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Dr. Cynthia Garman, MD

Dr. Cynthia Garman, MD

Psychiatry*
45+ years of experience

Dr. Cynthia Garman, MD is a psychiatrist in West Columbia, SC and has over 45 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from Augusta University Medical College of Georgia in 1978. She is affiliated with medical facilities such as Prisma Health Baptist Parkridge Hospital and MUSC Medical Center. She is not accepting new patients.

4.3 Star Rating
Based on 11 reviews 4.3 Star Rating (11 reviews)

Practice

1721 Charleston Hwy West Columbia, SC 29169

Make an Appointment

(803) 794-6065

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Garman specializes in the areas of Child & Adolescent Psychiatry & Psychiatry. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ • See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Garman's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Garman

4.3

11 ratings, 3 with a written review
5 Star
82%
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4 Star
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3 Star
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2 Star
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1 Star
18%
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RecentHighestLowestMost Helpful
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
Helpful
Jul 12, 2021
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
3 people found this helpful
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Lisa in Irmo, SC – Dec 04, 2016
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
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West Columbia, SC – Aug 01, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. Cynthia Garman, MD is a psychiatrist in West Columbia, SC and has over 45 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from Augusta University Medical College of Georgia in 1978. She is affiliated with medical facilities such as...read more

  • Psychiatry

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • William S Hall Psyc Institute

    Fellowship Hospital, 1983

  • Augusta University Medical College Of Georgia

    Medical School, 1978

  • Medical College Of Ga Ga Health Sci University

    Medical School, 1978
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology®
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Child & Adolescent Psychiatry
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Psychiatry
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Locations

Practice

Cynthia S. Garman M.D.1721 Charleston Hwy West Columbia, SC 29169
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Lexington Medical Center

    2720 Sunset Blvd
    West Columbia, SC 29169
    Recipient of 2
    hospital awards

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2023, 2022)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    86%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% higher than the national average

    82%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    7% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Prisma Health Baptist Parkridge Hospital

    400 Palmetto Health Pkwy
    Columbia, SC 29212
    Recipient of 2
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    84%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% lower than the national average

    80%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    2% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • MUSC Medical Center

    169 Ashley Ave
    Charleston, SC 29425
    Recipient of 20
    hospital awards

    America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ (2024, 2023)

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2024, 2023)

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    84%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home
    78%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    2% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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