About
Dr. Patrick Fillnow graduated from the University of South Carolina School of Medicine in 2008 and completed his residency at The Medical University of South Carolina in 2011. He holds board certification in Internal Medicine. Before founding Sojourn, he spent over ten years seeing patients as an Internal Medicine Physician at the Charlotte Medical Clinic of Atrium Health and at Novant Health Internal Medicine - Providence. That experience sharpened his conviction that primary care works best when physicians have real time with each patient.
Dr. Fillnow brings a warm, attentive approach to every visit. He takes genuine satisfaction in building lasting relationships and crafting treatment plans around each patient's full picture. He believes care should account for the whole person, with trust and attention to detail guiding every decision. A Pittsburgh native and Furman University graduate, he competed on the college tennis team before earning his medical degree. He lives in Charlotte with his wife, Julia, and their four children.
Education & Training
Undergraduate
Furman University
Medical School
University of South Carolina School of Medicine (2008)
Residency
Internal Medicine, The Medical University of South Carolina (2011)
Certifications
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Fillnow right for?
Dr. Fillnow is a strong fit for adults seeking a relationship-driven primary care physician. Patients managing chronic conditions like hypertension, diabetes, or heart disease benefit from his thorough, whole-person approach. He works well with patients who want a physician they can reach directly and trust over time. Dr. Fillnow currently accepts new patients at Sojourn.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Fillnow specializes in Internal Medicine and primary care. He manages chronic conditions including diabetes, high blood pressure, heart disease, and thyroid disease. He also handles urgent care needs, preventive screenings, and in-office procedures.
Dr. Fillnow has practiced medicine for over a decade. He completed his residency in 2011 and spent more than ten years treating patients at Atrium Health and Novant Health before founding Sojourn Direct Primary Care.
Dr. Fillnow earned his medical degree from the University of South Carolina School of Medicine in 2008. He then completed his Internal Medicine residency at The Medical University of South Carolina in 2011.
Yes, Dr. Fillnow holds board certification in Internal Medicine. He has maintained that certification throughout his career in primary and internal medicine.
Dr. Fillnow takes a warm, attentive approach to every visit. He focuses on building lasting relationships and crafting treatment plans around each patient's full picture. He believes trust and attention to detail should guide every clinical decision.
Yes, Dr. Fillnow currently accepts new patients at Sojourn Direct Primary Care. Prospective patients can use the Atlas MD portal to schedule or reach out directly to the practice.
Dr. Fillnow manages a broad range of chronic conditions. These include diabetes, high blood pressure, elevated cholesterol, heart disease, thyroid disease, asthma, migraine headaches, and mental health concerns.
Yes, Dr. Fillnow performs a range of in-office procedures. These include joint injections, biopsies, cryotherapy, suturing of minor lacerations, wound care, and skin lesion removal.
Doctor profile last updated March 21, 2026