Brittany Henderson, MD, ECNU is board-certified in internal medicine and endocrinology, with advanced training in thyroid disorders, including Hashimoto’s thyroiditis, Graves Disease, thyroid nodules, and thyroid cancer. Originally from Cleveland, Ohio, she graduated near the top of her class at Northeastern Ohio Medical University, where she received the honor of Alpha Omega Alpha (AOA). She completed her endocrinology fellowship training under a National Institutes of Health (NIH) research-training grant at Duke University Medical Center. She then served as Medical Director for the Thyroid and Endocrine Tumor Board at Duke University Medical Center and as Clinical Director for the Thyroid and Endocrine Neoplasia Clinic at Wake Forest University Baptist Medical Center.  Click here to read more about her education and training.  She has also served as the President of the American College of Thyroidology.

She has received multiple prestigious grants from the American Thyroid Association (ATA) and ThyCa (Thyroid Cancer Survivors’ Association, Inc.). Her work has been featured on the cover of Thyroid and in many other scientific journals including Endocrinology, Gut, and Oncotarget. She desires to improve quality of life for those living with thyroid disease both through novel research and medical guidance. For patients living with Hashimoto’s disease, she believes that knowledge is power.

Her clinical practice is dedicated to patients with thyroid disease. She specializes in autoimmune thyroid disease, thyroid nodules, thyroid cancer, ethanol ablation, and advanced minimally invasive techniques. In addition to using a mainstream medical approach, Dr. Henderson also uses complementary medicine to explore underlying root causes of thyroid disease.

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Advanced Practice Providers

Dr. Erin Stavrakas, DNP, FNP-C

Erin was born and raised in Savannah, GA. She graduated from Clemson University with a degree in Health Promotion & Education and then completed her nursing degree at MUSC. During that time, she has worked as an oncology and infusion nurse caring for patients with various types of cancer and health conditions. Erin then completed her Doctor of Nursing Practice degree at the University of Arkansas. She has lived in Charleston since 2015 with her husband, Ryan, and her Boykin Spaniel, Brooks. She is passionate about giving quality care, forming relationships with patients, and is dedicated to helping others feel their best. In her free time, Erin enjoys being outside, exercising, watching Clemson football, and spending time with family and friends.

Olivia Crimmins, PA-C

Olivia was born in New Jersey and raised in Columbia, SC.  She attended the University of South Carolina Honors College where she graduated summa cum laude with a Bachelor's of Science in Biology and a minor in Spanish.  During her schooling, Olivia spent three years gaining medical experience in women's health and graduated from Rutgers University with a Master's degree in Physician Assistant Studies.  She then returned home to South Carolina and loves living in Charleston and being a part of the CTC team.  Olivia is enthusiastic, dedicated, and has a true passion for patient-centered care. Outside the office, Olivia enjoys traveling, spending time with family & friends, cooking new things, and relaxing on the beach!

Melissa Heaps, NP-C

Melissa was born and raised in small town Street, Maryland, and graduated from Stevenson University with a Bachelor's degree in Nursing. Melissa and her husband relocated to Charleston where she worked as a registered nurse in acute cardiovascular care, heart & lung transplants, and vascular surgery while working on her Nurse Practitioner degree at South University. Before joining our team, she practiced as a internal medicine Nurse Practitioner, treating an array of chronic conditions including thyroid disease, diabetes, hormone inbalances, and obesity. Melissa is full of energy, motivated, and is a strong advocate for optimizing patient care. When Melissa is not working, she enjoys traveling with her husband, going to the beach, running & yoga, and trying out different restaurants in Charleston.

Meredith Osborne, PA-C

Meredith grew up in Alpharetta, Georgia. She received her Bachelor of Science in Biology and Psychology from the University of Georgia and graduated magna cum laude with high honors in the Honors Program. Meredith then moved to Chicago to attend Northwestern University where she earned a Master’s degree in Physician Assistant Studies. After graduation, she stayed in Chicago and worked as a surgical orthopedic PA. In 2023, she moved to Mount Pleasant with her husband, Nick, and their Wheaten Terrier, Wesley. As a compassionate provider, Meredith believes in treating all patients with respect and empowering them in their healthcare journeys. In her free time, Meredith loves learning new sports, most recently golf and tennis. She also enjoys boating, attending concerts, and traveling. She rarely misses a chance to cheer on the Georgia Bulldogs!

