About
Dr. Lyndsi Cress is a board-certified family physician serving patients from newborns to seniors at Coral Direct Primary Care in Little River, SC. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Exercise Physiology from West Virginia University before pursuing medicine at West Virginia School of Osteopathic Medicine, graduating in 2014. She completed her Family Medicine residency at United Hospital Center in 2017 and went on to practice in her hometown of Buckhannon, WV.
In 2019, Dr. Cress relocated to the North Myrtle Beach area and spent five years working within a local hospital system before founding Coral DPC. She holds dual board certification from both the American Board of Family Medicine and the American Osteopathic Board of Family Physicians. Her clinical focus spans preventive care, chronic disease management, and acute illness and injury. She is passionate about treating the whole patient, not just the presenting symptoms, and building care relationships grounded in time and genuine attention.
Education & Training
Undergraduate
West Virginia University, B.S. Exercise Physiology
Medical School
West Virginia School of Osteopathic Medicine (graduated 2014)
Residency
Family Medicine, United Hospital Center (completed 2017)
Certifications
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Cress right for?
Dr. Cress works well with patients who want a consistent, long-term relationship with their physician. She treats all ages, making her a strong fit for families who want one doctor for every household member. Adults managing chronic conditions like diabetes or hypertension benefit from her focused, unhurried approach. Retirees and busy professionals who value direct access to their doctor will find her practice especially practical.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Cress treats a broad range of conditions across all age groups. Her clinical focus includes diabetes, hypertension, and chronic disease management, as well as acute illnesses and injuries. She also provides women's health services, preventive care, and annual wellness exams.
Yes. Dr. Cress holds dual board certification from the American Board of Family Medicine and the American Osteopathic Board of Family Physicians. This dual certification reflects her training in both allopathic and osteopathic approaches to family medicine.
Dr. Cress earned her medical degree from West Virginia School of Osteopathic Medicine in 2014. She then completed her Family Medicine residency at United Hospital Center in 2017. Before moving to South Carolina, she practiced in Buckhannon, WV and later worked within a hospital system in the North Myrtle Beach area for five years.
Dr. Cress performs a wide range of procedures directly in the office. These include joint injections, skin biopsies, wound repair and sutures, abscess incision and drainage, phlebotomy, and ear wax removal. She also conducts EKGs, pap smears, strep testing, urinalysis, and pregnancy tests.
Yes. Dr. Cress offers telemedicine consultations for appropriate care needs. Members can also reach her directly by phone, text, or email, providing flexible access without requiring an in-person visit for every concern.
Yes. Dr. Cress offers home visits for members within five miles of the office. Home visits carry an additional fee of $75 and provide a convenient option for patients who have difficulty coming in.
Dr. Cress sees patients of all ages, from newborns to seniors. Her practice particularly suits retirees, busy professionals, and families looking for one physician who knows each member well. She also works with patients managing ongoing chronic conditions who want proactive, relationship-based care.
Dr. Cress focuses on prevention and long-term wellness rather than reactive symptom treatment. For patients managing conditions like diabetes or hypertension, she builds individualized care plans and maintains ongoing communication. Her smaller panel size allows her to track each patient's progress closely over time.
Yes. Members reach Dr. Cress directly via phone, text, or email. This direct line of communication means patients do not need to go through a front desk or call center to get a response from their doctor.
Doctor profile last updated April 4, 2026