Dr. Donald Saunders III, MD
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Dr. Donald Saunders III, MD
Cardiology
Dr. Donald Saunders III, MD is a cardiologist in North Charleston, SC. Dr. Saunders III has extensive experience in Adult Congenital Heart Conditions and Heart Conditions. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Trident Health System-Summerville Medical Center and Trident Medical Center. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.
Locations
Lowcountry Cardiology Associates - North Charleston
Lowcountry Cardiology Associates
Lowcountry Cardiology Associates - Moncks Corner
Hospital Highlight
Dr. Saunders III is affiliated with Colleton Medical Center Walterboro, a highly rated hospital.
Dr. Saunders III is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Cardiology
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- Above average experience
- Good hospital quality
- Good patient ratings
- No healthcare sanctions
- Area of Expertise • Dr. Saunders III specializes in the area of Cardiovascular Disease. See board certifications
- Offers Telehealth • This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
- Practices at Top Hospital • Cardiac Surgery Excellence Award™ See hospitals
- Good Communication • Patients said there was good doctor communication at the hospital. See hospitals
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care philosophy
Dr. Saunders provides expert cardiology care for men and women in Charleston and the surrounding areas. Offering compassionate, experienced and a detail-oriented approach, Dr. Saunders believes in a patient-centered delivery of care.biography
This physician is accepting telehealth visits. Dr. Donald Saunders is board-certified in cardiovascular disease and interventional cardiology. He earned his medical degree from the University of South Carolina School of Medicine. Dr. Saunders...read moreCardiology
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Georgetown University - Providence Hospital
Fellowship HospitalLoyola University - Chicago
Residency HospitalUniversity Of South Carolina
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Learn more about medical license public record checkAffiliated Hospitals
- Recipient of 1
hospital awardView all awardsPatient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025)
Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications
View all patient feedbackHow patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.
83%Patients said they were given information about recovering at home1% lower than the national average
81%Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well5% higher than the national average
- Recipient of 18
hospital awardsAmerica's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2023)
Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications
View all awardsCardiac Surgery Excellence Award™ (2025)
Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications
- Recipient of 28
hospital awardsAmerica's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)
Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications
View all awardsCardiac Surgery Excellence Award™ (2025)
Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications
View all patient feedbackHow patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.
83%Patients said they were given information about recovering at home1% lower than the national average
75%Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well1% lower than the national average
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