4.4
28 Ratings with 14 written Reviews
Summary
Dr. Martha Hester is a family medicine physician who brings more than three decades of medical expertise to her practice. She earned her medical degree from the University of South Carolina School of Medicine Columbia and completed her residency training at Palmetto Health Richland Memorial Hospital. With 32 years of experience caring for patients, Dr. Hester provides comprehensive healthcare services. She communicates with patients in English.
Dr. Hester practices at Palmetto Health Baptist in Columbia, South Carolina. She specializes in managing high blood pressure conditions, including both routine hypertension care and urgent hypertensive emergencies. Her practice also includes pediatric hypertension treatment for younger patients. Dr. Hester performs important diagnostic procedures such as heart rhythm monitoring through electrocardiograms and breast cancer screening services. Patients have given her an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars.
Dr. Hester practices at Palmetto Health Baptist in Columbia, South Carolina. She specializes in managing high blood pressure conditions, including both routine hypertension care and urgent hypertensive emergencies. Her practice also includes pediatric hypertension treatment for younger patients. Dr. Hester performs important diagnostic procedures such as heart rhythm monitoring through electrocardiograms and breast cancer screening services. Patients have given her an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars.
Overview based on verified provider data
Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 32 years of experience
- 30 insurance plans accepted
- speaks English
- Palmetto Health Richland Memorial Hospital
- 14 written reviews
- 1 specialty
- 6 areas of expertise
- 1 board certification
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 1 office location
- Female
Patients’ Perspective
- Gave an accurate diagnosis
- Had a good bedside manner
- Spent time with me
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Office Location
Martha Parker Hester
5900 Garners Ferry RdColumbia, SC 29209 Tel: (803) 695-5450
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
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Martha Parker Hester
Medical Specialties
Martha Parker Hester has the following specialty
Specialty Expertise
Martha Parker Hester has the following 6 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
32 Years Experience
Martha Parker Hester 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 Palmetto Health Richland Memorial Hospital.
Medical School
Graduated from University Of South Carolina School Of Medicine Columbia in 1994.
NPI Number
Martha Parker Hester's NPI number is 1598724841.
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- Martha Parker Hester's office is located at 5900 Garners Ferry Rd, Columbia, SC, 29209.
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- Martha Parker Hester speaks English.
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- Which hospitals is Martha Parker Hester affiliated with?
- Martha Parker Hester is affiliated with Palmetto Health Baptist.
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