About
Charles M. Pugh Jr., MD has practiced internal medicine in Savannah for more than 40 years. He earned his Bachelor of Science in Chemistry from the University of Georgia in 1972 and his Doctorate of Medicine from the Medical College of Georgia School of Medicine in 1976. He completed both his internship and residency in internal medicine at Memorial Medical Center in Savannah, finishing his residency in 1979. He holds board certification from the American Board of Internal Medicine.
Dr. Pugh brings an unusually deep level of institutional experience to his practice. He has served as President of the Medical Staff at Candler Hospital and chaired multiple committees there, including the Medical Quality Assessment Committee and the Infection Control Committee. He also served as a Principal Investigator on three clinical research studies, including the Novolog Initiate Plus Study, the Micardis MICCAT II Study, and the BLISS Diovan Study. Patients describe his physical exams as thorough and unhurried. He takes particular interest in managing blood sugar, cholesterol, and blood pressure. Many of his patients have trusted him as their physician for 20 to 40 years, and some bring their own children to him as well.
Education & Training
Undergraduate
University of Georgia, Athens, GA — Bachelor of Science, Chemistry, 1972
Medical School
Medical College of Georgia School of Medicine, Augusta, GA — Doctorate of Medicine, 1976
Residency
Internal Medicine, Memorial Medical Center, Savannah, GA, 1978-1979
Additional Training
Internship: Internal Medicine, Memorial Medical Center, Savannah, GA, 1976-1977
Certifications
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Pugh right for?
Dr. Pugh is a strong fit for adults seeking a long-term relationship with an experienced internist. Patients managing type 2 diabetes, high cholesterol, or hypertension benefit from his focused chronic disease management. He works well with patients who value thorough, unhurried physical exams and direct physician access. Families looking for continuity across generations will find a physician who has treated parents and their children alike.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Pugh specializes in internal medicine with a particular focus on chronic conditions. He actively manages type 2 diabetes, high cholesterol, hypertension, and blood pressure disorders. His approach combines thorough physical exams with proactive monitoring to help patients maintain strong numbers over time.
Yes, Dr. Pugh holds board certification from the American Board of Internal Medicine. He earned his medical degree from the Medical College of Georgia School of Medicine and completed his residency training in internal medicine at Memorial Medical Center in Savannah.
Dr. Pugh has practiced internal medicine for more than 40 years. Many of his patients have maintained a relationship with him for 20 to 40 years, and some are second-generation patients whose parents he also treated.
Dr. Pugh takes a thorough, hands-on approach to each visit. He performs complete physical exams and takes time to understand each patient's individual health history. His goal is to manage and anticipate each patient's unique healthcare needs before problems develop.
Yes. Every appointment goes directly to Dr. Pugh. He does not delegate visits to nurse practitioners or physician assistants. Patients see him personally at each office visit.
Yes. Dr. Pugh makes himself available by phone after hours and on weekends. Members can reach him for urgent concerns outside of the standard Monday through Thursday schedule.
Dr. Pugh has held several leadership positions at Candler Hospital. He served as President of the Medical Staff and chaired the Medical Quality Assessment Committee, the Pharmacy and Therapeutics Committee, the Infection Control Committee, the Medical Staff Executive Committee, and the Medical Staff-Hospital Admin Joint Committee.
Yes. Dr. Pugh served as a Principal Investigator on three clinical research studies: the Novolog Initiate Plus Study, the Micardis MICCAT II Study, and the BLISS Diovan Study. This research experience informs his evidence-based approach to managing chronic conditions.
Dr. Pugh focuses on adult internal medicine. He has treated patients across a wide age range and has cared for elderly patients well into their 80s. Several patients are second-generation, meaning he also treated their parents before them.
Doctor profile last updated April 4, 2026