About
John G. Ramsbottom Jr., MD earned his Bachelor of Science in Biology from the University of South Carolina in 1974. He went on to earn his Doctorate of Medicine from the Medical University of South Carolina in Charleston in 1978. He completed both his internship and residency in Family Practice at Spartanburg General Hospital, finishing his residency in 1981. He holds fellowship standing in the American Academy of Physicians and maintains membership in the South Carolina Medical Association and the Horry County Medical Society.
Dr. Ramsbottom is passionate about wellness, prevention, hypertension, diabetes, and cholesterol management. Since 2006, he has served as a Principal Investigator and Consultant at Advanced Clinical Trials, Inc. His research includes trials on osteoarthritis using a Cox II Inhibitor and multiple Type II Diabetes trials investigating DPP-IV Inhibitors and inhaled insulin. Patients describe him as warm, communicative, and consistently available. He answers calls and texts even while traveling, and many long-term patients have trusted him with their care for over 30 years.
Education & Training
Undergraduate
University of South Carolina, Columbia, SC, Bachelor of Science, Biology 1974
Medical School
Medical University of South Carolina, Charleston, SC, Doctorate of Medicine 1978
Residency
Family Practice, Spartanburg General Hospital, Spartanburg, SC, 1979-1981
Additional Training
Internship: Family Practice, Spartanburg General Hospital, Spartanburg, SC, 1978-1979
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Ramsbottom Jr. right for?
Dr. Ramsbottom is a strong fit for adults who want a primary care physician they can reach any time of day. Patients managing hypertension, diabetes, high cholesterol, or osteoarthritis benefit from his focused clinical expertise. He works well with patients who value long-term relationships and consistent, direct communication with their doctor. Adults across the Grand Strand looking for thorough preventive screenings and a personalized wellness plan will find a good match here.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Ramsbottom focuses on hypertension, diabetes, cholesterol disorders, and osteoarthritis. He also handles general adult medicine and places a strong emphasis on wellness and prevention. His clinical research background includes active trials in Type II Diabetes and osteoarthritis treatment.
Yes. Dr. Ramsbottom gives patients direct access via his cell phone, home phone, and office phone 24 hours a day. Patients reach him on evenings, weekends, and even while he travels. Many members report receiving timely responses by phone and text regardless of the hour.
Dr. Ramsbottom prioritizes wellness and prevention as the foundation of his practice. He focuses on building long-term relationships and tailors each patient's care to their individual goals. He handles both acute concerns and chronic condition management for adult patients.
Dr. Ramsbottom earned his medical degree from the Medical University of South Carolina in Charleston in 1978. He completed his internship and residency in Family Practice at Spartanburg General Hospital in Spartanburg, SC, finishing in 1981.
Yes. Dr. Ramsbottom has served as a Principal Investigator and Consultant at Advanced Clinical Trials, Inc. since 2006. His research includes Cox II Inhibitor trials for osteoarthritis and multiple DPP-IV Inhibitor and inhaled insulin trials for Type II Diabetes.
Dr. Ramsbottom holds fellowship standing in the American Academy of Physicians. He also maintains active membership in the South Carolina Medical Association and the Horry County Medical Society.
Dr. Ramsbottom holds an affiliation with Grand Strand Regional Medical Center in the North Myrtle Beach area.
Dr. Ramsbottom sees adult patients throughout the Grand Strand region. His geographic reach extends from Pawleys Island to St. James Plantation near Southport, NC.
Doctor profile last updated April 4, 2026