Combining state-of-the-art technology and gentle, proactive care, Palmetto Digestive is committed to providing you with the best possible treatment for your digestive and liver health. With locations in Mount Pleasant, West Ashley, Summerville, and the Moncks Corner area, our team of gastroenterologists welcomes patients throughout the Charleston metropolitan area and the Lowcountry.
At Palmetto Digestive, we’re not just a team of gastroenterologists and GI specialists. We’re your neighbors in the Charleston metropolitan area, committed to keeping you informed and confident in your treatment every step of the way. As a Patient-Centered Specialty Practice, we understand that you deserve superior, trustworthy care… because your digestive health is the gateway to a lifetime of complete health and wellness.
Meet Our Doctors
Dr. Alejandro Suarez, M.D.
Dr. Alejandro Suarez specializes in general Gastroenterology, colorectal cancer prevention with special interests in GI oncology, pancreaticobiliary disorders and interventional endoscopy.
Dr. Derek Feussner, M.D.
Dr. Derek Feussner specializes in inflammatory bowel disease, liver disease, esophageal and stomach disorders, and colorectal cancer.
Dr. James Schnell, M.D.
Dr. James Schnell, M.D. specializes in Gastrointestinal endoscopy including BARRX, hepatology, and biliary disease.
Dr. John Litchfield, DO
Dr. John Litchfield specializes in general gastroenterology including colorectal cancer prevention, inflammatory bowel disease, diseases of the upper GI tract including esophagus and stomach, and chronic liver disease.
Dr. Michael Sagatelian, M.D.
Dr. Michael Sagatelian, M.D. specializes in Inflammatory Bowel Disease, Hepatitis C, Barrett’s esophagus, and biliary disorders.
Dr. Lori A. Robbins, M.D.
Dr. Robbins specializes in General Gastroenterology, inflammatory bowel diseases and irritable bowel syndrome, colorectal cancer prevention and diseases of the upper GI tract including stomach and esophagus.
Use this request form to send your Appointment Request by email to Palmetto Digestive Health Specialist’s office. Please keep in mind that some doctors’ offices will reply more quickly than others.
Do not use this request form for emergency care. If you have a true medical emergency, DIAL 911.
Palmetto Digestive Health Specialists accepts these insurances. If you do not see your insurance listed, please contact our office for more information:
- Absolute Total Care Medicaid / Medicare
- Aetna
- Ambetter
- Blue Cross Blue Shield
- Blue Cross Blue Shield FEP SC
- Blue Cross Blue Shield State
- Blue Choice
- CHAMPVA
- Cigna
- Clover Health Choice Medicare
- Emblem Health
- First Choice by Select Health Medicaid
- Humana
- Humana Gold Plus Medicare HMO / PPO
- Humana Choice PPO Medicare
- Medicaid
- Medicare SC
- Molina
- Planned Administrators PAI
- Tricare 4Life
- Tricare EAST Select / Prime
- UMR
- United Healthcare
- United Healthcare AARP Medicare
- WellCare
Quick, easy, and professional. this was my second procedure at this facility, and they were both efficient, and the staff actually made the experiences enjoyable. Dr. Litchfield is knowledgeable and down-to-earth. I really like him and his bedside manner.
– Benson F.
Dr. Schnell has taken care of me for 16 years, and I feel truly blessed as he is not only an expert in his field, but he takes a personal interest in me. His office staff is friendly, and his nursing staff is amazing!
– Caroline M.
No one Ever likes having a GI procedure. But the nurses and doctors at Palmetto Digestive make it a great experience! I also heard only praise from the patients who were waiting or their turn, and especially afterward! Excellent staff for your GI issues. Compassionate and caring people!!
– Trisha W.
Very nice experience! The staff was friendly, attentive, and knowledgeable. They TRULY restored my faith in customer service at a doctor’s office!
– Jill M.
Excellent administration & medical staff! Clean facility and well-kept equipment. My experience was as pleasant as possible for an examination. Highly recommend it.
– John T.
