Dr. Lorraine R. Dustan, MD | Charleston, SC | Psychiatrist

.about .noScriptHide .nojs-show,.truncated [data-rem],blockquote .truncated-text{ display: initial !important}.no-js-hide,.ellipsis { display: none; }.truncated:after {content: '' !important}

Dr. Dustan graduated from the Medical University of South Carolina College of Medicine in 1989. She works in Charleston, SC and specializes in Psychiatry.

4.3

11 Ratings
37 years of experience
speaks English
Medical University Of South Carolina
6 written reviews
1 specialty
13 areas of expertise
1 office location
Female

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

Based on patient feedback. Read the reviews

Dr. Dustan's Ratings and Reviews

4.3

11 Ratings with 6 written Reviews

Average Wait Time 6 Minutes

How was your appointment with
Dr. Dustan?

Patients’ Perspective

Gave an accurate diagnosis: (8) Did WellNeeds Improvement (0)
Had a good bedside manner: (8) Did WellNeeds Improvement (0)
Spent time with me: (7) Did WellNeeds Improvement (1)
Provided follow-up after the visit: (7) Did WellNeeds Improvement (1)
Flexible scheduling: (8) Did WellNeeds Improvement (0)
Saw me in a timely manner: No Ratings
Staff was courteous: No Ratings

11 ratings & reviews

Sort:

Showing 1 to 6 of 6 reviews

.rating-and-reviews .noScriptHide .nojs-show,.truncated [data-rem],blockquote .truncated-text{ display: initial !important}.no-js-hide,.ellipsis { display: none; }.truncated:after {content: '' !important}

I will never forget going to this Dr. years ago. I’m Bipolar and she prescribed a few drugs for me. A month later I told her that they were causing weight gain, which is very common with Bipolar drugs. Strangely, It made her angry and she lashed out at me. She also hissed that she was going to charge me more because I stayed over an hour. I was too shocked to notice. I paid her and after I left, I cried. To this day, I will never understand her rage. Needless to say, I found another Charleston psychiatrist and she saved my life.

March 27th, 2026

.rating-and-reviews .noScriptHide .nojs-show,.truncated [data-rem],blockquote .truncated-text{ display: initial !important}.no-js-hide,.ellipsis { display: none; }.truncated:after {content: '' !important}

Dr. Dustan is the most awesome psychiatrist in Charleston & the surrounding areas. I have been a long term patient of Dr. Dustan starting therapy with multiple psychiatric diagnoses. I'm happy to say now that because of the wonderful treatment I received from Dr. Dustan I am now able to live a much healthier and happier life. Dr. Dustan is the most sincere, compassionate and caring psychiatrist you could have. She is very intelligent and an expert in forming an accurate diagnosis. Dr. Dustan is also a expert in prescribing medication to her patients. She is diverse in treating several different psychiatric disorders. Dr. Dustan gave me a treasured gift I will always cherish. She gave me my life back.

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

August 8th, 2017

.rating-and-reviews .noScriptHide .nojs-show,.truncated [data-rem],blockquote .truncated-text{ display: initial !important}.no-js-hide,.ellipsis { display: none; }.truncated:after {content: '' !important}

I have seen a couple therapists and Dr. Dustan is far and away the best of the bunch. I have no idea where the 1 star reviewer is coming from, she may have Lorraine Dustan confused with another Doctor.

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

September 19th, 2016

.rating-and-reviews .noScriptHide .nojs-show,.truncated [data-rem],blockquote .truncated-text{ display: initial !important}.no-js-hide,.ellipsis { display: none; }.truncated:after {content: '' !important}

Dr. Lorraine Dustan is a very compassionate, intelligent, dedicated, and caring professional. She is a full time psychiatrist (9-5), Monday-Friday doing talk or psychotherapy and not just prescribing medications after 15 minutes. She gets to know you on multiple levels and has been instrumental in helping me improve my quality of life with a brittle illness. It's interesting to imagine what it would be like to sit, stay present, and help one pt. after another (with serious mental health issues) as she has dedicated herself to doing for years. She is a jewel and has been so instrumental in helping me function as a healthier, more stable partner, family person, mother, and professional. Cudos to you Dr. Dustan.

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

July 17th, 2016

.rating-and-reviews .noScriptHide .nojs-show,.truncated [data-rem],blockquote .truncated-text{ display: initial !important}.no-js-hide,.ellipsis { display: none; }.truncated:after {content: '' !important}

Highly recommend her. Has shown me great compassion during a difficult time. Lucky to have found her.

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

October 16th, 2012

.rating-and-reviews .noScriptHide .nojs-show,.truncated [data-rem],blockquote .truncated-text{ display: initial !important}.no-js-hide,.ellipsis { display: none; }.truncated:after {content: '' !important}

Super Doctor.

