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Carl Derrick, M.D.

Carl Derrick, M.D.

Internal Medicine, Adult Primary Care

(843) 770-0404

Offers Virtual Visits

4.9 out of 5 (740 reviews, 90 comments)

Beaufort Memorial Physician Partners

Locations

Beaufort Memorial Lowcountry Medical Group Primary Care

300 Midtown Drive
Beaufort , SC 29906

View hours

Monday

8:00am - 5:00pm

Tuesday

8:00am - 5:00pm

Wednesday

8:00am - 5:00pm

Thursday

8:00am - 5:00pm

Friday

8:00am - 5:00pm

Beaufort Memorial Lowcountry Medical Group Primary Care

(843) 770-0404 View Details

About Dr. Carl Derrick

"My goal is to provide complete and efficient medical care while listening to my patients and their needs."

A board-certified specialist in internal medicine, Dr. Carl Derrick brings more than two decades experience to Beaufort Memorial Lowcountry Medical Group, with professional interests in cardiovascular and endocrine medicine.

Background

Prior to joining the practice, he was a staff physician at Bayview Nursing Center in Beaufort as well as the medical director at Driftwood Nursing Center and in practice at Lowcountry Medical Associates in Charleston.

He has served as chairman of the Department of Internal Medicine at Beaufort Memorial Hospital and as a clinical instructor of medicine at the Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC). He is currently the medical director of both Homestead Hospice in Beaufort and Sprenger Nursing Center in Port Royaluitt Health.

Dr. Derrick and his wife, Melissa, who owns a ballet studio, have four children. He enjoys spending time with his family, fishing and golf.

Education

Medical School:
Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) — Charleston, S.C.

Residency:
Carolinas Medical Center — Charlotte, N.C. , Internal Medicine

Board Certifications

Internal Medicine, The American Board of Internal Medicine

Conditions Treated

Cardiovascular Disease
Endocrine System Disorders

Procedures Performed

Adult Primary Care
Disease Prevention and Treatment
Internal Medicine

Patient Ratings & Comments

4.9

740 reviews, 90 comments

A provider's star rating is an average of all responses to provider-related questions from the last 365 days on the nationally recognized Press Ganey Patient Experience Survey. Learn more about ratings.

Category Ratings

4.9

Likelihood of recommending this provider?

4.9

Provider discussed treatment options with you?

4.9

Provider explained things in way you understand?

4.9

Provider included you in decisions?

4.9

Provider showed concern?

04/30/2025

Verified Beaufort Memorial Patient

I have consistently recommended Dr. Derrick to many people in Bluffton. His knowledge, interaction, communication, caring concern, and involvement of the patient are outstanding traits of an Ideal doctor. I'm grateful that he Is my primary care provider.

04/24/2025

Verified Beaufort Memorial Patient

Telemed visit, but handles very well

02/28/2025

Verified Beaufort Memorial Patient

Dr Derrick is focused on his time with me and makes me very comfortable with him even when the computer is down.

02/26/2025

Verified Beaufort Memorial Patient

Excellent

02/22/2025

Verified Beaufort Memorial Patient

Outstanding Doctor

02/11/2025

Verified Beaufort Memorial Patient

Dr Derrick has always listened and been helpful!

02/07/2025

Verified Beaufort Memorial Patient

Dr Derrick is terrific

02/07/2025

Verified Beaufort Memorial Patient

I am so pleased with my Dr that I always refer friends to him. One has started seeing him and really likes him as well.

02/06/2025

Verified Beaufort Memorial Patient

Good

02/04/2025

Verified Beaufort Memorial Patient

Good

02/01/2025

Verified Beaufort Memorial Patient

Great!

01/23/2025

Verified Beaufort Memorial Patient

Dr. Derrick is awsome.

01/21/2025

Verified Beaufort Memorial Patient

Great doctor

01/19/2025

Verified Beaufort Memorial Patient

While talking to Dr and/or assistant It was excellent [...]

01/19/2025

Verified Beaufort Memorial Patient

Dr Derrick is an excellent communicator

01/15/2025

Verified Beaufort Memorial Patient

Dr. Derek showed great concern with me being in the hospital in the last two weeks. Explain to me why certain medications did not work and were resistant to the strain of bacteria I had. He was very knowledgeable on what needed to be prescribed in less than 24 hours I am much better Versus being sick for the last 14 days.

