Summary

Dr. W. Shawn Ghent is an internal medicine physician who specializes in pulmonology, bringing 37 years of experience to his practice. He earned his medical degree from the University of South Carolina School of Medicine and completed his residency at CEME/Palmetto General Hospital Program. Dr. Ghent holds the distinction of being a Fellow of the American College of Chest Physicians (FCCP), a certification that recognizes advanced expertise in pulmonary medicine. He provides care to patients in English.

Dr. Ghent practices at Carolina Pulmonary locations in West Columbia and Northeast Columbia, and maintains hospital privileges at MUSC Health Columbia Medical Center Downtown. His clinical expertise focuses on diagnosing and treating sleep disorders, particularly sleep apnea in both adults and children, as well as obstructive sleep apnea. He performs comprehensive pulmonary function testing to evaluate lung capacity and breathing patterns, utilizes pathology tests for diagnostic purposes, and provides patients with autoinjector training when needed. Patients have given him an average rating of 3.7 out of 5 stars on Vitals.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3.7
  • 37 years of experience
  • 37 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • CEME/Palmetto General Hosp Program
  • 3 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 8 areas of expertise
  • 3 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 2 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. W. Shawn Ghent has 2 locations

Carolina Pulmonary - West Columbia

2728 Sunset Blvd Ste 104West Columbia, SC 29169

Carolina Pulmonary - Northeast Columbia

3016 Longtown Commons Dr Ste 405Columbia, SC 29229

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No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English
West Columbia , SCMyrtle Beach , SCColumbia , SCColumbia , SC
Med School: University of South Carolina School of Medicine Med School: Campbell University School of Osteopathic Medicine Med School: DUKE UNIVERSITY SCHOOL OF MEDICINE Med School: PIKEVILLE COLLEGE SCHOOL OF OSTEOPATHIC MEDICINE
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. W. Shawn Ghent

  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Arkansas Total Care - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Blue Choice Health Plan
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of South Carolina
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
  • Blue Cross of Idaho
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • EmblemHealth
  • EmblemHealth - PPO
  • GEHA
  • GEHA - PPO
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Humana - PPO
  • Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (HMO Plans)
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Optum Health
  • Select Health of South Carolina
  • Select Health of South Carolina - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Wellcare
  • Wellcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • WPS Health Plan

Medical Specialties

Dr. W. Shawn Ghent has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. W. Shawn Ghent has the following 8 areas of expertise

  • Angiographic Visualization
  • Asthma
  • Chest Infection
  • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
  • Emphysema
  • Pneumonia
  • Pulmonology
  • Tuberculosis (TB)

Certifications, License, & Education

37 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, South Carolina, 2027, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

CEME/Palmetto General Hosp Program

Medical School

University of South Carolina School of MedicineGraduated in 1989

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Dr. W. Shawn Ghent's office located?
Dr. W. Shawn Ghent's office is located at 2728 Sunset Blvd Ste 104, West Columbia, SC, 29169.
Does Dr. W. Shawn Ghent accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. W. Shawn Ghent has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Is Dr. W. Shawn Ghent accepting new patients?
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Does Dr. W. Shawn Ghent accept my insurance?
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What languages does Dr. W. Shawn Ghent speak?
Dr. W. Shawn Ghent speaks English.

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