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Carl Derrick, M.D.

Carl Derrick, M.D.

Internal Medicine, Adult Primary Care

(843) 770-0404

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Offers Virtual Visits

4.9 out of 5 (698 reviews, 86 comments)

Beaufort Memorial Physician Partners

Locations

Beaufort Memorial Lowcountry Medical Group Primary Care

300 Midtown Drive
Beaufort , SC 29906

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Monday

8:00am - 5:00pm

Tuesday

8:00am - 5:00pm

Wednesday

8:00am - 5:00pm

Thursday

8:00am - 5:00pm

Friday

8:00am - 4:00pm

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 Royal.

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

698 reviews, 86 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?

12/31/2025

Verified Beaufort Memorial Patient

Looking forward next visit

12/30/2025

Verified Beaufort Memorial Patient

I never feel rushed with Dr derrick

12/30/2025

Verified Beaufort Memorial Patient

Dr Fletcher Derrick was awesome. His assistant was fabulous. The entire process was great

12/24/2025

Verified Beaufort Memorial Patient

Dr Derrick and staff are always well informed & clearly explain any care or changes.

12/23/2025

Verified Beaufort Memorial Patient

Dr Derrick is great explains everything takes this time and does an awesome job as a primary care provider

12/19/2025

Verified Beaufort Memorial Patient

I like Dr. Derrick [...]

12/19/2025

Verified Beaufort Memorial Patient

Always good

12/19/2025

Verified Beaufort Memorial Patient

I've been going to Dr.Derrick for [...] years. He's a wonderful and caring doctor. I will never never never change him to another doctor and we recommend him highly to other others.

12/18/2025

Verified Beaufort Memorial Patient

Dr. Derrick is great! He seems to really care and is very personable. The wife and I like him alot.

12/10/2025

Verified Beaufort Memorial Patient

Outstanding

12/05/2025

Verified Beaufort Memorial Patient

Good

12/05/2025

Verified Beaufort Memorial Patient

Dr.Derrick has been my PCP for [...] years now, I can't see me going to anyone else. He has always treated me with patience and always addresses all my concerns.

12/03/2025

Verified Beaufort Memorial Patient

Dr Derrick has been my MD for [...] years. He is one of the best doctors

11/26/2025

Verified Beaufort Memorial Patient

Appointments with Dr. Derrick are always very good.

11/26/2025

Verified Beaufort Memorial Patient

Dr. DERRICK and his staff were excellent.

11/24/2025

Verified Beaufort Memorial Patient

Great

11/24/2025

Verified Beaufort Memorial Patient

Best PCP ever!

11/23/2025

Verified Beaufort Memorial Patient

Good

11/20/2025

Verified Beaufort Memorial Patient

Dr Derrick is always excellent very caring and polite. He always shows concern in a genuine manner. I feel very confident under his care. We have been seeing him for [...] years and are extremely happy with his care and manner.

11/19/2025

Verified Beaufort Memorial Patient

Good

11/18/2025

Verified Beaufort Memorial Patient

Dr. Derrick is the best!

11/18/2025

Verified Beaufort Memorial Patient

Dr. DERRICK Is always thorough and kind!

11/12/2025

Verified Beaufort Memorial Patient

Have already given Dr Derrick name to my helper.

11/13/2025

Verified Beaufort Memorial Patient

Dr Derrick is the best

10/01/2025

Verified Beaufort Memorial Patient

Dr. Derrick is really good. One of the best I have ever experienced.

10/01/2025

Verified Beaufort Memorial Patient

Dr Derrick can do no wrong and needs to be rewarded greatly, don't let him escape !

10/09/2025

Verified Beaufort Memorial Patient

Excellent staff and Dr

10/13/2025

Verified Beaufort Memorial Patient

Good

10/13/2025

Verified Beaufort Memorial Patient

Good

10/20/2025

Verified Beaufort Memorial Patient

Very good

10/17/2025

Verified Beaufort Memorial Patient

Dr. Derrick took his time and addressed my concerns without me feeling rushed

10/24/2025

Verified Beaufort Memorial Patient

Dr. Derrick is outstanding. Basically perfect for me.

10/28/2025

Verified Beaufort Memorial Patient

Good

09/26/2025

Verified Beaufort Memorial Patient

Dr. Derrick is the best

09/25/2025

Verified Beaufort Memorial Patient

Dr Derrick is the best primary care physician I have had. He listens to my concerns and includes me in decision mak8ng

09/24/2025

Verified Beaufort Memorial Patient

Dr Carl Derrick is very thorough. No complaints at all.

09/23/2025

Verified Beaufort Memorial Patient

Very pleased with this professional people staff

09/04/2025

Verified Beaufort Memorial Patient

Dr. Derrick is excellent in all areas. Can't speak highly enough about him.

08/29/2025

Verified Beaufort Memorial Patient

Very good

08/26/2025

Verified Beaufort Memorial Patient

[...] Dr Derrick has fulfilled all of our expectations and more He is personable, efficient, and extremely knowledgeable We are extremely extremely pleased with his care both my husband and I

08/22/2025

Verified Beaufort Memorial Patient

Brry good

08/20/2025

Verified Beaufort Memorial Patient

Dr Derrick is wonderful and we will do end-of-life with him.

