Edwin Bruce Patrick Hayes, II, MD

Wayne A. Duffus, MD, joined the Division of Infectious Diseases in 2004 where he is currently an associate professor of clinical internal medicine. He graduated medical school from Albert Einstein College of Medicine in New York City in 1995, where he also earned his PhD in virology. After completing his residency in internal medicine at Columbia Presbyterian Medical Center, also in New York City, Dr. Duffus completed a research fellowship with the Centers for Disease Control's epidemiology branch in Atlanta and a clinical fellowship in infectious diseases at Emory University School of Medicine in 2002. He also served as an epidemic service officer for the CDC in Atlanta from 2002-2004. Dr. Duffus is the medical director for the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control STD/HIV Division and the AIDS Drug Assistance Program Pharmacy. In addition to patient care, he is the principal investigator for many HIV/AIDS and STD research studies.

Peter L Loper, MD is a highly regarded pulmonologist in Columbia, SC, offering exceptional care to adult patients. With extensive training from reputable institutions such as Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine and Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center, Dr. Loper is board-certified in Internal Medicine and Pulmonary Disease, ensuring his patients receive expert medical attention. Patients appreciate his clear explanations, practical solutions, and personalized approach to their healthcare needs. Prisma Health Pulmonology Richland, where Dr. Loper practices, is committed to providing top-notch medical services. Patients have praised the knowledgeable and caring staff, emphasizing the exceptional care they received. With a focus on patient satisfaction and well-being, Prisma Health Pulmonology Richland strives to deliver the highest quality of care to individuals seeking pulmonary healthcare in the Columbia area.Generated from the website

Justin Atwood, MD, received his medical degree from St. George’s University School of Medicine in Grenada. He completed a residency in internal medicine at Prisma Health/University of South Carolina School of Medicine in Greenville, South Carolina, and a fellowship in pulmonary, critical care and environmental medicine at the University of Missouri in Columbia. Dr. Atwood is board certified in pulmonary medicine and internal medicine.