Battling cancer is often an uphill fight, and as oncologists, Dr. Julia Saylors, Dr. Shelly Shand, and Dr. Ashley Jeter walk alongside their patients, tailoring the battle plans to their patients’ needs and helping them navigate the ups and downs along the way. For many, it is a years-long journey. But Drs. Saylors, Shand and … Read more
By Sarah Rose When Dr. Chris Michaelis opened Charleston Wound Care in February 2020, Angela Farr joined the practice as nurse manager. With nearly 16 years of experience in wound care, Farr said her new role was a natural progression because she’d enjoyed working alongside Dr. Michaelis at a hospital before he launched the business. … Read more
As a registered nurse for more than 30 years, Lisa Westerman has worked in wide-ranging settings, including sales and marketing. It didn’t take her long to realize that Alice’s Clubhouse was her true “happy place.” The Clubhouse, located in Mount Pleasant, provides private care for those affected by memory loss. Westerman fell in love with … Read more
By Linda Esterson Dr. Abbey Borich has been fascinated by the brain most of her life; that insatiable curiosity led her to a career in psychiatry. “It’s one of the few specialties that really considers the whole person, that gives you enough time in the appointments to talk about physical health, talk about mental health … Read more
One hundred percent of Erin Straughan’s heart beats to serve. As the owner of Tidewater Pharmacy, it is no surprise that her mission is to keep the family-owned business as a place where people feel “heard and supported” and where “they can make informed, holistic decisions about their health.” “Our patrons are like family,” she … Read more
By Jim Rada Kristen Dollason’s life changed in 2010. That year, she moved from New England to South Carolina, and she also changed professions and got involved with senior care. “My background was in sales, but I wanted to serve more in a customer service role and be able to help people,” said Dollason, executive … Read more