Healthcare in the Lowcountry
Access to high-quality healthcare is an important part of life in the Lowcountry. Residents and visitors alike benefit from a network of modern hospitals, specialty centers, and urgent care facilities that provide comprehensive medical services close to home.
Hospitals and Major Medical Centers
Hilton Head Hospital
Located on Main Street, Hilton Head Hospital is a full-service acute care facility with more than 100 beds. It offers emergency services, advanced imaging, surgical care, orthopedic services, and a range of specialty programs including cardiology and rehabilitation.
Coastal Carolina Hospital
Situated in Hardeeville, just a short drive from Hilton Head Island, Coastal Carolina Hospital provides emergency care, surgical services, diagnostic imaging, and maternity care. It serves as a key resource for residents of both Hilton Head and Bluffton.
Beaufort Memorial Hospital
Located in Beaufort, this regional hospital offers a wide range of services including a nationally accredited cancer center, a birthing center, cardiac rehabilitation, and advanced surgical suites. It is part of a large healthcare network serving Beaufort County.
Memorial Health University Medical Center
In nearby Savannah, this large teaching hospital and trauma center provides advanced care options including neurology, oncology, cardiovascular surgery, and pediatric specialties.
Outpatient and Specialty Care
In addition to hospitals, Hilton Head and Bluffton offer numerous outpatient clinics and specialty centers. Residents have access to primary care providers, dental practices, dermatology clinics, physical therapy facilities, and wellness programs. Several nationally recognized networks such as Hilton Head Regional Healthcare and Beaufort Memorial operate satellite offices throughout the area for convenient access.
Urgent Care and Emergency Services
- Novant Health Urgent Care (Doctors Care) — Phone: (843) 341-2416
- Moss Creek Orthopedic Urgent Care — Phone: (843) 836-7022
- Sea Pines Circle Immediate Care (Hilton Head) — Phone: Not listed (recommend calling or checking website for details)
- St. Joseph’s/Candler Urgent Care – Bluffton — Phone: (843) 548-0533
- Novant Health Urgent Care – Bluffton — Phone: (843) 757-0676
- Beaufort Memorial Express Care & Occupational Health – Bluffton — Phone: (843) 706-2185
- Global Family Medicine & Urgent Care – Bluffton — Phone: (912) 214-3388
- Tidewatch Emergency Department (Emergency-only in Bluffton) — Phone: (843) 757-8433