Dr. Charles Scott Lamar, MD

Dr. Charles Lamar is a family medicine physician who specializes in geriatric medicine and hospice & palliative medicine. He earned his medical degree from the University of South Carolina School of Medicine Columbia and completed his residency at Palmetto Health Richland Memorial Hospital. With 35 years of experience in practice, Dr. Lamar brings extensive expertise to caring for patients across all age groups, with particular focus on older adults and end-of-life care. He speaks both Spanish and English.

Dr. Lamar practices at multiple locations throughout Columbia, South Carolina, and is affiliated with Palmetto Health Richland Hospital. His expertise includes managing high blood pressure conditions, including hypertensive emergencies in pediatric patients. He performs routine blood work such as complete blood counts and creatinine testing to monitor kidney function and overall health. Patients rate Dr. Lamar 4.0 out of 5 stars on average.