About
Where getting better begins
Since 1986, East Cooper Medical Center has been setting the standard of healthcare for patients throughout the South Carolina Lowcountry and beyond. Everyone on our teams is dedicated to delivering the highest level of safe, quality care to empower you to live healthier and stronger.
Focused on excellence
Patient safety is our top priority. Our services meet or exceed strict industry standards so you can feel confident about your care.
We set the standard.
At East Cooper Medical Center, you can expect next-level care. Some of our recent honors include:
- "A" Safety Rating, The Leapfrog Group, 2024
- High-Performing Hospital, U.S. News & World Report, 2023-24:
- Orthopedics
- Knee Replacement
- Hip Replacement
- Advanced Stroke Center, The Joint Commission
- Zero Harm Certification, South Carolina Hospital Association
- Surgical Quality Partner, The Americal College of Surgeons
Making way for tomorrow's care
To continue providing the best medical services to our community, East Cooper Medical Center is adding a free-standing emergency room.
For a healthier community
We work to make healthcare more accessible and affordable through community health education and events, screenings and financial assistance.
You're Welcome Here.
Novant Health's values include diversity, equity and inclusion because we know every person is different and shaped by their unique life experiences.
Offering a better life since 1986
East Cooper Medical Center is one of South Carolina’s leaders in healthcare and has been nationally recognized since its opening in 1986.
- 1986: East Cooper Medical Center opens.
- 2010: Current facility opens.