Summary

Dr. George Saavedra specializes in family medicine and physical medicine & rehabilitation, bringing comprehensive care to patients across multiple areas of health. He earned his medical degree from Far Eastern University Nicanor Reyes Medical Foundation and completed his residency at Southern Illinois University School of Medicine. With 39 years of medical experience, Dr. Saavedra has developed extensive expertise in treating patients of all ages while also focusing on rehabilitation medicine. He is fluent in both English and Spanish, allowing him to serve diverse communities effectively.

Dr. Saavedra practices at Trident Medical Center in North Charleston, South Carolina, and maintains affiliations with MUSC Health Medical University of South Carolina Rehabilitation Hospital. His dual specialty training enables him to provide both primary care services and specialized rehabilitation treatments. Patients benefit from his comprehensive approach to healthcare, which combines preventive family medicine with targeted rehabilitation strategies. His bilingual abilities help ensure clear communication with Spanish-speaking patients and their families throughout their care journey.
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Quick Facts

  • 1
  • 39 years of experience
  • 12 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • Southern Illinois University School Of Medicine
  • 2 specialties
  • 9 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Office Location

Trident Medical Center

9330 Medical Plaza DrN Charleston, SC 29406

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Family MedicineFamily MedicineFamily MedicineFamily Medicine
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.6 
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4.6 
39 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English
N Charleston , SCCharleston , SCCharleston , SCCharleston , SC
Med School: FAR EASTERN UNIVERSITY NICANOR REYES MEDICAL FOUNDATION Med School: University of Texas Medical School, Houston Med School: Medical University Of South Carolina
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. George G Saavedra

  • Aetna
  • Aetna - POS
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Mississippi
  • Cigna - POS
  • Cigna - PPO
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Mutual of Omaha
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - POS

Medical Specialties

Dr. George G Saavedra has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. George G Saavedra has the following 9 areas of expertise

  • Chronic Pain
  • EMG/Nerve Conduction Studies
  • Injury
  • Nerve Damage
  • Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
  • Prosthetics
  • Rehabilitation
  • Sports Medicine
  • Surgery Recovery

Certifications, License, & Education

39 Years Experience

Dr. George G Saavedra 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

Residency

Completed their residency at Southern Illinois University School Of Medicine.

Medical School

Graduated from FAR EASTERN UNIVERSITY NICANOR REYES MEDICAL FOUNDATION in 1997 and Far Eastern University Inst Of Med Nicanor Reyes Medical Foundation in 1987.

NPI Number

Dr. Saavedra's NPI number is 1629018403.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What languages does Dr. George Saavedra speak?
Dr. George Saavedra speaks English and Spanish.
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