Our Story

Collaborating across patient care, research and education, the Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) is a powerful and innovative network that works together to deliver the highest level of care, improving health outcomes in South Carolina.

Changing what’s possible takes all of us.

At MUSC, we are as bold as we are compassionate – and we refuse to compromise on something as important as your health. We are on an ambitious journey to drive innovation, unlock human potential and ensure that breakthrough care includes endless caring. We serve every county in South Carolina, and our work fuels new thinking and solutions that better our communities and the world.

This is a challenge that is bigger than any of us as individuals, but not bigger than all of us working together. This is why we work collectively and collaboratively. Our research is a catalyst that sparks academic excellence and turns students into caregivers who deliver breakthrough treatments. Research, education and patient care are all intertwined at MUSC and by moving forward as one, we can amplify our impact. It means that no one fights disease alone; every child has healthy options; innovations lead to treatments; theories become practice; and healthy patients lead to healthier communities.

There’s innovation in everything we do.

Our Mission

World-class Care

We’re nationally recognized for our innovation, patient and family-centered care, and healthy outcomes.

Impactful Research

Our discoveries grow knowledge, our clinical trials transform medical treatments, and our innovations improve the care you receive.

Next Generation Leaders

Our programs offer an immersive educational experience guided by faculty dedicated to excellence in mentorship, research and patient care.

Bringing leading-edge facilities and services to you.

Exterior view of the Shawn Jenkins Children’s Hospital in Charleston, South Carolina. This is a state-of-the-art pediatric and women’s health facility overlooking the Ashley River.

Front view of Hollings Cancer Center in Charleston, South Carolina. It is the only National Cancer Institute designated cancer center in the state, focused on research and comprehensive patient care.

Exterior of MUSC’s College of Nursing in Charleston, South Carolina. The college is home to nationally recognized nursing education, research, and clinical practice

Main entrance of MUSC Health Kershaw Medical Center in Kershaw, South Carolina. The hospital provides emergency, inpatient, and outpatient care for the community.

Street-level view of MUSC Health Summey Medical Pavilion in North Charleston, South Carolina. This outpatient facility is dedicated exclusively to children, offering pediatric specialty clinics and primary care.

Exterior of the Dental Clinic at MUSC’s James B. Edwards College of Dental Medicine in Charleston, South Carolina. The clinic provides comprehensive oral health care while serving as a teaching facility for future dentists.