MUSC Health Dermatology at Rutledge Tower is a dermatologist in Charleston, SC. The practice focuses on both general and cosmetic dermatology, treating a wide range of skin conditions including basal cell carcinoma, squamous cell carcinoma, melanoma, and inflammatory skin diseases. Specific conditions addressed include acne, contact allergies, eczema, hives, psoriasis, rosacea, inherited genetic skin disorders, vascular malformations, hemangiomas, hirsutism, alopecia, nail fungus, nail infections, and tumors affecting fingers, toes, and nails. The clinic operates Monday through Friday from 8:30 am to 5:00 pm and is closed on weekends. It is part of MUSC Medical Center, where patients receive care from experts in dermatology and dermatologic surgery. The program treats thousands of people annually and has earned awards for innovation, patient safety, and leadership.
The care team includes Milaan Shah, M.D., Laura Andrews, M.D., and John Valentino, M.D. These physicians are residents who collaborate closely with experienced supervising doctors to provide high-quality, compassionate care while offering more appointment options for new patient visits. Patients can also access services such as paying bills, requesting medical records, getting a second opinion, referring patients, and accessing language assistance. The location observes standard holiday closures, such as July 3, with urgent care and emergency services remaining available.
The office is located on the third floor of Rutledge Tower at 135 Rutledge Avenue. It sits directly on Calhoun Street, a main road, and is about a tenth of a mile from Cannon Park. The practice is also approximately a tenth of a mile from Access Urgent, a clinic, and about two tenths of a mile from the Harleston Green neighborhood. Ashley Hall, a school, and Rivers Library, a public library, are both located about two tenths of a mile away.
The practice holds a rating of 3.00 based on 8 reviews. It serves the Charleston area with specialized dermatologic and cosmetic services, operating within the broader MUSC Health network that focuses on expert care in skin health and surgery.
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