About
Brian K. Adler, MD, FACP earned his Bachelor of Arts in Molecular and Cellular Biology from the University of Colorado, Boulder in 1977. He then completed his Doctorate of Medicine at St. George's University in Grenada, British West Indies in 1981. Dr. Adler completed his internship and first residency in Internal Medicine at Greater Baltimore Medical Center. He finished his second Internal Medicine residency at Rochester General Hospital in Rochester, NY in 1984. He holds board certifications from both the American Board of Internal Medicine and the American Board of Addiction Medicine. Dr. Adler has practiced medicine in Myrtle Beach for 40 years. He is a fellow of the American College of Physicians and a member of the American Medical Association, the South Carolina Medical Society, and the Horry County Medical Society.
Dr. Adler is passionate about treating addiction disorders. He takes a special interest in patients whose unhealthy habits contribute to anxiety, depression, or poor overall health. He builds individualized action plans for each patient. His philosophy holds that physical exercise is essential, a conviction he lives himself as an avid open water swimmer. He is also a grandfather to nine grandchildren and father to two Labrador retrievers. Beyond medicine, Dr. Adler serves as Chairman of the Big Brothers Association of Horry County. He is a former President of the Horry Division of the American Heart Association. Dr. Adler affiliates with Grand Strand General Hospital and the Georgetown/Waccamaw Hospital System.
Education & Training
Undergraduate
University of Colorado, Boulder, CO, Bachelor of Arts, Molecular and Cellular Biology 1977
Medical School
St. George's University, Grenada, British West Indies, Doctorate of Medicine 1981
Residency
Internal Medicine, Greater Baltimore Medical Center, Baltimore, MD (1982-1983); Internal Medicine, Rochester General Hospital, Rochester, NY (1983-1984)
Additional Training
Internship, Greater Baltimore Medical Center, Baltimore, MD (1981-1982)
Certifications
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Adler right for?
Dr. Adler serves adults seeking thorough internal medicine care with a focus on the whole person. Patients managing chronic conditions such as type 2 diabetes, high cholesterol, or hypertension benefit from his preventive approach. He is a strong fit for patients navigating addiction disorders or unhealthy habits tied to anxiety and depression. Patients who value direct physician access, same-day appointments, and 24/7 phone availability find this practice well suited to their needs.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Adler specializes in internal medicine and addiction medicine. He treats chronic conditions including type 2 diabetes, high cholesterol, and hypertension. He also works extensively with patients managing addiction disorders, anxiety, and depression. He pays particular attention to patients whose daily habits contribute to poor health outcomes.
Yes. Dr. Adler holds board certifications from both the American Board of Internal Medicine and the American Board of Addiction Medicine. These dual certifications reflect his depth of training across primary care and addiction treatment.
Dr. Adler earned his medical degree from St. George's University in Grenada, British West Indies in 1981. He then completed his internship and first Internal Medicine residency at Greater Baltimore Medical Center. He finished his second Internal Medicine residency at Rochester General Hospital in Rochester, NY.
Dr. Adler has practiced medicine in Myrtle Beach for 40 years. That longevity gives him deep familiarity with the local patient community and hospital systems. He affiliates with Grand Strand General Hospital and the Georgetown/Waccamaw Hospital System.
Dr. Adler believes good health goes beyond the absence of disease. He supports patients in optimizing their physical, mental, and spiritual well-being. He builds individualized solutions and action plans for each patient. He strongly promotes physical exercise as a cornerstone of health for all his patients.
Yes. Dr. Adler holds board certification from the American Board of Addiction Medicine and has a strong clinical passion for this area. He works with patients dealing with addiction as well as those whose habits negatively affect their mental and physical health. His treatment approach emphasizes individualized plans rather than one-size-fits-all solutions.
Yes. Dr. Adler is reachable by phone 24/7, including evenings and weekends. Members can contact him directly after hours for urgent concerns. This direct access is a core feature of the MDVIP practice model.
Dr. Adler affiliates with Grand Strand General Hospital and the Georgetown/Waccamaw Hospital System. These affiliations support continuity of care when patients require hospital-based services. MDVIP can also connect Dr. Adler with specialists at leading medical institutions for cases requiring care beyond the local level.
Doctor profile last updated April 4, 2026