Coastal Rheumatology Associates, LLC – Bluffton, SC of Savannah

Coastal Rheumatology Associates, LLC - Bluffton, SC of Savannah is a medical group in Savannah, GA. The practice focuses exclusively on rheumatology, providing diagnosis and treatment of rheumatic diseases, in‑office laboratory services, in‑office infusions, and intra‑articular joint injections. It serves patients throughout Savannah and the surrounding region, including new patients from Statesboro, GA and Bluffton, SC.

Founded in 2014 by Dr. Charles F. Degenhardt III, a board‑certified rheumatologist and internist with fellowship training at the University of South Florida, the practice expanded in 2017 when Dr. Dean Stephens joined the team. Dr. Degenhardt brings research experience in lupus and inflammatory arthritis, a Ph.D. in organic chemistry, and a cum laude chemistry degree from Armstrong Atlantic State University. Coastal Rheumatology is a proud member of the Southeastern Rheumatology Alliance and offers a patient portal for convenient communication. Its infusion services are delivered in two spacious suites staffed by state‑licensed nurses who specialize in autoimmune and inflammatory conditions.

The clinic is located on Waters Avenue in Savannah, just a short walk from the Savannah Wound Center and about 0.2 miles from East Derenne Avenue. A nearby park, Memorial Gazebo, lies roughly 0.3 miles away, and Savannah Fire Station Number 1 is approximately 0.4 miles from the office.

With a dedicated rheumatology team, comprehensive in‑office services, and a history of academic and clinical expertise, Coastal Rheumatology provides focused, high‑quality care for Savannah residents seeking specialist treatment for rheumatic conditions.

Services:

• Diagnosis and treatment of rheumatic diseases
• In-office infusions
• In-office laboratory services
• Intraarticular joint injections