01/09/2025

Verified Beaufort Memorial Patient

This was my first visit and I was impressed with the attention and time Dr. Derrick took in discussing medical issues.

01/07/2025

Verified Beaufort Memorial Patient

Mentioned a specific issue and really got no answer. Also no physical regarding prostrate or other physical examinations.

01/08/2025

Verified Beaufort Memorial Patient

Dr. Derrick is extremely caring, professional and does not rush his patients thru their appointments

12/26/2024

Verified Beaufort Memorial Patient

Dr Derrick listens and explains what's going on

12/25/2024

Verified Beaufort Memorial Patient

Dr Derrick is great

12/21/2024

Verified Beaufort Memorial Patient

Dr Derrick & nurse are excellent.

12/18/2024

Verified Beaufort Memorial Patient

Doing the happy dance, I hope my dr does not retire before I die!!

12/19/2024

Verified Beaufort Memorial Patient

Great

12/13/2024

Verified Beaufort Memorial Patient

Dr. Derrick never disappoints. His friendly demeanor and genuine sense of caring goes a long way in my book. I never feel pressured about anything on my visits. He definitely sets the bar high for all other physicians and is a true health care professional. He makes "going to the doctor" a breeze!

12/13/2024

Verified Beaufort Memorial Patient

I have seen several doctors in my 40 years in Beaufort. Doctor Derrick is the best. Not even close.

12/13/2024

Verified Beaufort Memorial Patient

Dr. Derrick was very thorough and explained well each area of concern.

12/13/2024

Verified Beaufort Memorial Patient

Very good

12/03/2024

Verified Beaufort Memorial Patient

Very professional and caring

11/21/2024

Verified Beaufort Memorial Patient

Good

11/21/2024

Verified Beaufort Memorial Patient

Always exceeds my expectations

11/23/2024

Verified Beaufort Memorial Patient

Dr. Derrick has been my doctor for probably 20 years. I wouldn't have remained under his care if I didn't trust him or get along with him. He has always been responsive to my questions and concerns. He listens.

11/15/2024

Verified Beaufort Memorial Patient

Dr. Derrick is Warm, caring, compassionate, attentive, and listens affectively

11/14/2024

Verified Beaufort Memorial Patient

I can't say enough about how thorough and on top of things my Dr. Was. He has what we all want as patients. He's an excellent listener. I felt heard and reassured.

11/14/2024

Verified Beaufort Memorial Patient

After working with Dr Derrick for over 15 years, he is mostly responsible for my good health at 85 years.

11/06/2024

Verified Beaufort Memorial Patient

Fabulous doctor and I recommend him highly

10/23/2024

Verified Beaufort Memorial Patient

Doctor Derrick is the best Primary Care Doctor I have ever had.

10/23/2024

Verified Beaufort Memorial Patient

Dr Derrick is very professional

10/22/2024

Verified Beaufort Memorial Patient

Ok

10/16/2024

Verified Beaufort Memorial Patient

Dr Derrick is the best. 18 yearsExplains well and always look out for my best interest.

10/16/2024

Verified Beaufort Memorial Patient

Very professional and caring. Been a patient for 18 years. Takes excellent care of me.

10/14/2024

Verified Beaufort Memorial Patient

Love the professionalism and care I am receiving. I have been coming to Beaufort Memorial and their doctors since I was a week old.

10/14/2024

Verified Beaufort Memorial Patient

I love Dr Derrick. He's a sweet, sweet man, and very good at what he does. I hope he'll always be my doctor.

10/12/2024

Verified Beaufort Memorial Patient

Great

10/13/2024

Verified Beaufort Memorial Patient

The best!

10/11/2024

Verified Beaufort Memorial Patient

There is none better than Dr. Derrick

10/09/2024

Verified Beaufort Memorial Patient

Dr.. Derrick was very compassionate with my situation. He offered any assistance we may need.

10/09/2024

Verified Beaufort Memorial Patient

The care that Beaufort provided is the reason we have used Doctors that are affiliated with your hospital for 17 + years and will continue because we know we will proper care and quality personnel.

