About
Dr. Alyssa M. Degnan is a board-certified internist and Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine practicing in Aiken, SC. She graduated Magna Cum Laude from The College of New Jersey with a Bachelor of Science in Biology and Chemistry in 1993. She then earned her medical degree from Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine in Erie, PA in 1998. After an internship at Frankford Hospital in Philadelphia, she completed her Internal Medicine residency at Pennsylvania Hospital, University of Pennsylvania. She served as Chief Resident there from 2001 to 2002.
Dr. Degnan has spent over 17 years building her practice in the Aiken community. She holds certifications in Advanced Cardiac Life Support and Basic Life Support alongside her American Board of Internal Medicine credential. She serves as Medical Director for Home Health Services, Hospice Medical Director at Kindred Home Health, and Supervising Physician at Hope Health Inc. She belongs to the American College of Physicians, the American Osteopathic Association, and the South Carolina Medical Association. The Aiken Standard named her 1st Place in Internal Medicine for Top Docs 2024. She also received the Best of Aiken Physician Award in 2017 and the Patient's Choice Most Compassionate Doctor Award in 2010. Outside the office, she coaches youth basketball, plays tennis, and welcomes patients to join her in fitness activities as part of their health journey.
Education & Training
Undergraduate
The College of New Jersey, Hillwood Lakes, NJ — Bachelor of Science, Biology and Chemistry, 1993, Magna Cum Laude
Medical School
Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine, Erie, PA — Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine, 1998
Residency
Internal Medicine, Pennsylvania Hospital, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, PA, 1999-2001; Chief Resident 2001-2002
Fellowship
Internship: Frankford Hospital, Philadelphia, PA, 1998-1999
Certifications
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Degnan right for?
Dr. Degnan serves adults seeking an internist who invests deeply in the doctor-patient relationship. Patients managing chronic conditions such as type 2 diabetes, high cholesterol, or hypertension benefit from her focused, individualized approach. She works well with patients who want a physician they can reach after hours and on weekends. Those who value fitness and an active lifestyle will find a natural ally in Dr. Degnan. Patients new to the Aiken area looking for a well-established community physician with broad specialist connections are a strong fit.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Degnan specializes in internal medicine with particular focus on chronic conditions including type 2 diabetes, high cholesterol, and hypertension. She also delivers comprehensive preventive care through the MDVIP Wellness Program, which includes advanced screenings and a custom wellness plan tailored to each patient.
Yes. Dr. Degnan holds board certification from the American Board of Internal Medicine. She also maintains certifications in Advanced Cardiac Life Support and Basic Life Support.
Dr. Degnan earned her Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine degree from Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine in Erie, PA. She completed her internship at Frankford Hospital in Philadelphia and her Internal Medicine residency at Pennsylvania Hospital, University of Pennsylvania, where she served as Chief Resident.
Dr. Degnan has practiced internal medicine in the Aiken, SC community for over 17 years. During that time, she has built an extensive network of specialist relationships throughout the Central Savannah River Area.
Dr. Degnan has earned several local and national honors. The Aiken Standard named her 1st Place in Internal Medicine for Top Docs 2024. She received the Best of Aiken Physician Award in 2017 and the Patient's Choice Most Compassionate Doctor Award in 2010.
Every visit goes directly to Dr. Degnan. Her practice does not route patients to nurse practitioners or physician assistants. Patients see Dr. Degnan personally at every appointment.
Yes. Dr. Degnan is passionate about fitness, exercise, and tennis. She welcomes the opportunity to exercise alongside patients as part of a shared approach to reaching health goals.
Dr. Degnan serves as Medical Director for Home Health Services, a role she has held since 2010. Since 2017, she has also served as Hospice Medical Director at Kindred Home Health and as Supervising Physician for a nurse practitioner at Hope Health Inc.
Doctor profile last updated April 4, 2026