Tung Nguyen Giep, MD

Melissa Walser, PA-C, is a dedicated and board-certified Physician Assistant specializing in Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery within the esteemed Department of Otolaryngology at the Medical University of South Carolina. A proud South Carolinian, Melissa, alongside her husband and three beloved dogs, proudly calls Charleston home. Melissa's academic journey began at The University of South Carolina, where she earned her undergraduate degree in Biology, representing her alma mater with pride as a Gamecock alumna. She further pursued her passion for healthcare by achieving her Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies at South University in West Palm Beach, Florida, graduating with highest honors and receiving the prestigious Capstone Senior Project first-place award. Returning to her roots in Charleston, Melissa embarked on her professional career in Otolaryngology, where her commitment to patient care and clinical excellence shines through. She is deeply dedicated to forging trustworthy and dependable relationships with her patients, ensuring they receive the highest quality of care tailored to their unique needs. Melissa thrives in the team-based atmosphere fostered within the Otolaryngology department, where collaboration and compassionate care are paramount. With her expertise and passion for serving her community, Melissa is excited to provide comprehensive and patient-centered care to individuals in the Lowcountry and surrounding areas, contributing to the continued excellence of healthcare delivery at MUSC.

At the MUSC Health Storm Eye Institute, you have access to dedicated experts in every aspect of eye health. You won’t find another eye care team in South Carolina with specialists in eye cancer, glaucoma and corneal disease under one roof. Our program draws people from across South Carolina and surrounding areas. The complex structures in your eyes require specialized care, which you’ll find at MUSC Health. We offer deep expertise in treating both common and complex eye problems.

Dr. Samantha Minkin is a board-certified rheumatologist. She earned her medical degree from the Medical University of South Carolina in 2016 and went on to complete her 3-year internal medicine residency at the University of Virginia. In 2019, Dr. Minkin returned to MUSC to pursue a fellowship in rheumatology, which she completed in 2021. After fellowship, Dr. Minkin was an assistant professor at Vanderbilt University Medical Center from 2021 to 2023 before joining the faculty at MUSC in the same year. Her expertise is managing patients with systemic connective tissue diseases, including lupus, scleroderma, myositis, and vasculitis. Additionally, she specializes in treating inflammatory arthritis, such as rheumatoid arthritis, psoriatic arthritis, and ankylosing spondylitis.