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Often our eyes are the first thing people notice. To care for our delicate eye area, in December 2023, Dr. Rakesh M. Patel, board-certified oculofacial plastic surgeon, opened Charleston Oculofacial Plastic Surgery.

The office specializes in rejuvenation of the eyes and surrounding structures.

Dr. Patel received his bachelor’s at Duke University, then attended medical school at Medical University of South Carolina in Charleston. After graduating, he completed a one-year internship in Brooklyn followed by a three-year residency program in the Bronx.

Once he completed his residency he did a two-year subspecialty training in eyelid plastic surgery. Dr. Patel worked in Columbia, S.C. for nearly 10 years before opening his practice in the Lowcountry.

He is a member of the American Society of Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery (ASOPRS), one of only 750 surgeons worldwide. Dr. Patel says he strives for natural results to give patients a more youthful version of themselves.

“Many patients complain of their eyes looking tired when they truly feel great inside. At Charleston Oculofacial Plastic Surgery, our goal is to help you achieve a natural, refreshed aesthetic taking years off your appearance without looking overdone. In addition to cosmetic treatments, we also treat various functional problems of the eyelids, tear ducts, and orbit.”

Often people think oculofacial surgery is risky. With all surgeries there can be potential risks, but Charleston Oculofacial Plastic Surgery prioritizes safety with their skill to deliver life-changing results for functional or aesthetic concerns.

Dr. Patel says Charleston Oculofacial Plastic Surgery was designed to be a relaxed setting where patients can freely discuss their concerns and desired outcomes. He believes this helps develop a customized treatment plan to achieve the client’s goals.

“From the initial consultation forward, we promise to ensure you understand the potential causes of your condition, the various treatment options available both surgical and nonsurgical, the recommended treatment, and what to expect after treatment. At Charleston Oculofacial Plastic Surgery, we believe in the patient and the provider working together as a team to achieve your desired result.”

When it comes to plastic surgery procedures, many patients prefer to stay anonymous. Dr. Patel is very protective of patients’ privacy. But a quick internet search of their website (g.co/kgs/dXxvFJm) and social media pages gives interested patients a snapshot of satisfied surgery clients.

Dr. Patel is excited to work in the Lowcountry, especially with Daniel Island residents. During his time in Columbia, he often visited his brother, Dr. Shailesh Patel, and sister-in-law, Mosmi Naik-Patel, owner of Lifestory Events and Interiors on Daniel Island. He fell in love with the friendly neighborhood vibe of Daniel Island and “the beauty of the idyllic oasis.” Dr. Patel also spent time on Daniel Island during his time at MUSC.

For more information, go to charleston oculofacial.com.

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Here are the developments before the various City of Charleston boards and committees this week, as well as results, if any, from the prior week’s items specific to Daniel Island and the Cainhoy area.

More detailed agendas and results can be found at charleston-sc.gov/agendacenter.

UPCOMING: TECHNICAL REVIEW COMMITTEE

July 18: Cainhoy First Light Phase 3 - Preliminary plat and road construction plans for proposed 76 single-family residences on 58.1 acres at 1625 Clements Ferry Rd. TMS: B2620000008. Owner: Cainhoy Land & Timber by DI Development Co. Applicant: Thomas & Hutton Engineering. Contact: Steven Roach, roach.s@tandh.com.

July 18: Jack Primus Industrial eReview - Site plan for proposed industrial building with associated infrastructure on 19.79 acres at 1075 Jack Primus Rd. TMS: B2680000059. Owner: SRE EV Jack Primus LLC. Applicant: Seamon, Whiteside & Associates, Inc. Contact: Kayla Small, ksmall@seamonwhiteside.com.

July 18: Point Hope - Pump Station - Site plan for proposed pump station, force main, and gravity sewer extension on 2.5 acres at 886 Ut Point Hope Pkwy. TMS: B2620000028. Owner: The Berry Company. Applicant: Thomas & Hutton Engineering. Contact: Domonic Jones, jones.d@tandh.com.

