About
W. Douglas Gentry, MD built his family medicine practice in Clemson, South Carolina more than four decades ago. He earned his Bachelor of Science in Pre-Medical studies from Davidson College in 1972. He then completed his Doctorate of Medicine at the Medical University of South Carolina in Charleston in 1976. His residency in Family Medicine took place at the Medical College of Virginia in Richmond, where he served as Chief Resident from 1978 to 1979.
Dr. Gentry holds membership in the South Carolina Medical Association and maintains licensure in South Carolina. He approaches every visit as a personal partnership, taking time to explain findings clearly and even drawing diagrams when a visual helps. Patients point to his attentiveness as a defining quality. He has guided patients through chronic disease management, early cancer detection, bone health transitions, and specialist coordination. Some of his patients have trusted him with their care for over 36 years.
Education & Training
Undergraduate
Davidson College, Davidson, NC — Bachelor of Science, Pre-Medical 1972
Medical School
Medical University of South Carolina, Charleston, SC — Doctorate of Medicine 1976
Residency
Family Medicine, Medical College of Virginia, Richmond, VA (1976-1979); Chief Resident 1978-1979
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Gentry right for?
Dr. Gentry is a strong fit for adults seeking a long-term primary care relationship with a deeply experienced physician. Patients managing chronic conditions such as type 2 diabetes, high cholesterol, or hypertension benefit from his proactive monitoring approach. He works well with patients who value thorough explanations and direct access to their doctor. Those who want careful, early screening for conditions like prostate cancer or osteoporosis will find his attentiveness well matched to their needs.
Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Gentry treats a broad range of conditions common to family medicine. His clinical work includes managing type 2 diabetes, high cholesterol, hypertension, and osteoporosis. He also performs PSA monitoring for prostate health and coordinates specialist care for more complex diagnoses. Patients credit him with early detection of serious conditions including cancer.
Dr. Gentry specializes in Family Medicine and trained at the Medical College of Virginia, where he completed his residency and served as Chief Resident from 1978 to 1979. He has practiced family medicine continuously for more than 40 years.
Dr. Gentry earned his medical degree from the Medical University of South Carolina in Charleston in 1976. He completed his Family Medicine residency at the Medical College of Virginia in Richmond and served as Chief Resident during his final year from 1978 to 1979. His undergraduate degree came from Davidson College in Davidson, North Carolina.
Dr. Gentry has practiced in the Clemson community for more than 40 years. Many of his patients have stayed with him for decades, with some logging 32 to 36 years of continuous care. That depth of relationship shapes how he manages health over time.
Yes. Every appointment is with Dr. Gentry directly. The practice does not route patients to nurse practitioners or physician assistants. That consistency allows Dr. Gentry to build a thorough understanding of each patient's health history.
Dr. Gentry takes considerable time during each visit to walk patients through their results. He often draws diagrams to help patients visualize what is happening in their body. Patients consistently highlight this approach as one of his most valued qualities.
Yes. Dr. Gentry maintains relationships with a wide network of specialists. He refers to all medical centers and honors patient preference when making recommendations. For cases requiring expertise beyond local options, MDVIP can connect him with specialists at leading medical institutions nationwide.
Dr. Gentry draws patients from Clemson and the surrounding areas, including Central, Pendleton, Salem, Seneca, Walhalla, and Westminster. His long tenure in the region means many multi-generational families consider him their physician.
Doctor profile last updated April 4, 2026