10/03/2024

Verified Beaufort Memorial Patient

Excellent

10/03/2024

Verified Beaufort Memorial Patient

Good experience

10/03/2024

Verified Beaufort Memorial Patient

Dr Derrick seemed a little rushed...

09/29/2024

Verified Beaufort Memorial Patient

Excellent Physician.

09/26/2024

Verified Beaufort Memorial Patient

Excellent Dr

09/25/2024

Verified Beaufort Memorial Patient

No issues

09/23/2024

Verified Beaufort Memorial Patient

Listens and reacts appropriately. Very comfortable with his instructions, concerns, and treatment plans.

09/17/2024

Verified Beaufort Memorial Patient

Dr Derrick is wonderful and caring I've been his patient for 17 years

09/13/2024

Verified Beaufort Memorial Patient

Dr Derrick is great

09/15/2024

Verified Beaufort Memorial Patient

Enjoyable visit

09/15/2024

Verified Beaufort Memorial Patient

Have been a ptient of Dr Derrick for many years and appreciate his attention and heklp

09/10/2024

Verified Beaufort Memorial Patient

Dr. Derrick is an amazing Dr

09/10/2024

Verified Beaufort Memorial Patient

I have been seeing Dr Derrick for twelve years. He is great!

09/09/2024

Verified Beaufort Memorial Patient

All great!

09/06/2024

Verified Beaufort Memorial Patient

Good

09/01/2024

Verified Beaufort Memorial Patient

Dr. Derrick is the best.

08/31/2024

Verified Beaufort Memorial Patient

Very professional and friendly

08/29/2024

Verified Beaufort Memorial Patient

Dr Derrick is a great doctor. He is patient, terrific listener and very professional , He puts you at ease and is very thorough with his answers and exams.

08/23/2024

Verified Beaufort Memorial Patient

[...] Loved Dr Derrick came highly recommended. Hesitant to refer too many patients because it will increase my animity to get into see him when needed.

08/24/2024

Verified Beaufort Memorial Patient

Dr Derrick is professional, thorough, friendly and warm

08/22/2024

Verified Beaufort Memorial Patient

Very pleased with service

08/22/2024

Verified Beaufort Memorial Patient

Wonderful group

08/17/2024

Verified Beaufort Memorial Patient

Ok

08/15/2024

Verified Beaufort Memorial Patient

Dr. Derrick did a great job listening then offering information or options to what we discussed.

08/09/2024

Verified Beaufort Memorial Patient

Doc took great care of my needs

08/07/2024

Verified Beaufort Memorial Patient

Dr. Derrick was terrific like always

08/03/2024

Verified Beaufort Memorial Patient

All good! Dr. D seems to be a good listener and wanted to get to know me as a new patient.

08/03/2024

Verified Beaufort Memorial Patient

I have been seeing Dr Derrick 20+ years. We communicate well. I have confidence in his advice and decisions.

08/06/2024

Verified Beaufort Memorial Patient

Always a great experience

07/31/2024

Verified Beaufort Memorial Patient

I started with Dr Derrick when he came to thus practice and have recommended him to many new neighbors.

07/30/2024

Verified Beaufort Memorial Patient

Everyone I came into contact with had a professional & pleasant attitude no matter the time- very impressive!

07/29/2024

Verified Beaufort Memorial Patient

Good

07/23/2024

Verified Beaufort Memorial Patient

Excellent....from the time I entered the ER to my discharge from the hospital 2.5 days later I had excellent care from all the staff I encountered

07/19/2024

Verified Beaufort Memorial Patient

Dr. Derrick reviewed the treatment plan very thoroughly.

07/20/2024

Verified Beaufort Memorial Patient

Good

07/18/2024

Verified Beaufort Memorial Patient

All questions were answered.

07/18/2024

Verified Beaufort Memorial Patient

Dr.Derrick is a wonderful, caring physician.

07/16/2024

Verified Beaufort Memorial Patient

Good

07/18/2024

Verified Beaufort Memorial Patient

Dr. Derrick is simply the best

07/16/2024

Verified Beaufort Memorial Patient

Dr Derrick is wonderful to work with. He proved a compassionate, professional care

07/16/2024

Verified Beaufort Memorial Patient

I really like Dr Derrick. He listens.

07/13/2024

Verified Beaufort Memorial Patient

Vary happy

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