
Highlights
Languages
- English
Gender
MaleHospital Affiliations
- Bon Secours St. Francis Hospital
- Roper St. Francis Mount Pleasant Hospital
- Roper Hospital
- Roper St Francis Berkeley Hospital
About Kenneth Mitchell Jr.
Professional Statement
Dr. Kenneth Mitchell is a bariatric surgeon serving the Charleston, Moncks Corner and Mount Pleasant areas. He is known for his expertise and compassionate care in weight loss surgery.
Dr. Mitchell earned his medical degree from East Carolina University School of Medicine. He completed his residency at Pitt County Memorial Hospital in North Carolina, where he developed a passion for helping patients overcome obesity and improve their health.
Since joining Roper St. Francis Healthcare, Dr. Mitchell has led bariatric surgery efforts, offering personalized treatment plans tailored to each patient’s needs and goals. He is known for his compassionate bedside manner and commitment to comprehensive support before, during and after surgery.
Beyond surgery, Dr. Mitchell is dedicated to patient education and empowerment. He works to ensure patients have the knowledge and resources needed to succeed on their weight loss journey. He is also involved in research and innovation aimed at improving outcomes and expanding treatment options.
Outside of work, Dr. Mitchell enjoys spending time with his family. He is committed to a healthy and active lifestyle and serves as a role model for his patients.
Practice Website
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Locations
- Roper St. Francis Physician Partners Bariatric Surgery
- 2093 Henry Tecklenburg Drive, 202E, Charleston, SC 29414
- Get Directions
- phone: 843-958-2590
- fax: 843-606-7996
- Roper St. Francis Physician Partners Bariatric Surgery
- 3508 South Live Oak Drive, SUIITE 100, Moncks Corner, SC 29461
- Get Directions
- phone: 843-958-2590
- Roper St. Francis Physician Partners Bariatric Surgery
- 3510 North Highway 17, Suite 110, Mount Pleasant, SC 29466
- Get Directions
- phone: 843-958-2950
- Roper St. Francis Physician Partners Obesity Medicine
- 3510 North Highway 17, Suite 110, Mount Pleasant, SC 29466
- Get Directions
- phone: 843-958-2590
- Roper St. Francis Physician Partners Obesity Medicine
- 2093 Henry Tecklenburg Drive, Suite 202E, Charleston, SC 29414
- Get Directions
- phone: 843-958-2590
Expertise
Education
- Residency: The Brody School of Medicine at East Carolina University, Surgery (General Surgery), 1996
- Internship: The Brody School of Medicine at East Carolina University, Surgery (General Surgery), 1991
- Medical School: The Brody School of Medicine at East Carolina University, 1990
Board Certifications
- Surgery (General Surgery): American Board of Surgery, 1998
Insurance
- Absolute Total Care
- Aetna
- BCBS SC
- BCBS SC Medicare Advantage
- BCBSSC Innovation Network
- Cigna HealthCare of South Carolina
- Cigna HealthSpring Medicare Advantage
- Clover Medicare Advantage
- Devoted Health Medicare Advantage
- Healthy Blue Choice Medicaid
- Humana Medicare Advantage
- MedCost
- Molina
- MultiPlan
- Select Health SC
- Tricare
- United HealthCare
- United HealthCare Medicare Advantage
- WellCare Medicare Advantage
Star Ratings
4.9 out of 5
95 ratingsThe Patient Satisfaction Rating is an average of all responses to the care provider related questions shown below from our survey. Patients that are treated in outpatient or hospital environments may receive different surveys, and the volume of responses will vary by question.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/25/2025
My provider is the best
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/26/2026
Would definitely recommend Dr Mitchell and his team to anyone!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/27/2026
I cannot speak more highly for Dr Mitchell, he is the reason I have chosen Roper for my care. Great listener, explains process & options.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/4/2025
Dr Mitchell was very thorough. He explained to me exactly what will happen and was very courteous and professional.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/29/2025
Dr. Mitchell is an amazing Surgeon AND persongreat sense of humor, too.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/26/2025
I am very happy with the provider and the office staff.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/9/2025
Good