Sweetgrass Pediatrics has expanded its coastal reach through the addition of Inlet Pediatrics, now operating as Sweetgrass Pediatrics at the Inlet. The transition became effective October 15, 2025, bringing together two established pediatric practices with decades of combined experience serving South Carolina families.
The Murrells Inlet practice, located at 140 Bandage Court, has provided pediatric care to the community for nearly 20 years. Under the leadership of Dr. Amanda Drosieko, MD, Inlet Pediatrics has built a reputation for compassionate, family-centered care that will continue under the Sweetgrass Pediatrics banner. Dr. Drosieko and nurse practitioner Dawn Fox will remain with the practice, ensuring patients maintain relationships with familiar healthcare providers.
This expansion significantly enhances pediatric services available to families in the rapidly growing Grand Strand region. Patients at the Murrells Inlet location will now have access to telemedicine options, behavioral health and counseling specialists, online appointment scheduling, and texting communication capabilities. The practice will operate Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, with a lunch closure from 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM.
The acquisition represents a strategic move to improve coordinated care across the region. Families at Sweetgrass Pediatrics at the Inlet will now have access to the full network of Sweetgrass locations across the Charleston Lowcountry, providing greater convenience and continuity of care for families who travel or relocate within the area. This consolidation of pediatric resources comes at a critical time as coastal communities experience significant population growth.
Dr. Colleen Boylston of Sweetgrass Pediatrics emphasized the shared commitment to exceptional care between the two practices. The integration allows for expanded resources while maintaining the personalized approach that families have come to trust. For additional information about services and locations, visit https://www.sweetgrasspediatrics.com.
As part of US Pediatric Partners, Sweetgrass Pediatrics continues to leverage broader organizational resources to enhance pediatric care delivery. The partnership enables investment in innovative services and technologies that might otherwise be challenging for independent practices to implement. This expansion demonstrates how healthcare consolidation can potentially benefit patients through improved access to specialized services and coordinated care networks.
The maintenance of existing medical staff addresses a common concern in healthcare acquisitions - the potential disruption of patient-provider relationships. By retaining Dr. Drosieko and her team, the transition minimizes disruption for families who have established trust with their current healthcare providers. This approach represents a model for healthcare mergers that prioritizes continuity of care while expanding service capabilities.