RESULTS: TECHNICAL REVIEW COMMITTEE

July 11: Towne At Cooper River Phase II (Road And Infrastructure) - Proposed road improvements to Enterprise Blvd., Beresford Run and Clements Ferry on 30.1 acres at 2620 Clements Ferry Rd. TMS: B2710001035. Owner: Cato Holdings LLC. Applicant: Seamon, Whiteside & Associates, Inc. Contact: Spencer Plowden, splowden@seamonwhiteside.com. Results: No return/ Paperwork.

July 11: Towne At Cooper River R/W Extension – Preliminary plat and proposed R/W extension, roadway construction, and master infrastructure to serve Towne at Cooper River Master for 3 lots on 29.915 acres at 2620 Clements Ferry Rd. TMS: B2710001035. Owner: Cato Holding LLC. Applicant: Seamon, Whiteside & Associates, Inc. Contact: Spencer Plowden, splowden@seamonwhiteside.com. Results: No return/Paperwork.

July 11: Towne At Cooper River Preliminary Plat 2 - Preliminary plat for 350 units for a proposed subdivision of parcel 2620 Clements Ferry Rd. TMS: B2710001035. Owner: Cato Holdings LLC. Applicant: Seamon, Whiteside & Associates, Inc. Contact: Spencer Plowden, splowden@seamonwhiteside.com. Results: No return/ Paperwork.

CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCSC) - The Daniel Island Flying Fish swim team won the 2024 City Swim Meet on Sunday.

The Coastal Carolina Aquatic Association (CCAA) annual swim meet saw over 800 swimmers from 17 different Lowcountry teams face-off at the North Charleston Aquatic Center on Sunday.

Last year, Daniel Island ended an eight-year streak of titles from Snee Farm in thrilling fashion. They won their first title in 2023 edging Snee Farm by 14 points.

This year, the Daniel Island Flying Fish were dominant, winning by 387 points.

The Northbridge Terrace Killer Whales came in second place with 2,725 points and Snee Farm came in third place with 2526.5 points.

According to the CCAA, three swimmers captured triple crowns in this year’s City Meet by winning three events. Those are Northbridge Terrace’s Saylor Hood (9-10 girls butterfly, backstroke, and individual medley), Crowfield’s Joshua Bornfleth (11-12 boys freestyle, backstroke, and individual medley), and Sha-Mel-Lon’s Carley Foust (13-14 girls freestyle, butterfly, and individual medley).

Snee Farm’s Avery Frece was the only swimmer to set meet records in two events: the 15-18 girls freestyle and butterfly.

Multiple new City Meet records were also set on Sunday: Northbridge Terrace’s Harbor Hood (7-8 girls breaststroke), Hobcaw’s Leah Carrico (9-10 girls breaststroke), Crowfield’s Brody Haefner (9-10 boys breaststroke), James Island’s Holden Jickling (9-10 boys backstroke), Daniel Island’s Ellie Chalupsky (15-18 girls backstroke), Hobcaw’s Adair Shaw (15-18 girls individual medley), and Longpoint’s Stephen Russell (15-18 boys backstroke). Chalupsky and Russell actually broke CCAA records twice: first as backstroke leadoff swimmers in the medley relay and then again in their individual events. The 11-12 girls free relay team from the Summerville Y (Gabrielle Burns, Jayla Muldrow, Luna Armijo-Lagares, and Mia Stephen) also established a City Meet record.

Full 2024 City Meet Team Results:

1 Daniel Island - 3,112

2 Northbridge Terrace - 2,725

3 Snee Farm Swim Team - 2,526. 50

4 Newington - 2,310. 50

5 Hobcaw Yacht Club - 2,304

6 Parkshore - 2,300

7 Shadowmoss - 2,153

8 City of North Charleston - 2,068

9 Crowfield - 1,699

10 Longpoint - 1,578

11 Summerville YMCA - 1,500

12 Ashborough - 1,394. 50

13 James Island Swim Team - 1,389. 50

14 Sha Mel Lon - 1,076

15 Country Club of Charleston - 1,064. 50

16 West County - 165

17 Fort Johnson - 150. 5

Copyright 2024 WCSC. All rights reserved.

Every year millions of visitors come to Charleston with one question, “Where can we get good seafood?” While many locals are inclined to shuffle tourists off to a Market Street crab house, we wouldn’t maintain our reputation as the most polite city in America if we did that. The following is a guide to everything seafood in Charleston. Look beyond the Lowcountry boil, and stop at one of these establishments for a real Holy City experience.

