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We can diagnose and refer, write prescriptions, and order testing, and WE WANT TO BE YOUR PRIMARY CARE PROVIDER. Existing patients, now you can call to schedule a Telemedicine Visit from the comfort of your own home. Make an appointment or walk-in when you need us in two locations: Surfside and Carolina Forest. Walk in when you need us during this busy cold and flu season.

Early detection and treatment of the flu can shorten its duration and stop it from spreading. At South Strand Internists & Urgent Care our physicians, nurse practitioners and entire support team are caregivers who listen and care, who see the big picture and know you as a person.
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From Urgent Care to routine check-ups, South Strand Internists & Urgent Care has the skill and compassion to handle most medical needs or situations. We understand that some patients are interested in preventive care and treatments, while others simply want to feel better when they get sick. Whatever your wellness goals are, you can rely on South Strand Internists & Urgent Care to work with you, taking into consideration your expectations, financial resources, personal beliefs and health goals.You can trust our professional staff to protect your dignity and be an advocate for you no matter what the situation.
State-of-the-art, compassionate healthcare is available right here on the South Strand, in your own neighborhood. South Strand Internists & Urgent Care offers convenience to our patients with everything you need onsite including digital X-ray and laboratories, stress testing, and other diagnostics.
The emergency room in a hospital was designed to treat severe and life-threatening conditions. But Many people use the ER as a place to receive Urgent Care without realizing it. If you have an injury or illness such as a sprained ankle or an ear infection, you may end up waiting for hours in the emergency room and paying hundreds or thousands of dollars for your care.
With convenient and extended hours at two locations in Surfside Beach and Carolina Forest in Myrtle Beach, the compassionate team at South Strand Internists & Urgent Care and Strand Urgent Care is the perfect choice to be your Family Doctor and Primary Care Provider. Together we can keep you on the path to overall wellness and help you improve your quality of life.
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Misty Brooks
Apr 23, 2022
Dropped In to pay my bill, and change my appointment. Girl at the front desk was very rude. I will not be back.
Paige Cahill
Mar 14, 2022
Dr freeman is the absolute worst. I would not recommend anyone go to this doctor office. They do NOT care about the well-being of their patients.
Lisa P.
Jan 25, 2022
First visit I waited over 3 hours and was diagnosed with a pretty bad ear infection and was only given 3 days worth of antibiotics. Of course that didn't work so back I went and instead they gave me drops for my ears instead of just giving me more antibiotics and of course that ALSO did not work. For my third trip back they were declining walk ins even though I had called the day prior and was told to be there at 8am. Woke up early, took the morning off from work for nothing. It shouldn't take 3 appointments for an ear infection.
Talmadge Shifflett
Nov 09, 2021
I am a regular patient of South strand. I asked for covid tests to be done today. They turned us down. Must have had symptoms at least three days. My wife had been sick two days. We were just checking to make sure we didn't have it to protect others. It could be a head cold. Who knows. We are seniors. Any other place will test if asked for. Not this place. I have had it. I have been with them for seven years. It is time to move on. Don't waste your time here.
James Dodson
Jan 25, 2021
Wow I'm from Maryland down here at myrtle beach was feeling really bad the last couple of days a friend on mine told me to go here. I did they were great so nice I saw Tara outstanding very professional. I have a infection she gave me antibiotics.glad I went there thanks guys
Joe A.
Jan 01, 2021
I been feeling lightheaded and wanted a check up to see if there's any concern. Instead I went to ER to basically find out its hypertension. They wanted me to go to ER because they can't do there job here. I'll never go back here again. Something so simple and they can't do it!
Kimberly Beth Anne Peterson -Malsman
Nov 03, 2020
A joke. I wasted 4 hours in two days! I was told the doc who prescribes controlled substances would be in the next day. I had to come back, which was fine. The doc lectured me and said he'd give me nothing after he left me in that little room for so long! That in itself causes anxiety, especially since I was out of anti-anxiety medication, so I of course yelled at him!

Since the waiting room was empty when I left, and I had an appointment before the others did, I can only conclude that he chose to take care of the locals first. No one looked extremely ill either. *Update. All I had to do was call my regular doc. Everything is fine! Take that, Dr. Dumbeard! And to Nhikki, the office manager who doesn't know the difference between moot and mute, don't ask someone to call to explain their side, and then lecture them. It was all so unprofessional and ignorant.
Ellen Ames
Dec 19, 2018
Dr. Hunter is the best doctor I have seen in a while since moving here from Pennsylvania three years ago. It's refreshing to see a doctor who cares about me and understands me. He gets it! I would highly recommend stopping by and seeing Dr. Hunter if you are new to the area. Or if you live here all year. You won't be disappointed! Thank you Dr. Hunter for being there for me!
Steve Kaylor
Apr 28, 2016
Dr. Vandergriff has been my primary care physician for 4 years now. You will not find a doctor with a better bedside manner than this one. He practices excellent medicine and TAKES TIME with his patients, versus other doctors in the area that rush you out of the room as quickly as possible. The staff at SSI has always treated me very well and have worked diligently with scheduling appointments for me or to get me seen quickly for critical care needs. I won't even consider going anywhere else.
Lisa Trinemeyer
Dec 18, 2015
Dr. Vandergriff has been my doctor and my husband's doctor for 6 years. We couldn't be more pleased with the care we get. He is the only one who has gotten my blood pressure under control and took excellent care of my husband's shingles. Dr. Vandergriff takes the time to listen and connect with you, not just hurry through the visit barely acknowledging you or look you in the eye like a lot of doctors out there. I would highly recommend him to anyone needing a regular primary care doctor or for an unexpected emergency. If I could give him more than 5 Stars, I would!