Doctor Information
Edward Tavel, MD is the founder and medical director of Pain Specialists of Charleston and has served the Charleston community since 1993. Born and raised in Charleston, he uses a wide range of interventional, non-surgical techniques and has a particular interest in neurostimulation and medical research.
Education, Residency & Fellowship Training
- Residency: Anesthesia and Pain Medicine (Chief Resident), University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
- Medical School: Doctor of Medicine, Medical University of South Carolina
- Undergraduate: Undergraduate Degree, Davidson College
- Board Certification: American Board of Anesthesiology; American Board of Pain Medicine
- NPI Number: 1508833468
Clinical Specialties & Procedures
Dr. Tavel focuses on interventional pain medicine at Pain Specialists of Charleston, including:
- Radiofrequency ablation for spine-related arthritis pain
- Dorsal root ganglion (DRG) stimulation
- Neurostimulation
- Interventional, non-surgical pain treatment
Practice Location & Appointments
- Practice: Pain Specialists of Charleston
- Address: 2695 Elms Plantation Blvd, Suite A, Charleston, SC 29406
- Phone: (843) 818-1181
- Website: painchas.com/get-to-know-dr-edward-tavel-jr-md
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Where did Dr. Tavel train?
He earned his undergraduate degree from Davidson College and his medical degree from the Medical University of South Carolina, then completed four years of training in anesthesia and pain medicine at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, where he served as chief resident in his final year.
Is Dr. Tavel board certified?
Yes. He holds board certifications from the American Board of Anesthesiology and the American Board of Pain Medicine.
Is Dr. Tavel accepting new patients?
Yes. The practice states that he is accepting new patients and offers same-day appointments on a first-come, first-served basis. Call (843) 818-1181.
