J. Eric Turner, M.D.
Oncology
accepting new patients
Locations
Beaufort Memorial Oncology Specialists
989 Ribaut Road
Suite 310, Beaufort Medical Plaza (Use front entrance)
Beaufort
, SC 29902
About Dr. J. Turner
“My number one goal is to give my patients the best and latest standard of care. At the same time, I want them to feel like I’ve treated them like a family member and that I’m giving them my very best.”
Board certified and fellowship trained in medical oncology, Dr. Eric Turner applies in-depth knowledge of the full range of cancer therapies gained through 30 years of research and practice to treat a wide variety of cancers at Beaufort Memorial Oncology Specialists. The therapies he employs include chemotherapy, hormonal therapy, biological therapy, immunotherapy and targeted therapy.
Areas of Expertise
- Breast Cancer – Cancer that begins in the breast tissue of women and, rarely, men; includes tumors of various types.
- Colorectal Cancer – A disease in which cells in the colon or rectum grow out of control.
- Lung Cancer – A malignancy originating in lung tissue, usually in the cells that line the air passages; the two main types, each treated differently, are small cell and non-small cell.
- Head and Neck Cancer – An epithelial malignancy that can arise in the paranasal sinuses, nasal cavity, oral cavity, pharynx, and larynx.
- Melanoma – A form of skin cancer that begins in cells known as melanocytes, which make the pigment that gives skin color.
Background
When Dr. Turner began medical school at the University of North Carolina (UNC) School of Medicine he had no doubt that he wanted to do oncology. He had spent the previous five years “studying how cancer cells grow” as a molecular cancer biology researcher at Duke University. This satisfied his interest in the science of cancer that developed after several family members faced the disease.
Dr. Turner trained as a medical oncology fellow at UNC before practicing medical oncology/hematology in Calhoun, Georgia, for 15 years. Before joining Beaufort Memorial, he served as the Medical Director of Oncology at Peeples Cancer Institute in Dalton, Georgia, since 2020.
Dr. Turner is a competitive tennis player who has played USTA league tennis at various levels. He also loves classic cars. He owns a 1966 Corvette Stingray and a 1986 Jeep CJ7. He and his wife love being part of the Beaufort community after owning a second home on Fripp Island for nearly 20 years.
Awards and Honors
- Medical College of Georgia AY 2021/22 Exemplary Teaching Award
- Patient Experience Press Gainey 300 Club 2016
- Emory Debates & Didactics in Hem/Onc Conference Session Moderator
Education
Residency:
University of Virginia Health System
(2003)
Medical School:
University of North Carolina School of Medicine
(2000)
Fellowship:
University of North Carolina Hospitals
(2005)
Board Certifications
Medical Oncology, The American Board of Internal Medicine
Internal Medicine, The American Board of Internal Medicine
Conditions Treated
- Breast Cancer
- Breast Cancer Clinical Trials
- Breast Cancer Treatment
- Cancer Genetics
- Cancer Research
- Colorectal Cancer
- GI Cancer Clinical Trials
- GI Cancers
- Head & Neck Cancers
- Hematology Malignancies
- Immunotherapy
- Lung Cancer
- Lung Cancer Clinical Trials
- Lung Cancer Treatment
- Melanoma
- Molecular Targeted Therapy
- Next Generation Sequencing
- Prostate Cancer Clinical Trials
- Prostate Cancer Treatment
In the News
June 11, 2025
Bladder Cancer and Smoking: Understanding the Connection
The connection between smoking and bladder cancer reveals how a simple lifestyle change could significantly reduce your risk of this disease.
January 25, 2022
Get a Handle on Chemotherapy Side Effects
Chemotherapy is one of the most common ways to fight cancer, but it can harm more than just your cancer cells. Don’t let chemotherapy side effects take over your life.
April 9, 2025
Survivor, advocate, leader
Having gone five years endometrial cancer-free, when Marj Shymske received the news of breast cancer she felt it only natural to lean on Beaufort Memorial's breast cancer care team for guidance, treatment and comfort.
January 1, 2021
The Sleep-Cancer Connection
Getting enough sleep isn’t just about waking up ready to sieze the day. Depending on the quality of sleep and how much shut-eye you get, you might affect your cancer risk. And if you have cancer, sleep should be a part of your overall treatment plan.
May 27, 2024
Turner Joins Beaufort Memorial Oncology Specialists
Dr. Eric Turner will treat a variety of cancers, including those of the breast, head and neck, lungs, and gastrointestinal system.
March 23, 2023
Unraveling the Mystery of Breast Cancer Metastasis
When breast cancer spreads, a different approach to treatment is needed. Here’s what to know.
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