08/18/2025

Verified Beaufort Memorial Patient

Dr. Derrick always takes the time to discuss any issues you may have

08/14/2025

Verified Beaufort Memorial Patient

Dr Derrick is Excellent!!

08/11/2025

Verified Beaufort Memorial Patient

Dr. Derrick is wonderful. He has treated me for many years and understands my issues and needs. He reviews my test results and is extremely interested in my overall health and any issues which exist. He is pleasant and I friendly, and kind. He truly cares about me as a person..

08/06/2025

Verified Beaufort Memorial Patient

Dr D is very sympathetic to my issues at home and my personal questions and concerns

08/01/2025

Verified Beaufort Memorial Patient

Doctor was great

08/01/2025

Verified Beaufort Memorial Patient

Dr Fletcher Derrick always shows concern and takes care of your issues

08/01/2025

Verified Beaufort Memorial Patient

Dr. Derrick is a very good physician and Beaufort Memorial is lucky to have him. He listened to my concerns, gave a good exam and set up a plan of action to help resolve my medical issue.

07/30/2025

Verified Beaufort Memorial Patient

Very friendly and compassionate

07/28/2025

Verified Beaufort Memorial Patient

A breath of fresh air!! Can't say enough good things about him. Please find more like him. [...]

07/26/2025

Verified Beaufort Memorial Patient

Dr Derrick is great! Listens and answers all questions. Very nice.

07/26/2025

Verified Beaufort Memorial Patient

He's kind snd friendly and gives great advice!

07/23/2025

Verified Beaufort Memorial Patient

Hreat

07/21/2025

Verified Beaufort Memorial Patient

I find Dr Derrick to be direct and practical, which I appreciate

07/16/2025

Verified Beaufort Memorial Patient

Good

07/16/2025

Verified Beaufort Memorial Patient

Excellent doctor

07/16/2025

Verified Beaufort Memorial Patient

Dr. Derrick is the best

07/13/2025

Verified Beaufort Memorial Patient

Good experience

07/04/2025

Verified Beaufort Memorial Patient

Dr. Derrick is the best. Bedside manner is an A plus.

06/27/2025

Verified Beaufort Memorial Patient

Excellent doctor

06/26/2025

Verified Beaufort Memorial Patient

Dr Derrick is an excellent doctor and consultant.

06/25/2025

Verified Beaufort Memorial Patient

Dr. Derrick is totally professional, thorough and shows great care and concern. He is excellent!

06/25/2025

Verified Beaufort Memorial Patient

Dr Derrick is very good.

06/25/2025

Verified Beaufort Memorial Patient

Dr. Derrick is a very good listener. He also is pro-active and supportive of my efforts to improve my health status.

06/23/2025

Verified Beaufort Memorial Patient

Good

06/22/2025

Verified Beaufort Memorial Patient

Would never consider going to anyone else

06/20/2025

Verified Beaufort Memorial Patient

He v takes time with you

06/18/2025

Verified Beaufort Memorial Patient

I can't say enough about Dr. Derrick. He always is very thorough and takes as much time as needed to access my health. His level of attention to detail is unmatched and you can tell he truly cares about his patients. He sets the bar at its highest level for a medical professional and I value him as my doctor. 5 stars!

06/17/2025

Verified Beaufort Memorial Patient

We love Dr.Derrick.He is easy to talk to and seem to really care.

06/14/2025

Verified Beaufort Memorial Patient

Dr Derrick and staff [...] are excellent!

06/12/2025

Verified Beaufort Memorial Patient

Been seeing Dr Derrick for years & he is the best. Have highly recommended him to friends & they all made appts & are still seeing him.

06/10/2025

Verified Beaufort Memorial Patient

I would characterize Dr Derrick as a Primary Role Model He listens intensively and personally and probes all of one's statements as needed. He asks exploratory questions to better understand your physical and mental concerns but also always makes time to exchange socially.

06/04/2025

Verified Beaufort Memorial Patient

Good

05/30/2025

Verified Beaufort Memorial Patient

Dr Derrick very concerned

05/28/2025

Verified Beaufort Memorial Patient

All of my health concerns were discussed and I felt much better knowing about my labs... My [...] questions were answered

05/27/2025

Verified Beaufort Memorial Patient

Dr Derrick is great and I don't mind making the drive from Bluffton.

05/23/2025

Verified Beaufort Memorial Patient

Dr. Derrick has been my PCP for 20 years. He is patient, always answers my questions and adresses any issues I have. He recommends tests that will help me to continue to have good health. Most importantly, I trust him.

05/22/2025

Verified Beaufort Memorial Patient

I have been treated by Doctor Derrick for several years. He is the best Doctor I have ever had. I highly recommend him.

05/21/2025

Verified Beaufort Memorial Patient

Have recommended to many neighbors and friends

05/19/2025

Verified Beaufort Memorial Patient

Dr Derrick is wonderful. He listens and doesn't rush.

05/12/2025

Verified Beaufort Memorial Patient

Staff was great we felt comfortable ,cared for and understood. [...]

05/11/2025

Verified Beaufort Memorial Patient

Great

05/09/2025

Verified Beaufort Memorial Patient

Dr. Derrick is excellent

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

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