About
Dr. Michael Book has practiced family medicine in the Charleston, South Carolina area since the early 1980s, building one of the region's most enduring patient relationships. He earned his Bachelor of Arts in Natural Sciences from Johns Hopkins University in 1985, receiving the Beneficial Hudson Scholar distinction. He then completed his Doctorate of Medicine at Duke University Medical School in 1989, earning the Duke University Scholar of Pathology Award in 1988. His internship and residency in Family Medicine both took place at Duke University Medical Center, where he trained from 1989 through 1992.
Dr. Book holds board certification from the American Board of Family Medicine and holds a faculty appointment as Clinical Instructor in the MUSC Department of Family Medicine. He served as Chairman of Family Medicine at Bon Secours St. Francis Hospital from 1997 to 1999. He is a member of the American Academy of Family Practice. His clinical interests include preventive and wellness care, heart disease, geriatrics, and cancer prevention, detection, and treatment. Outside medicine, he enjoys sailing, exercising, photography, and gardening. One patient has trusted him as their primary physician since the early 1980s and remains active and healthy at age 92.
Education & Training
Undergraduate
Johns Hopkins University, Bachelor of Arts, Natural Sciences, 1985
Medical School
Duke University Medical School, Doctorate of Medicine, 1989
Residency
Family Medicine, Duke University Medical Center, 1990-1992
Additional Training
Internship: Family Medicine, Duke University Medical Center, 1989-1990; Duke University Scholar of Pathology Award 1988; Beneficial Hudson Scholar 1983-1985
Certifications
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Book right for?
Dr. Book is an excellent fit for adults seeking a long-term physician relationship grounded in prevention. Patients managing chronic conditions such as type 2 diabetes, hypertension, or high cholesterol benefit from his focused, proactive approach. He has deep experience in geriatric care and serves older adults who want an engaged, accessible physician. Patients with personal or family history of heart disease or cancer will find his clinical interests directly aligned with their needs. Those who value consistent, same-doctor access and 24/7 availability tend to thrive in his practice.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Book focuses on preventive and wellness care, heart disease, hypertension, high cholesterol, type 2 diabetes, geriatrics, and cancer prevention, detection, and treatment. He approaches each of these through comprehensive screenings and individualized health planning. His decades of clinical experience in family medicine allow him to manage both acute and complex chronic conditions.
Yes, Dr. Book holds board certification from the American Board of Family Medicine. He earned his medical degree from Duke University Medical School and completed both his internship and residency in Family Medicine at Duke University Medical Center.
Dr. Book completed his undergraduate studies at Johns Hopkins University, graduating with a Bachelor of Arts in Natural Sciences in 1985. He earned his Doctorate of Medicine from Duke University Medical School in 1989 and completed his Family Medicine internship and residency at Duke University Medical Center between 1989 and 1992.
Dr. Book has practiced in the Charleston area since the early 1980s, beginning on Kiawah Island. Several patients have trusted him as their primary physician for more than 20 years. One current patient has been with him since that time and remains active at age 92.
Dr. Book views his role as physician, educator, and partner in his patients' fitness and wellness. He works to help patients become informed participants in their own health. His practice emphasizes prevention first, pairing comprehensive screenings with custom wellness plans tailored to each member.
Yes, geriatrics is one of Dr. Book's core clinical interests. He has decades of experience caring for older adults and maintains long-term relationships with patients well into their senior years. His focus on preventive care and chronic disease management makes him particularly well-suited for this population.
Yes, Dr. Book maintains an affiliation with the Medical University of South Carolina. He also serves as a Clinical Instructor in the MUSC Department of Family Medicine.
Yes, Dr. Book can help coordinate care with a local hospital, pharmacy, or physician when you travel. This travel support is one of the benefits included in MDVIP membership. Members can also reach Dr. Book by phone after hours and on weekends for urgent concerns.
Doctor profile last updated April 4, 2026