Charleston Area Ornish Connection

Self-Directed Community

The SDC has been in existance nearly five years. We consist of 13 graduated cohorts from the Charleston Area Medical Center. We have been described by Dr. Ornish as one of the top SDC's in the country. We meet weekly in support of our membership's desire to live the Ornish Lifestyle. Click on the following link to find our meeting times and location.


By-Laws of the SDC
Our by-laws were written originally in May of 2003. It is a living document currently being revised to reflect evolution of the SDC. View our current by-laws by clicking the link above.

Membership Roster
This roster of active members of the SDC is available via the closed email community. You must become a registered member of that community to access this information. Instructions to gain access to this community.

Mentoring Program
The mentoring program is provided to include into the SDC, persons who were unable to participate in the Dr. Dean Ornish Program at CAMC, yet have a burning desire to live the Ornish Lifestyle. View a description of the mentoring program by clicking the link above.

Member Testimonials
Members have achieved remarkable results. See some of this group's testimonials by clicking the above link.