Summary

Dr. Dirk Elston treats eczema, dyshidrotic eczema, and epidermoid cysts, and performs kidney transplant biopsies, nerve biopsies, and pathology tests. He has practiced dermatology, dermatopathology, and pathology for 44 years and is affiliated with MUSC Health Ashley River Tower. He earned his medical degree from Sidney Kimmel Medical College at Thomas Jefferson University and sees patients in Mount Pleasant and Charleston, South Carolina. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Elston 3.81 out of 5.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3.8
  • 44 years of experience
  • 14 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Sidney Kimmel Medical College At Thomas Jefferson University
  • 5 written reviews
  • 3 specialties
  • 24 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 9 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Locations

Dr. Dirk Michael Elston has 9 locations

Dr. Dirk Michael Elston

1600 Midtown Ave Ste 100Mount Pleasant, SC 29464

Dr. Dirk Michael Elston

2060 Sam Rittenberg Blvd Ste 100Charleston, SC 29407

Dr. Dirk Michael Elston

135 Rutledge Ave Ste 100Charleston, SC 29425

Dr. Dirk Michael Elston

135 Rutledge AveCharleston, SC 29425

Dr. Dirk Michael Elston

2060 Sam Rittenberg BlvdCharleston, SC 29407
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Dr. Dirk Michael Elston

1600 Midtown AveMount Pleasant, SC 29464
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Medical University Of South Carolina Dermatology

135 Rutledge Avefl 10Charleston, SC 29425
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Musc Health Dermatology At West Ashley Medical Pavilion

2060 Sam Rittenberg Blvd Fl 2Charleston, SC 29407
Mon8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:30 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Musc Health Dermatology

1600 Midtown Ave Fl 2Mount Pleasant, SC 29464
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Dr. Dirk Michael Elston, MDDr. Anne E Allen, MDDr. Joanne Simpson, MDDr. Anna Chacon, MD
DermatologyDermatologyDermatologyDermatology
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3.8 
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44 Years of Experience 9 Years of Experience 19 Years of Experience 14 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English, French, Spanish
Mount Pleasant , SCKnoxville , TNCornelius , NCMiami , FL
Med School: Sidney Kimmel Medical College At Thomas Jefferson University Med School: University Of Michigan Medical School Med School: Wake Forest University Med School: Brown Medical School
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Dirk Michael Elston

  • Affinity Health Plan
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - Federal Employees Program
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of South Carolina
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Clover Health
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Select Health of South Carolina - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - PPO

Medical Specialties

Dr. Dirk Michael Elston has the following 3 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Dirk Michael Elston has the following 24 areas of expertise

  • Acne (Acne Vulgaris)
  • Acne Rosacea
  • Actinic Keratosis
  • Baldness (Alopecia)
  • Basal Cell
  • Dermatitis
  • Dermatopathology
  • Excision
  • Hand Dermatoses
  • Insect Bites and Stings
  • Lice Infestations
  • Lichen Planus
  • Melanoma
  • Mohs Surgery (Dermatological Surgery)
  • Mole
  • Pathology
  • Psoriasis
  • Rash
  • Rosacea
  • Scalp Dermatoses
  • Skin Biopsy
  • Skin Cancer
  • Skin Diseases
  • Spider Bites (Arachnidism)

Certifications, License, & Education

44 Years Experience

Dr. Dirk Michael Elston holds an active medical license in the state of South Carolina.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of South Carolina that expires in 2027.

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from Sidney Kimmel Medical College At Thomas Jefferson University in 1982.

NPI Number

Dr. Elston's NPI number is 1669449161.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Dr. Dirk Elston's office located?
Dr. Dirk Elston's office is located at 1600 Midtown Ave Ste 100, Mount Pleasant, SC, 29464.
What languages does Dr. Dirk Elston speak?
Dr. Dirk Elston speaks English.
Is Dr. Dirk Elston accepting new patients?
Dr. Dirk Elston is accepting new patients on Vitals. View Dr. Dirk Elston's profile on Vitals to make an appointment.
Does Dr. Dirk Elston accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Dirk Elston has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Does Dr. Dirk Elston accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Dirk Elston accepts on their Vitals profile.

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