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The Kingstide sits on the Daniel Island waterfront, which is prime seating when the weather is nice. Diners stop in for a chance to sample chef Kevin Getzewich’s menu of creative fish dishes like crab agnolotti or a trout Rueben. There’s also more traditional dishes, like a packed lobster roll, and plenty of items to choose from at the raw bar.

Leon’s gives fried-fish goodness with a side of crispy chicken and freshly-shucked oysters. This North Central hangout is the spot to be if you prefer perfectly-battered bait with a glass of rosé and New Orleans soul pumping out the speakers. The outdoor patio is the place to be if the weather is nice.

Neighborhood restaurant Chubby Fish doesn’t take reservations, so show up early for a chance to try James Beard-nominated chef James London’s fare. Oysters and a caviar sandwich are a good way to start the evening and then onto chili shrimp and smoked wahoo curry.

What can be said about the Ordinary that hasn’t already been printed in hundreds of other publications? The hype is real. Gather friends and family, make a reservation, and luxuriate in the two-story dining room housed in a former bank from 1927. Standouts include the oyster sliders, smoked cobia pate, and the New Orleans-style barbecue shrimp. Imbibers should finish the night with a few rum drinks and go home very happy.

Upper King hot spot the Darling keeps a lively dining room full of guests seeking fry baskets, Creole shrimp, and lobster rolls. The attractive space draws in crowds night after night. Go early for happy hour and sit at the window-facing raw bar to watch the hustle on King Street between shucks.

Dave’s Carry-Out has somewhat unpredictable hours, but if visitors can find the Morris Street dining room open, then they are in for some of the best fried fish around. Most people take their food to go, but there’s a few tables scattered about and a television on, so folks like to hang out and discuss the day. The popular seafood platter allows diners to sample fried shrimp, scallops, fish, and a deviled crab.

The Wreck of the Richard & Charlene is a dive of a restaurant on Shem Creek. Customers sit on mismatched patio furniture on the expansive porch overlooking the water as they dine on fried shrimp, red rice, hush puppies, and deviled crabs.

Located in a historic Charleston home, Delaney Oyster House is a handsome space for seafood dining. The menu offers crab claws, oysters, crab rice with sofrito, caviar service, a daily catch, and more. And if you miss Red Lobster, Delaney offers its own version of the cheddar bay biscuits in hush puppy form.

Seafood house 167 Raw started as a small storefront on East Bay Street and has since upgraded to a multi-dining room space on King Street, but that has not diminished the crowds vying to grab a seat for perfectly shucked oysters, little neck clams, or a jumbo shrimp cocktail. The restaurant doesn’t take reservations, but it does offer online ordering. The lobster roll with a buttery, buttery bun is the stuff of legends. Don’t sleep on the shrimp taco or the frosé.

Vintage-chic restaurant Sullivan’s Fish Camp offers American classics like peel-and-eat shrimp and fried seafood baskets paired with international flavors like XO shrimp fried rice and swordfish al pastor tacos. The retro nautical-themed dining room is a great spot to grab a bite and a drink before hitting the beach.

James Island spot Cuda Co. offers a bounty of fresh seafood for purchase, but it also has a menu of delicious dishes for takeout or dining at one of the outdoor picnic tables. Grab a sticky coconut rice bowl with slices of salmon or the top-rated fried flounder sandwich with American cheese.

Gillie’s Seafood is dedicated to chef/owner Sean Mendes’ grandmother LaReese Gilliard, so patrons are treated like family when they sit down at a table. There’s plenty of Southern seafood favorites here, from shrimp purloo to fried flounder to shrimp and grits. Fun note: if you bring in a framed photo of your grandmother, the staff will hang it on the wall of grandmas — how adorable is that?

Any visitor Charleston must trek out to Bowens Island at least once. The experience of non-stop steamed oysters, cheap beer, and creekside views makes for lasting memories. It’s rustic (some say “dive”), and a bit hard to find, but as former Eater restaurant editor Bill Addison said, “It has been a draw for decades and remains luring both for its ramshackle funkiness and the gut-level goodness of its food.” And if you’re searching for a Lowcountry boil, a combination of corn, sausage, shrimp, and potatoes, this is the place to find it.

