About the South Carolina Chapter
Governor

Steve P. Saunders, MBBS, FACP
Dr. Saunders serves as the official representative of the College for the South Carolina Chapter, providing a link between members at the local level and leadership at the national level. To learn more about Dr. Saunders, read his bio.
Letter of Introduction from the Governor | Welcome Letter | Advisory Council | Past Governors | Governor-elect
Chapter Vision Statement
To preserve the integrity of the practice of internal medicine, elevate our practices to historic delivery of excellent medical care, and lead our state in patient advocacy, collaboration among specialties, and continuing medical education.
Awards
2025 Chapter Awards
The Annual Meeting of the SC Chapter of the ACP was held October 17-18 in Charleston, SC. Early career physicians, students, and residents along with their advisors once again showcased a wide range of excellent scholarly activities.
The overall abstract winners were:
- Student - Amber Jacobsen, USCSOM, Greenville
Resident - Rhea Mathew, USCSOM, Greenville
The SC Chapter also give awards to members who make outstanding contributions to the practice of medicine, Chapter, inspire their colleagues, and positively impact their patients lives. This year’s awardees are:
- Early Career Physician Award – David C Giovannini, MD FACP
- James McFarland Award – Sandra L Weber, MD FACP
- Laureate Award – James W Adamson, MD FACP
Award Archives
Chapter Awardees | Award Descriptions/Criteria | South Carolina Chapter College Awards