Lowcountry Gastroenterology: Patient Buy-In is Critical

Lowcountry Gastroenterology has been serving the Charleston area even longer than Novant Health. Working together, the two entities now offer patients high-quality medical care from well-respected providers. Dr. Joshua Watson has been with Lowcountry Gastroenterology for a decade. He was born in Florence and went to medical school at the Medical University of South Carolina. … Read more

Coastal Cancer Center: Giving Back to the Community

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A native of Bloomington, Indiana, Dr. Emily Touloukian received her undergraduate degree from Pepperdine University in Malibu, California, and her medical degree from Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine in Downers Grove, Illinois. She completed her internship and residency at Advocate Lutheran General Hospital in Park Ridge, Illinois, and her fellowship in hematology/oncology at Providence Hospital … Read more

Robotic-Assisted Replacement Surgery Provides Like-New Knees

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When your knees start to weaken, the pain tends to play havoc with your active lifestyle. A knee replacement operation can help get you back to normal, but many people choose to avoid surgery, fearing the possibility of a painful recovery period or, even worse, that the replacement eventually will fail and another surgery will … Read more

Healing After an Injury

For patients who are planning to undergo surgery, understanding the four phases of healing after an injury is crucial for ensuring proper recovery and avoiding complications. According to Chris Michaelis, D.O., of Charleston Wound Care, “Wound healing is a complex biological process that ensures damaged tissue repairs itself effectively.” The first response to tissue injury, … Read more

Look and Feel Younger with Treatments from Charleston Wound Care

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Because a significant portion of skin care products and devices utilized in aesthetics originated in wound care, an overlap between the two industries was a natural progression, according to Charleston Wound Care’s Dr. Chris Michaelis. “Although our specialty is treating wounds, we also focus on preventing signs of aging and prioritizing overall skin health,” said … Read more

Short-term Rehabilitation at The Village at Summerville Available to More Than Just Residents

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When most people think of The Village at Summerville, they picture a picturesque senior community with lovely homes, ponds, fountains and trees and, of course, lots of amenities for residents. They also see active people riding bicycles, walking and swimming. There are times when people need skilled care to recover from injuries or health events. … Read more

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