Dr. Otis Speight
Before joining Your Health, Dr. Otis Speight spent over thirty years as the Medical Director of the Emergency Department at TeamHealth in Fort Mill, South Carolina. With a robust background in emergency medicine, Dr. Speight has managed a busy department with an annual volume of approximately 32,000 patients, ensuring high-quality care for those in critical need.
Dr. Speight’s educational journey is as impressive as his professional one. He holds a Doctor of Medicine degree from the UNC Chapel Hill School of Medicine, a Master’s in Experimental Pathology from Northwestern, and a Master’s in Business Administration from Winthrop University. This diverse academic foundation has equipped him with a unique blend of medical expertise and administrative acumen, enabling him to lead effectively and innovate in patient care.
What truly sets Dr. Speight apart is his genuine compassion and infectious sense of humor. He believes that empathy is just as critical as medical knowledge in providing care. His philosophy,
"You must be caring, competent, and compassionate for patients because they don't care how much you know until they know how much you care," reflects his unwavering commitment to making a positive impact in his patients' lives.
Outside of his medical practice, Dr. Speight is a passionate advocate for community health and education. He embodies the spirit of dedication and service, making him a shining example of what it means to commit one’s life to the health and well-being of others.