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William McElveen, MD, Neurology, Columbia, SC

William Alvin McElveen MD

Vascular Neurology, Dementia & Geriatrics


University of South Carolina Neurology- Memory Disorders

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  • 3555 Harden Street ExtColumbia, SC 29203

  • Phone+1 803-434-1030

  • Fax+1 803-434-1031

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Summary

  • Dr. William McElveen is a neurologist based in Columbia, SC, specializing in vascular neurology and geriatrics, with a focus on dementia, and Alzheimer's disease. He completed his medical education at the Medical College of Georgia at Augusta University, followed by an internal medicine internship and a neurology residency at the University of Arizona College of Medicine-Tucson. Currently, he is an Assistant Professor at the University of South Carolina School of Medicine and has held a past academic appointment at the University of South Florida College of Medicine. Dr. McElveen has contributed to publications in eMedicine Journal and authored several works on stroke management. Additionally, he has been involved in clinical trials for neurogenic orthostatic hypotension. His accolades include CMS Meaningful Use Stage 1 Certification and recognition as a Top Doctor by US News and World Report.

Education & Training

  • University of Arizona College of Medicine-Tucson
    University of Arizona College of Medicine-TucsonResidency, Neurology, 1979
  • University of Arizona College of Medicine-Tucson (South Campus)
    University of Arizona College of Medicine-Tucson (South Campus)Internship, Internal Medicine, 1974 - 1976
  • Medical College of Georgia at Augusta University
    Medical College of Georgia at Augusta UniversityClass of 1974

Certifications & Licensure

  • SC State Medical License
    SC State Medical License 1987 - 2027
  • Neurology
    American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology Neurology

Awards, Honors, & Recognition

  • CMS Meaningful Use Stage 1 Certification Allscripts Professional EHR, Allscripts, 2012
  • Top Doctor US News and World Report, 2011
  • Guide To Top Doctors Center for the Study of Services, 1999, 2006

Clinical Trials

Publications & Presentations

Journal Articles

  • Cerebral Venous Thrombosis  
    McElveen WA, eMedicine Journal
  • Postherpetic Neuralgia  
    McElveen WA, eMedicine Journal

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