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Summary
Dr. Julio Chalela is a neurologist who specializes in treating conditions affecting the brain and nervous system. He earned his medical degree from Pontificia Universidad Javeriana Bogota Facultad De Medicina and brings 38 years of experience to his practice. Dr. Chalela is fluent in both Spanish and English, allowing him to serve patients from diverse backgrounds.
Dr. Chalela practices at several locations throughout Charleston, South Carolina, including MUSC University Hospital, MUSC Health Ashley River Tower, and East Cooper Medical Center. His expertise focuses on serious neurological emergencies such as strokes and severe high blood pressure affecting the brain. He performs specialized treatments like therapeutic hypothermia, which helps protect the brain after certain types of injuries.
Dr. Chalela practices at several locations throughout Charleston, South Carolina, including MUSC University Hospital, MUSC Health Ashley River Tower, and East Cooper Medical Center. His expertise focuses on serious neurological emergencies such as strokes and severe high blood pressure affecting the brain. He performs specialized treatments like therapeutic hypothermia, which helps protect the brain after certain types of injuries.
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Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 38 years of experience
- speaks Spanish, English
- Pontificia Universidad Javeriana Bogota Facultad De Medicina
- 1 specialty
- 12 areas of expertise
- 1 board certification
- 5 hospital affiliations
- 7 office locations
- Male
Office Locations
Dr. Julio Alejandro Chalela has 7 locationsMUSC Health Rutledge Tower
135 Rutledge AveCharleston, SC 29425 Tel: (843) 792-3223
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 Health Neurology
135 Rutledge AveCharleston, SC 29425 Tel: (843) 792-3223
Mon8:30 am - 5:30 pm
Tue8:30 am - 5:30 pm
Wed8:30 am - 5:30 pm
Thu8:30 am - 5:30 pm
Fri8:30 am - 5:30 pm
Sat9:00 am - 1:00 pm
SunClosed
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| Neurology | Neurology | Neurology | Vascular Neurology |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | |
| 38 Years of Experience | 20 Years of Experience | 17 Years of Experience | 18 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | Virtual Visit Available | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks Spanish, English | Speaks English | ||
| Charleston , SC | New York , NY | Charleston , SC | Charleston , SC |
| Med School: Pontificia Universidad Javeriana Bogota Facultad De Medicina | Med School: Newcastle University UK | Med School: University Of Arkansas For Medical Sciences College Of Medicine | Med School: South Gujarat University |
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Julio Alejandro Chalela
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Medical Specialties
Dr. Julio Alejandro Chalela has the following specialty
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Julio Alejandro Chalela has the following 12 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
38 Years Experience
Dr. Julio Alejandro Chalela holds expired and active medical licenses in the states of Alabama and South Carolina.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Alabama that expired in 2025 and an active medical license in the state of South Carolina that expires in 2027.
Education & Training
Medical School
Graduated from Pontificia Universidad Javeriana Bogota Facultad De Medicina in 1988.
NPI Number
Dr. Chalela's NPI number is 1548200371.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Where is Dr. Julio Chalela's office located?
- Dr. Julio Chalela's office is located at 169 Ashley Ave, Charleston, SC, 29425.
- What languages does Dr. Julio Chalela speak?
- Dr. Julio Chalela speaks Spanish and English.
- Does Dr. Julio Chalela accept my insurance?
- You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Julio Chalela accepts on their Vitals profile.
- Does Dr. Julio Chalela accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
- Dr. Julio Chalela has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
- Which hospitals is Dr. Julio Chalela affiliated with?
- Dr. Julio Chalela is affiliated with Musc Health Ashley River Tower, Usa Health University Hospital, East Cooper Medical Center, Musc Health Institute Of Psychiatry, and Musc University Hospital.
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