Summary

Dr. W. Shawn Ghent specializes in internal medicine and pulmonology, bringing 37 years of experience to his practice. He earned his medical degree from the University of South Carolina School of Medicine and completed his residency at CEME/Palmetto General Hospital Program. Dr. Ghent holds board certification as a Fellow of the College of Chest Physicians (FCCP), demonstrating his advanced expertise in chest medicine. He provides care in English for his patients.

Dr. Ghent is affiliated with MUSC Health Columbia Medical Center Downtown and practices at Carolina Pulmonary locations in West Columbia and Columbia, South Carolina. His clinical focus includes treating chronic lung disease and COPD, including cases where patients have additional health conditions. He performs pulmonary function testing to evaluate lung capacity and breathing patterns, along with stress echocardiograms and CT scans for comprehensive diagnostic care. Patients rate Dr. Ghent 3.7 out of 5 stars on average.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3.7
  • 37 years of experience
  • 37 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • CEME/Palmetto General Hosp Program
  • 3 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 8 areas of expertise
  • 3 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 2 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Locations

W. Shawn Ghent has 2 locations

Carolina Pulmonary - West Columbia

2728 Sunset Blvd Ste 104West Columbia, SC 29169

Carolina Pulmonary - Northeast Columbia

3016 Longtown Commons Dr Ste 405Columbia, SC 29229

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Speaks English
West Columbia , SCMyrtle Beach , SCColumbia , SCColumbia , SC
Med School: University of South Carolina School of Medicine Med School: Campbell University School of Osteopathic Medicine Med School: Weill Cornell Medical College Med School: Virginia Commonwealth University School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by W. Shawn Ghent

  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Arkansas Total Care - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Blue Choice Health Plan
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of South Carolina
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
  • Blue Cross of Idaho
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • EmblemHealth
  • EmblemHealth - PPO
  • GEHA
  • GEHA - PPO
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Humana - PPO
  • Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (HMO Plans)
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Optum Health
  • Select Health of South Carolina
  • Select Health of South Carolina - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Wellcare
  • Wellcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • WPS Health Plan

Medical Specialties

W. Shawn Ghent has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

W. Shawn Ghent has the following 8 areas of expertise

  • Angiographic Visualization
  • Asthma
  • Chest Infection
  • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
  • Emphysema
  • Pneumonia
  • Pulmonology
  • Tuberculosis (TB)

Certifications, License, & Education

37 Years Experience

W. Shawn Ghent 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 CEME/Palmetto General Hosp Program.

Medical School

Graduated from University of South Carolina School of Medicine in 1989.

NPI Number

W. Shawn Ghent's NPI number is 1528022423.

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W. Shawn Ghent is affiliated with Musc Health Columbia Medical Center Downtown.
What languages does W. Shawn Ghent speak?
W. Shawn Ghent speaks English.
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