Dr. John Edward Emmel, MD

Dr. John Emmel is a geriatric medicine specialist with additional expertise in addiction medicine and hospice and palliative care. He earned his medical degree from the Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University and completed his residency at SC Medical Center. With nearly five decades of medical practice, Dr. Emmel brings extensive experience to his patient care. He is fluent in both English and French.

Dr. Emmel practices at East Cooper Medical Center in Mt Pleasant and Bon Secours Saint Francis Hospital in Charleston, South Carolina. His clinical focus includes treating alcohol use disorders in both adults and teenagers, as well as addressing driving under the influence cases. He provides comprehensive counseling services and incorporates physical therapy and strength training into treatment plans when appropriate. Patients have given Dr. Emmel an average rating of 3.0 on Vitals.