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

October 16th, 2010

Dr. Lorraine Rung Dustan

16 Fulton StCharleston, SC 29401

Tel: (843) 853-1942

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

Sat8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Sun8:00 am - 5:00 pm


Dr. Lorraine Rung Dustan, MD	Dr. Stephanie Price, DO	Elfreda Chambers, PA	Seceal Davis, DNP, PMHNP
Psychiatry	Psychiatry	Psychiatry	Psychiatry
	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients
4.3 (11 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)
37 Years of Experience	9 Years of Experience	3 Years of Experience	1 Year of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	Virtual Visit Available	Virtual Visit Available	Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English	Speaks English	Speaks English	Speaks English
Charleston , SC	Raleigh , NC	Greenville , SC	Latta , SC
Med School: Medical University Of South Carolina College Of Medicine	Med School: Edward Via College of Osteopathic Medicine Spartanburg, SC
Current Profile	View Profile	View Profile	View Profile

Search for your insurance and plan

Be sure to verify insurance information directly with your doctor's office, as it may undergo frequent changes.

Psychiatry

Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD) / Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Bipolar Disorder
Clinical Depression
Depression
Depressive Disorder
Insomnia
Manic Depressive Disorder
Mental Illness
Mood Disorders
Personality Disorder
Schizophrenia
Sleep Disorders

Dr. Lorraine Rung Dustan 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.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Medical University Of South Carolina.

Medical School

Graduated from Medical University Of South Carolina College Of Medicine in 1989.

NPI Number

Dr. Dustan's NPI number is 1649325572.

Dr. Kevin C Schuller
Psychiatry
20 Years Exp | Charleston, SC
(0)
Dr. Richard A Fahy
Psychiatry
58 Years Exp | Charleston, SC
(0)
Dr. Herbert Gorod
Psychiatry
| Charleston, SC
(0)
Dr. Rikki Lynn Smith
Psychiatry
25 Years Exp | Charleston, SC
(0)
Dr. Elizabeteh Weinstein Newlin
Psychiatry
| Charleston, SC
(0)
Dr. Amanda Lee Pearce
Psychiatry
15 Years Exp | Charleston, SC
(0)
Dr. Juliet Goldman
Psychiatry
30 Years Exp | Isle of Palms, SC
(0)
Dr. Herbert Gorod
Psychiatry
55 Years Exp | Charleston, SC
(0)
Dr. Sofia Arvanitidu
Psychiatry
26 Years Exp | Charleston, SC
(0)
Dr. Timothy John Paolone
Psychiatry
37 Years Exp | Charleston, SC
(0)

Is Dr. Lorraine Rung Dustan accepting new patients?: Dr. Lorraine Rung Dustan has not indicated that they accept new patients. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Where is Dr. Lorraine Rung Dustan's office located?: Dr. Lorraine Rung Dustan's office is located at 16 Fulton St, Charleston, SC, 29401.
Does Dr. Lorraine Rung Dustan accept my insurance?: You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Lorraine Rung Dustan accepts on their Vitals profile.
Does Dr. Lorraine Rung Dustan accept virtual/telehealth appointments?: Dr. Lorraine Rung Dustan has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
What languages does Dr. Lorraine Rung Dustan speak?: Dr. Lorraine Rung Dustan speaks English.

Our provider data is gathered directly from physicians and publicly available databases. Providers who verify their profiles gain the ability to update information, offering additional details about their specialties,education, treated conditions, performed procedures, and accepted insurances.

Reviews on Vitals are submitted by users only. Recognizing the valuable insights these reviews offer into a doctor's reputation, we maintain internal policies and protocols to ensure the quality and accuracy of all reviews. Importantly, providers cannot delete or alter reviews independently. Reviews can only be deleted or changed following an internal assessment by our customer service team.

Your feedback is highly valued and we encourage you to contact our support team should you encounter any issues.

Copyright © 2026 Vitals Consumer Services, LLC. US Patent No. 8, 694, 441. All Rights Reserved.
As more fully set forth in this website's terms of use . (1) nothing contained on or offered by or through this website should be construed as medical advice and should not be relied upon for medical diagnosis or treatment. Vitals Consumer Services, LLC ("Vitals"). the provider of this website, does not recommend or endorse any particular healthcare provider whose information or ratings appear on this website; and (2) Vitals has granted you a limited license to access and use this website for your own noncommercial use. You are not permitted to copy, reproduce, distribute, transmit, mirror, frame, scrape, extract, wrap, create derivative works of, reverse engineer, decompile or disassemble any part or aspect of this website.