Dr. Joseph Thomas Garand, MD

Dr. Joseph Garand is a family medicine physician who also specializes in geriatric medicine, bringing nearly four decades of medical experience to his practice. He earned his medical degree from the Medical University of South Carolina College of Medicine and completed his residency training at Greenville Hospital System. With 39 years of dedicated service in healthcare, Dr. Garand has developed extensive expertise in caring for patients across all age groups, with particular focus on the unique health needs of older adults. He provides care in English to ensure clear communication with his patients.

Dr. Garand practices at Physician Care Centers of Piedmont in Piedmont, South Carolina, where he focuses on comprehensive primary care services. His clinical expertise includes managing chronic kidney disease and helping patients control type 2 diabetes. He also addresses high cholesterol concerns in children and teenagers, demonstrating his commitment to preventive care across …generations. Dr. Garand performs essential preventive services such as depression screening and colorectal cancer screening, along with diagnostic urine testing to monitor patient health. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.9, reflecting their confidence in his compassionate and thorough approach to medical care.