The Kingstide sits on the Daniel Island waterfront, which is prime seating when the weather is nice. Diners stop in for a chance to sample chef Kevin Getzewich’s menu of creative fish dishes like crab agnolotti or a trout Rueben. There’s also more traditional dishes, like a packed lobster roll, and plenty of items to choose from at the raw bar.

Leon’s gives fried-fish goodness with a side of crispy chicken and freshly-shucked oysters. This North Central hangout is the spot to be if you prefer perfectly-battered bait with a glass of rosé and New Orleans soul pumping out the speakers. The outdoor patio is the place to be if the weather is nice.

Neighborhood restaurant Chubby Fish doesn’t take reservations, so show up early for a chance to try James Beard-nominated chef James London’s fare. Oysters and a caviar sandwich are a good way to start the evening and then onto chili shrimp and smoked wahoo curry.

What can be said about the Ordinary that hasn’t already been printed in hundreds of other publications? The hype is real. Gather friends and family, make a reservation, and luxuriate in the two-story dining room housed in a former bank from 1927. Standouts include the oyster sliders, smoked cobia pate, and the New Orleans-style barbecue shrimp. Imbibers should finish the night with a few rum drinks and go home very happy.

Upper King hot spot the Darling keeps a lively dining room full of guests seeking fry baskets, Creole shrimp, and lobster rolls. The attractive space draws in crowds night after night. Go early for happy hour and sit at the window-facing raw bar to watch the hustle on King Street between shucks.

Dave’s Carry-Out has somewhat unpredictable hours, but if visitors can find the Morris Street dining room open, then they are in for some of the best fried fish around. Most people take their food to go, but there’s a few tables scattered about and a television on, so folks like to hang out and discuss the day. The popular seafood platter allows diners to sample fried shrimp, scallops, fish, and a deviled crab.

The Wreck of the Richard & Charlene is a dive of a restaurant on Shem Creek. Customers sit on mismatched patio furniture on the expansive porch overlooking the water as they dine on fried shrimp, red rice, hush puppies, and deviled crabs.

Located in a historic Charleston home, Delaney Oyster House is a handsome space for seafood dining. The menu offers crab claws, oysters, crab rice with sofrito, caviar service, a daily catch, and more. And if you miss Red Lobster, Delaney offers its own version of the cheddar bay biscuits in hush puppy form.

Seafood house 167 Raw started as a small storefront on East Bay Street and has since upgraded to a multi-dining room space on King Street, but that has not diminished the crowds vying to grab a seat for perfectly shucked oysters, little neck clams, or a jumbo shrimp cocktail. The restaurant doesn’t take reservations, but it does offer online ordering. The lobster roll with a buttery, buttery bun is the stuff of legends. Don’t sleep on the shrimp taco or the frosé.

Vintage-chic restaurant Sullivan’s Fish Camp offers American classics like peel-and-eat shrimp and fried seafood baskets paired with international flavors like XO shrimp fried rice and swordfish al pastor tacos. The retro nautical-themed dining room is a great spot to grab a bite and a drink before hitting the beach.

James Island spot Cuda Co. offers a bounty of fresh seafood for purchase, but it also has a menu of delicious dishes for takeout or dining at one of the outdoor picnic tables. Grab a sticky coconut rice bowl with slices of salmon or the top-rated fried flounder sandwich with American cheese.

Gillie’s Seafood is dedicated to chef/owner Sean Mendes’ grandmother LaReese Gilliard, so patrons are treated like family when they sit down at a table. There’s plenty of Southern seafood favorites here, from shrimp purloo to fried flounder to shrimp and grits. Fun note: if you bring in a framed photo of your grandmother, the staff will hang it on the wall of grandmas — how adorable is that?

Any visitor Charleston must trek out to Bowens Island at least once. The experience of non-stop steamed oysters, cheap beer, and creekside views makes for lasting memories. It’s rustic (some say “dive”), and a bit hard to find, but as former Eater restaurant editor Bill Addison said, “It has been a draw for decades and remains luring both for its ramshackle funkiness and the gut-level goodness of its food.” And if you’re searching for a Lowcountry boil, a combination of corn, sausage, shrimp, and potatoes, this is the place to find it.

