Dr. John G. Creel

About the Doctor

Dr. John G. Creel is a family medicine physician in Walterboro, South Carolina, with more than 21 years of experience. He earned his medical degree from the Medical University of South Carolina College of Medicine and completed his family medicine residency at McLeod Regional Medical Center (1999–2002). Dr. Creel is recognized as a Patients’ Top Choice, reflected in his 5/5 patient rating based on 90 reviews. Patients describe him as approachable and attentive, appreciating his clear communication and his ability to coordinate referrals when necessary. Patients also report positive experiences with his support staff and the overall practice environment. He has been designated an “Expert” in eight conditions, with clinical expertise including chronic hypertension, high cholesterol, chronic diabetes, and atrial fibrillation/flutter. Dr. Creel currently accepts new patients and accepts a range of insurance plans including Humana, Cigna, United Healthcare, and Medicaid.

• Patients’ Top Choice awardee with a 5/5 rating (90 reviews)

• Over 21 years of experience in family medicine

• Expert in eight conditions including hypertension, diabetes, high cholesterol, and atrial fibrillation

• Accepts new patients and Medicaid

Education & Training

Medical School – Medical University of South Carolina College of Medicine
Residency – McLeod Regional Medical Center, Family Medicine, 
Fellowship/Additional Training – None specified

Medical Conditions Treated

• Chronic hypertension (high blood pressure)

• High cholesterol (hyperlipidemia)

• Chronic diabetes (type 1 and type 2)

• Atrial fibrillation and atrial flutter

• Bronchitis

• Allergies

• Asthma

• Upper respiratory infections

• Thyroid disorders

• Depression and anxiety

Medical Procedures Performed

• Annual physical exams and preventive health screenings

• Chronic disease management (hypertension, diabetes, hyperlipidemia, atrial fibrillation)

• Adult and pediatric immunizations

• In‑office laboratory testing (blood work, urinalysis, rapid strep/flu)

• Electrocardiograms (EKGs)

• Minor wound care and suture removal

• Joint injections

• Patient education and lifestyle counseling

Services Offered

Dr. Creel provides comprehensive family medicine care for patients of all ages, from children to seniors. His services include routine checkups, preventive screenings, and immunizations, as well as management of chronic conditions such as hypertension, diabetes, and high cholesterol. He also treats acute illnesses like bronchitis, upper respiratory infections, and minor injuries. Dr. Creel is known for clear communication, coordinating referrals to specialists when needed, and maintaining a supportive practice environment with helpful staff. He performs in‑office diagnostic testing including EKGs and basic labs. Telehealth availability is not specified; please contact the office directly.

List of services:

• Annual wellness exams and school/sports physicals

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

• Acute illness care (bronchitis, colds, flu, infections)

• Preventive care and immunizations for all ages

• In‑office diagnostic testing (labs, EKG)

• Minor procedures (joint injections, wound care)

• Lifestyle counseling (nutrition, exercise, smoking cessation)

• Coordination with cardiologists and other specialists

Accepted Insurances

• Amerihealth Caritas (Medicaid)

• BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina (PPO)

• Cigna (PPO)

• Humana (Medicare, PPO)

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

Practice Locations

Address: 447 Spruce St, Walterboro, SC 29488
Phone: (843) 549-6331

Hospital Affiliations

None specified in the provided information. Please contact the office directly for current hospital affiliations.