Dr. Jan H. Burger

About the Doctor

Dr. Jan H. Burger is a family medicine physician with over 21 years of experience, practicing in Summerville, South Carolina. He earned his medical degree from the University of Pretoria Faculty of Medicine and completed his family medicine residency at the Medical University of South Carolina College of Medicine (2002-2005). Dr. Burger is part of Dorchester Medical Associates and has garnered a perfect 5/5 patient rating from 191 reviews, along with four patient awards for listening attentively, explaining clearly, performing thorough exams, and making time for patients. He is accepting new patients and has expertise in 11 conditions, including chronic hypertension, high cholesterol, coronary artery disease, and chronic diabetes. Dr. Burger accepts Medicare, Medicaid, Cigna, United Healthcare, and several other major insurance plans.

• Over 21 years of experience in family medicine

• 5/5 patient rating from 191 reviews

• Recognized for making time for patients, clear explanations, and thorough exams

• Expertise in managing chronic conditions like hypertension, diabetes, and coronary artery disease

• Accepts new patients and a wide range of insurance plans, including Medicare and Medicaid

Education & Training

Medical School – University of Pretoria Faculty of Medicine
Residency – Medical University of South Carolina College of Medicine, Family Medicine (2002-2005)
Fellowship/Additional Training – None specified

Medical Conditions Treated

• Chronic hypertension (high blood pressure)

• High cholesterol (hyperlipidemia)

• Coronary artery disease

• Chronic diabetes (type 2 diabetes)

• Obesity and metabolic syndrome

• Thyroid disorders

• Depression and anxiety

• Respiratory infections (bronchitis, pneumonia)

• Allergies and asthma

• Arthritis and joint pain

• Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD)

Medical Procedures Performed

• Comprehensive annual physical exams

• Chronic disease management (hypertension, diabetes, high cholesterol)

• In-office laboratory testing (blood glucose, cholesterol panels, urinalysis)

• Vaccinations and immunizations

• Electrocardiogram (ECG) interpretation

• Minor skin procedures (wart removal, laceration repair)

• Preventive health screenings (cancer, cardiovascular)

• Prescription management and medication adjustments

Services Offered

Dr. Burger provides comprehensive primary care for patients of all ages, focusing on prevention, diagnosis, and management of common acute and chronic conditions. His practice emphasizes long-term doctor-patient relationships, with services ranging from routine wellness exams and immunizations to the management of complex chronic diseases like diabetes, hypertension, and heart disease. He takes time to educate patients on lifestyle modifications, medication adherence, and preventive strategies to optimize overall health. Dr. Burger also coordinates care with specialists when needed and offers in-office testing for prompt diagnosis. Same-day appointments may be available for acute illnesses.

• Routine wellness exams – annual physicals, school/sports physicals, Medicare wellness visits

• Preventive care – immunizations, cancer screenings (mammograms, colonoscopies), cardiovascular risk assessments

• Chronic disease management – diabetes, hypertension, high cholesterol, coronary artery disease

• Acute illness care – respiratory infections, urinary tract infections, minor injuries

• Diagnostic services – in-office labs, ECGs, blood pressure monitoring

• Patient education – diet, exercise, smoking cessation, stress reduction

• Referral coordination – to cardiologists, endocrinologists, and other specialists

Accepted Insurances

• Amerihealth Caritas (HMO)

• Centene (HMO)

• Cigna (PPO)

• CMS Medicare (Medicare)

• Elevance (HMO, Medicare, POS, PPO)

• Molina (HMO, Medicare)

• United Healthcare (HMO, Medicaid, Medicare, POS, PPO)

Practice Locations

Address: 102 Harth Pl, Summerville, SC, 29485
Phone: (843) 875-7901

Hospital Affiliations

Dr. Burger practices at Dorchester Medical Associates, an outpatient primary care office. If hospital admission is required, he may refer patients to local hospitals.