- Bariatric / Gastric Bypass Surgeons
- SC
- West Columbia Bariatric / Gastric Bypass Surgeons
- Dr. Solon Hughes, MD
Dr. Solon Hughes, MD
Bariatric Surgery•Male•Age 49

South Carolina Obesity Surgery Center
146 E Hospital Dr West Columbia, SC 29169Make an Appointment
(803) 936-3300Dr. Solon Hughes, MD is a Bariatric Surgery Specialist in West Columbia, SC and has over 22 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Duke University Med Center Durham Nc medical school in 1999. He is affiliated with Lexington Medical Center. He is accepting new patients. Be sure to call ahead with Dr. Hughes to book an appointment.
Healthgrades Provider Compare™
Quickly compare more Bariatric Surgery Specialists in your area
At a Glance
- Friendly Staff
- Practices at Top Hospital
- Hospital Satisfaction
Experience and Background Checks
Background Check
Dr. Hughes' Top Procedures and Conditions
Treatment Frequency
Dr. Hughes treats Obesity more than 94% of his peers
Dr. Hughes treats this condition more than 94% of his peers
Treatment Frequency
Dr. Hughes performs Open Diaphragmatic and-or Paraesophageal Hiatal Hernia Repair more than 90% of his peers
Dr. Hughes performs this procedure more than 90% of his peers
Rating Includes other areas of care:
- Paraesophageal Hernia Repair, Laparoscopic
Treatment Frequency
Dr. Hughes performs Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy), Laparoscopic more than 79% of his peers
Dr. Hughes performs this procedure more than 79% of his peers
Dr. Hughes' conditions and procedures:
- Abdominal Disorders
- Abdominal Pain
- Abdominoplasty
- Abscess or Cyst Drainage or Aspiration
- Abscess or Fluid Incision and Drainage
- Appendectomy, Laparoscopic
- Appendectomy, Open
- Appendicitis
- Axillary Lymph Node Dissection
- Bariatric Surgery (Weight Loss Surgery)
- Benign Neoplasm of the Digestive System
- Bile Duct Procedure
- Breast Cancer
- Bunion Surgery
- Cancer
- Cholecystitis and Gallstones
- Cholelithiasis
- Colectomy
- Collapsed Lung (Pneumothorax)
- Colon and Rectal Surgery
- Colonoscopy, Proctosigmoidoscopy, and Sigmoidoscopy
- Colorectal Cancer
- Constipation
- Diaphragmatic and-or Hiatal Hernia
- Duodenal Polypectomy
- Esophageal Cancer
- Esophagectomy (Esophagogastrostomy, Esophagojejunostomy)
- Excision of Breast Tumor
- Excision of Esophageal Lesion
- Excision of Rectal Tumor
- Excision of Stomach Tumor
- Excision, Shaving, or Destruction of Skin and Subcutaneous Tissue (incl. Mohs Micrographic Surgery), Tissue Transfer
- Gallbladder Removal
- Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy), Laparoscopic
- Gallstones
- Gastrectomy
- Gastric Bypass Surgery, Laparoscopic
- Gastric Ulcer
- Gastrotomy
- Gynecologic Cancer
- Head and Neck Surgery
- Hemorrhoidectomy or Excision of Anal Tags
- Hemorrhoids
- Hernia Repair
- Hiatal Hernia
- Hidradenitis
- Hyperparathyroidism
- Ileus
- Incisional Hernia
- Incisional Hernia Repair, Laparoscopic
- Inflammatory Bowel Disease
- Inguinal Hernia
- Inguinal Hernia Repair, Laparoscopic
- Inguinal Hernia Repair, Open
- Intestinal Abscess
- Intestinal Obstruction
- Intestinal Transplant (incl. Enterectomy)
- Ischemic Colitis
- Laparoscopic Surgical Procedure
- Lipomas
- Lumpectomy
- Lymph Node Biopsy or Excision
- Mastectomy
- Megacolon
- Obesity
- Open Diaphragmatic and-or Paraesophageal Hiatal Hernia Repair
- Open Incisional and-or Ventral Hernia Repair
- Pancreatic Cancer
- Partial Lung Collapse
- Pelvic Abscess
- Peripheral Vascular Disease (PAD, PVD)
- Pleural Effusion
- Port Placements or Replacements
- Rib Fracture
- Secondary Malignancies
- Skin-Sparing Mastectomy
- Sleeve Gastrectomy
- Soft Tissue Tumor Removal
- Sphincterotomy
- Splenectomy
- Splenectomy and Splenorrhaphy
- Stent-Assisted Carotid Angioplasty
- Stomach Surgery
- Thoracentesis
- Thyroidectomy
- Ulcerative Colitis
- Umbilical Hernia
- Umbilical or Ventral Hernia Repair, Laparoscopic
- Varicose Veins
- Vascular Insufficiency of Intestines
- Vein Ablation
- Ventral Hernia
- Video-Assisted Thoracoscopic (VATS) Lobectomy
- Wound Repair
Insurance Check
Search for your insurance provider
Dr. Hughes accepts
Accepted insurance can change. Please double-check when making an appointment.