Jaime Ginney, PA-C

Originally from Northern Kentucky, Jaime earned her Bachelor's in biology from the Univ of Kentucky & her Bachelor in PA Studies and a Master of Public Health at Nova Southeastern in Ft. Lauderdale where she was the Valedictorian. She is a highly experienced PA with a passion for improving patient health through both clinical expertise and compassionate care. With over 20 years of experience, she spent 5 years in Florida working in cardiology. then returned to Cincinnati where she joined another cardiac practice. Jaime is committed to a holistic approach to patient care, taking time to understand each patient’s individual needs and focusing on preventive health to help them lead healthier, more fulfilling lives. She is dedicated to medical education and has mentored numerous medical students and serves as a lecturer at Charleston Southern’s PA program. She has also been a speaker for pharmaceutical companies and the American Heart Association. A strong believer in giving back to her community, Jaime’s philanthropic efforts continue to be a priority. She participated in a mission trip to the Dominican Republic, where she assisted in open heart surgeries and continues to volunteer at a local free clinic providing primary care for underserved populations. She lives in Mount Pleasant with her husband, Sean, and their three children. Outside of work, she enjoys spending time with her family, traveling, playing tennis, practicing yoga, and relaxing on the beach.

Office Staff

Sydel

Sydel is in charge of our front desk. She hails from Montclair, New Jersey, and is an alumna of Florida A&M University. When she's not in the office, she enjoys international travel with repeat visits to her favorite city of Paris, and also enjoys experimenting with cooking new cuisine for her twin sister and family.

Bev

Bev works at the front desk. She relocated to South Carolina after 18 years in Colorado, bringing her closer to her hometown of Madison, CT. With a love of the coast, she enjoys morning walks on the beach and taking in the Lowcountry's beautiful sunrises & sunsets. Outside of work, she likes discoving new restaurants and exploring the area with her husband on weekend adventures.

Barb

Barb is our office manager and works remotely from Columbia, SC where she lives with her husband, Luke, and her dog, Cola.  She also runs the MyThyroidDoctor telehealth practice.  She was raised in North Myrtle Beach, SC, and is an alumna of Coastal Carolina University where she received her Masters of Business Administration and healthcare administration certificate. When she's not working, you can find her watching movies, attending concerts, and hiking to waterfalls.

Valerie

Val works as our medical assistant and has the exciting job of working with all the insurance companies and doing our prior-authorizations. 

Medical Assistants / Interns

Eliana

Eliana grew up in Doylestown, Pennsylvania, and graduated from Clemson University with a bachelor's degree in Biological Sciences. During her gap year, she is applying to medical school. Outside the office, Eliana enjoys relaxing at the beach, running, taking spin classes, and spending time with friends and family. She loves exploring Charleston and living near the beach!

Ivory

Ivory grew up in Charleston SC and attended the University of South Carolina, earning a bachelor’s degree in Biological Science. During her gap years, she is applying to PA school. Outside of the office, Ivory enjoys traveling, checking out new cafes, and working out. She also enjoys reading and hanging out with family and friends!

Lauren

Lauren is from Greer, South Carolina, and is graduating magna cum laude from the University of SC with a degree in Biological Sciences, along with a Leadership Distinction in Professional and Civic Engagement. During her gap years, she is applying to PA school, driven by her passion for patient care. When she's not working, you can find her enjoying the beach, hanging out with friends and family, shopping, reading, listening to music, or discovering new restaurants and coffee shops in Charleston.

Blair

Blair is from Alpharetta, Georgia and graduated magna cum laude from the University of Georgia with a Bachelor of Science degree in Health Promotion with an emphasis on Health Services and a minor in Biology. During her gap year, she is applying to medical school. When she’s not working, you can find her running, practicing yoga, experimenting with new recipes, at a coffee shop, or learning to surf!

Abby is our medical biller and works for Physician Services USA in Columbia, South Carolina.

Our Previous Interns... Where Are They Now?

  • Emily (2019-2020) graduated from MUSC physician assistant program.
  • Leland (2020-2021) graduated from the University of Auckland School of Medicine.
  • Maggie (2020-2021) graduated from MUSC physician assistant program.
  • Abby Wynn (2020-2021) graduated from MUSC dental school.
  • Shelby (2020-2021) is attending medical school at Univ. of South Carolina.
  • Marli (2021-2022) graduated from the MUSC physician assistant program.
  • Emma Kate (2021-2023) graduated from the MUSC physician assistant program.
  • Nicole (2021-2023) is in medical school at VCOM in Spartanburg.
  • Cate (2021-2023) is in medical school at VCOM in Spartanburg.
  • Kensi (2022-2023) is attending medical school at Emory.
  • Sam (2022-2024) is attending PA school at MUSC.
  • Clara (2023-2024) is attending PA school at MUSC.
  • Annie (2023-2024) is attending medical school at MUSC.
  • Gillian (2024-2025) is attending medical school at USC Greenville.
  • Stacey (2023-2025) is attending medical school in North Carolina.
  • Maddie (2024-2025) will be attending medical school in South Carolina.
  • Hannah (2024-2025) is attending PA school at Charleston Southern University.