including well child visits, sick visits, and sports physicals. For our adult and senior population we offer comprehensive care for diabetes and hypertension. We also schedule regular screenings and examinations to prevent disease.

Biography: If there is one thing I would like each of my patients to know about me, it's that I am wholly dedicated to their well-being. Reducing pain and improving mobility are my primary goals, and I am proud to achieve these using the most advanced treatments available. \n Since my residency at the Harvard Combined Orthopaedic Residency Program, preserving and replacing joints has been my passion. I want to benefit not only the patients I treat, but the field of orthopedics as a whole. Through multiple publications and presentations, I have been able to share research that has benefitted patients and providers worldwide. \n I love calling the Lowcountry home. Building a regional center of excellence for hip and knee replacements will be an achievement that will benefit our area for generations to come.