Dr. Hughes accepts the following insurance:
- Aetna
- Aetna HMO
- Choice Plus POS II
- Anthem
- National (BlueCard) PPO
- Blue Cross Blue Shield
- Blue Card PPO
- CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield
- HealthyBlue 2.0
- HealthyBlue Advantage
- Cigna
- Cigna HMO
- Cigna PPO
- Open Access Plus
- First Health (Coventry Health Care)
- First Health (Coventry Health Care) PPO
- Humana
- Choice Care PPO
- MultiPlan
- MultiPlan PPO
- PHCS Network PPO
Dr. Hughes' Reviews
Likelihood to recommend Dr. Hughes
3.7
Based on 15 ratings
5 Stars | 60% | (9) |
4 Stars | 6.666666666666667% | (1) |
3 Stars | 0% | (0) |
2 Stars | 6.666666666666667% | (1) |
1 Star | 26.666666666666668% | (4) |
Leave a review
How likely are you to recommendDr. Hughes?(Select your rating)
- Appointment scheduling (14)
- Office environment (13)
- Appointment wasn't rushed (10)
- Appointment was rushed (5)
- Didn't explain conditions well (5)
- Didn't listen or answer questions (5)
- Appointment scheduling
- Office environment
- Staff friendliness
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Trusted the provider's decisions
- Appointment scheduling
- Office environment
- Staff friendliness
- Wait times
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Trusted the provider's decisions
- Appointment scheduling
- Office environment
- Staff friendliness
- Wait times
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Trusted the provider's decisions
- Appointment scheduling
- Office environment
- Wait times
- Appointment was rushed
- Didn't listen or answer questions
- Didn't explain conditions well
- Didn't trust the provider's decisions
- Appointment scheduling
- Staff friendliness
- Wait times
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Trusted the provider's decisions
Leave a review
How was your experience with Dr. Hughes?Overall Patient Satisfaction
Likelihood of recommending Dr. Hughes to family and friends is 3.6666667 out of 5
About Me
Care Philosophy
Biography
Specialties
- Bariatric Surgery
- Colorectal Surgery
- Gastroenterological Surgery
- General Surgery
- Laparoscopic Surgery
- Minimally Invasive Surgery
Board Certifications
- General Surgery
Awards
- Healthgrades Honor Roll
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Dr. Solon Hughes, MD accepting new patients?
Dr. Solon Hughes, MD generally accepts new patients on Healthgrades. You can see Dr. Hughes' profile to make an appointment.
Does Dr. Solon Hughes, MD accept my insurance?
Use the Healthgrades insurance check to verify if Dr. Hughes accepts your insurance.
What are Dr. Solon Hughes, MD's top areas of care?
Dr. Hughes frequently treats Obesity, Open Diaphragmatic and-or Paraesophageal Hiatal Hernia Repair, and Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy), Laparoscopic. See all procedures and conditions Dr. Hughes treats.
Where is Dr. Solon Hughes, MD's office located?
Dr. Hughes' office is located at 146 E Hospital Dr, West Columbia, SC 29169. Find other locations and directions on Healthgrades.
Does Dr. Solon Hughes, MD offer telehealth services?
Dr. Hughes has not yet indicated whether they offer telehealth services. Please contact the office to check for availability/eligibility.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Solon Hughes, MD?
Find contact information here to make an appointment.
Locations
South Carolina Obesity Surgery Center
- Call
- Fax
- Hours
- Mon: 9:00am - 5:00pm
- Tue: 9:00am - 5:00pm
- Wed: 9:00am - 5:00pm
- Thu: 9:00am - 5:00pm
- Fri: 9:00am - 1:00pm
- Sat: closed
- Sun: closed
- Directions
- Call
- Fax
- Hours
- Mon: closed
- Tue: 9:00am - 4:30pm
- Wed: closed
- Thu: closed
- Fri: 9:00am - 1:00pm
- Sat: closed
- Sun: closed
- Directions
Affiliated Hospitals
Dr. Hughes is affiliated with the following hospital. Select the hospital below to learn more.
Learn more about how Healthgrades measuresHospital Quality.80% Patient Experience Rating, 11% higher than the national average
2 Awards Received
Award Highlight: Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2020)
Compare with the most frequently referred providers nearby
Providers chosen based on Dr. Hughes' location and specialty. Click here to refine your results.