MUSC Health Specialty Care

Dr. Christine W. Rihn is an Associate of the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons (AACFAS) and the American Podiatric Medical Association (APMA). She specializes in both conservative and surgical treatment of various foot and ankle conditions, with special interests in arthritic conditions, fractures and sports injuries, bunion and hammertoe treatment, and diabetic care/limb salvage. Dr. Rihn completed a four-year residency at the University of Pennsylvania, receiving extensive training in reconstructive surgery, sports medicine, and limb salvage. She also trained in the areas of vascular, general, and outpatient plastic surgery and served as chief resident during her final year. Dr. Rihn earned her medical degree from Temple University School of Podiatric Medicine in Philadelphia, PA. She graduated in the top ten of her class, earning honors in the Stirling-Harford-DiPrimio Honorary Anatomical Society. She received her undergraduate degree from the College of Charleston majoring in Biology with a minor in Business. While attending the College, she volunteered in the Cardiovascular wing at MUSC where she developed an interest in the medical field and passion for patient care. Dr. Rihn is excited to move back to South Carolina to be closer to family and friends. In her free time, she enjoys baking, cooking, and spending time outdoors with her husband, daughter and two Yorkshire terriers.

Dr. Patrick M. Bik is a podiatric foot and ankle surgeon who specializes in the treatment of the foot, ankle, and lower leg. He is an Associate of the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons and a member of the American Podiatric Medical Association. His clinical interests include foot and ankle reconstruction, trauma, sports injuries, wound care, diabetic limb salvage, and minimally invasive surgery. Dr. Bik is a native of South Jersey and completed his undergraduate studies at Rowan University in Glassboro, New Jersey, where he graduated summa cum laude with a degree in biology. He was a member of the Rowan University NCAA Division III men's soccer team and was recognized as a scholar athlete. He suffered several foot and ankle injuries as a college athlete, which sparked his passion for sports medicine and lower extremity pathology. He attended Temple University School of Podiatric Medicine in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, where he graduated in the top ten of his class and was a member of the Stirling-Harford-DiPrimio Honorary Anatomical Society. He then completed a four-year residency in podiatric medicine and surgery (reconstructive rear-foot and ankle surgery) at Temple University Hospital in North Philadelphia. He served as chief resident during his final year and was trained in the latest foot and ankle surgical techniques. He has lectured at conferences, published research, and was appointed clinical adjunct assistant professor in the department of surgery at Temple University School of Podiatric Medicine. In his free time, he enjoys exercising, playing guitar, watching Philly sports, and spending time with his wife and daughter. Dr. Bik is excited to serve the needs of the Orangeburg community!

Harris "Hart" Parker, III, M.D., is a highly skilled general surgeon with extensive training and clinical experience. A graduate of the University of South Carolina, Dr. Parker completed both undergraduate studies and medical school before pursuing an internship and residency in general surgery at the University of South Carolina School of Medicine. Board-certified by the American Board of Surgery since 2005, Dr. Parker has dedicated over 20 years to providing surgical care in Columbia, South Carolina. Throughout his career, he has earned recognition for his teaching and academic excellence, receiving multiple Outstanding General Surgery Resident Teaching Awards and accolades such as the Surgery Medal for Outstanding Academic and Clinical Performance. He is an active member of professional organizations, including the American College of Surgeons and the Society of Advanced Gastrointestinal and Endoscopic Surgery, and has served as a Cancer Liaison Physician on the Midlands Integrated Network Cancer Committee. Dr. Parker 's research contributions are published in peer-reviewed journals such as *The American Surgeon* and *The Journal of Trauma*, which highlights his interest in laparoscopic surgery, trauma, and wound healing. Committed to advancing surgical practices, Dr. Parker continues to contribute to scientific discussions through presentations at national surgical congresses.