If you make your way toward the Daniel Island Marina and Boat Club, you’ll likely drive past one of Clements Ferry’s busiest office buildings: 672 Marina Drive.

Home to 16 businesses, the mixed-use building has been there since 2004 and holds about 20,000 square feet of office space.

Tenants occupying the space include:

Happy Hearts Therapy is pediatric occupational therapy that provides occupational, physical, and speech therapy to children with developmental diagnoses and delays. Owner Lindsay Kale works individually with families and said she focuses on quality versus quantity when addressing a child’s specific needs.

“This community,” Kale said, “always joins together to foster child development and has been so supportive in advocating for families by sharing our mission with one another.”

South Carolina Matchmakers provides personalized matchmaking services and dating and relationship coaching to help singles find meaningful, long-term relationships. With its partnering marketing team, Affluent Charleston Singles, Jennifer Hayes said they use each client’s unique preferences to create successful matches.

“We love fostering relationships within the close-knit community of Daniel Island, connecting local singles who share common values and interests, and contributing to the overall happiness of our clients through personalized matchmaking and coaching services,” Hayes said.

Harbourtowne Real Estate offers high-quality, professional real estate services, according to owner and broker-in-charge Fudgy Brabham. Founded in 1978, Brabham said the business has various agents and programs to serve every client’s needs.

“Being a native Charlestonian, I enjoy working with the people of our community as well as newcomers,” he said. “From the number of agents to (our) beautiful new office on the water in Daniel Island Marina, the growth has just been unbelievable.”

Viva Law Firm assists retailers with alcohol licensing, clients with state and local tax disputes, and also has a focus on family law negotiations. Lauren Acquaviva, the firm’s founder and managing attorney, said the goal of the practice is to help busy people amicably end bad relationships so they can live their best life.

“I find that our community is very supportive and friendly, which is very important when going through a life change,” Acquaviva said. “A divorce is much more than legalities, and it takes a supportive community to make it to the other side on the right foot.”

S4 Systems is a female-owned small business that specializes in delivering integrated logistics and acquisition support services to the U.S. Navy and Department of Defense.

With a focus on systems engineering for shipbuilding, business development manager Lesa Napolitan said, “Our mission is to empower the military and support warfighters with precision logistics solutions. S4 Systems offers responsive on-site support, and our Daniel Island Marina location offers the perfect backdrop for meeting with local partners and welcoming out-of-town clients visiting Charleston.”

Katie Fox, a licensed professional counselor at Fox Counseling and Wellness, specializes in treating patients of all ages with obsessive compulsive disorder, attention deficit/hypertension disorder, anxiety, and other mental health issues. Fox said she aims to “help others find peace in life, free from struggles they face. I want others to feel heard and understood.”

Carrie Franko is a licensed professional counselor who works with people facing challenges at school, home, or work. With over 15 years of experience, Franko offers both individual and family sessions.

Heather Oliver is a licensed independent social worker who works with children, adolescents, and adults, offering cognitive behavioral therapy and other therapeutic approaches to meet her clients’ needs.

mellBella Photography specializes in boudoir, pinup, and styled fine art photography. Founder Mell Bell said her mission is to “honor and celebrate each person’s unique version of beautiful.”

Bell’s brother’s company, Richard Bell Photography, photographs Charleston weddings, destination weddings, family and baby portraits, commercial collateral photography, and artist or corporate headshots.

Beresford Realty, founded by David G. Bates, is a boutique-style real estate firm. The firm aims to provide personalized service and prides itself on its knowledge of local neighborhoods, schools, and market conditions.

Billy Simons Trident Real Estate is a real estate firm assisting buyers, sellers, and institutional clients throughout the Charleston area. It has prided itself on helping clients since 2010.

Mid-America Overseas is an ocean freight forwarder that has expanded into a global transportation and logistics provider. The company offers ocean and air freight, door-to-door forwarding, and dangerous goods shipping.

Curran Financial Partners is an independent financial services firm aimed at helping individuals create retirement strategies with investment and insurance products aimed at custom-suiting their needs.

Fathom 4 is a DOD engineering services company owned by a former U.S. Marine and U.S. Navy officer. Services from Fathom 4 include C4ISR suite design and modeling.