News & Events Featuring L. Nelson Elam, M.D., FAAP

Eight SouthCoast Health Physicians Earn Castle Connolly Top Doctor Honors for 2026

Wednesday, January 21, 2026

Learn more about this national recognition for outstanding patient care.

SouthCoast Health Pediatrician Dr. Nelson Elam Discusses Pediatric Urgent Care on WTOC

Wednesday, November 12, 2025

Learn why a pediatric office is typically the best first step for non-emergency illnesses.

Halloween Safety Tips

Thursday, October 30, 2025

While most of those plans are focused on fun, such as choosing costumes and deciding on what to do for “the big night,” it is also important to plan for staying safe

Why Your Child’s Pediatrician Should Be Your First Stop for Urgent Care

Tuesday, October 14, 2025

When your child gets sick or hurt, SouthCoast Health pediatrician, Dr. Elam explains why your pediatrician should be your first call before urgent care or the ER.

Nine SouthCoast Health Physicians Honored on Castle Connolly Top Doctors 2024 List

Wednesday, February 7, 2024

Nine SouthCoast Health physicians were recognized on the prestigious Castle Connolly Top Doctors 2024 list.

Life with a Family Member with Autism

Wednesday, April 5, 2023

To commemorate World Autism month, SouthCoast Health pediatrician, Dr. Elam shares an essay written a couple years ago by his eldest son, Simon, that captures his family's unique journey with an autistic family member.

Dr. Nelson Elam Addresses the Surge of COVID Pediatric Cases with WTOC

Monday, August 23, 2021

SouthCoast Health Pediatrician, Dr. Nelson Elam shared with WTOC how his team is working to accommodate the rise in sick pediatric patients during this back-to-school COVID surge

SouthCoast Health Announces Virtual Visits for Existing Patients

Tuesday, March 31, 2020

SouthCoast Health is pleased to now offer virtual visits to existing patients. The practice’s offices also remain open for in-person patient visits.

SouthCoast Health Wins Three Categories and Two Runner-Up Acknowledgements for the 2020 “Bryan’s Favorites”

Friday, January 31, 2020

SouthCoast Health is pleased to announce three-category winnings for the 2020 Bryan County News competition, “Bryan’s Favorites.”

Helping Your Child with Mental Illness

Tuesday, September 3, 2019

If the school season is full of worries with how your child will balance their mental illness, know you are not alone. We’re providing the best tips and tricks to help both you and your family manage this school season and beyond.

SouthCoast Health Wins Four Categories for the 2019 “Bryan’s Favorites”

Friday, February 1, 2019

SouthCoast Health is pleased to announce four category winnings for the 2019 Bryan County News competition, “Bryan’s Favorites.”

Healthy Holiday Tips from the Wellness Experts at SouthCoast Health

Tuesday, December 4, 2018

While this is the perfect time to celebrate, spend time with loved ones, and relax, SouthCoast Health wants to remind you not to forget about your health goals.

Essential Information for Understanding Autism

Monday, April 30, 2018

To help spur positive conversation about autism, we’re discussing the basics of autism below.

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