About Black Bear Primary Care
Black Bear Primary Care is an independent primary care practice located in Greenville, South Carolina. We serve adult patients of all ages with comprehensive, evidence-based medical care delivered in a warm and personal environment.
We believe the best medicine happens when a patient and doctor have a strong, ongoing relationship. That is why we intentionally keep our practice small. You see the same doctor every visit, and that doctor knows your history, your goals, and what matters to you.
Our practice blends traditional values of hands-on, relationship-based care with modern conveniences. We offer telehealth visits, a secure patient portal, and same-week appointments so you are not left waiting when you need care.
Our Mission
To provide compassionate, high-quality primary care that puts the needs of the individual patient first. We aim to be your partner in health through every stage of adult life.
Our Values
- Relationships over transactions. We take time to listen and understand the whole person behind the symptoms.
- Independence matters. We are not owned by a hospital system or corporation. Our decisions are driven by what is best for our patients, not shareholders.
- Evidence-based care. We ground our recommendations in current medical science and guidelines.
- Transparency. We believe you deserve to understand your diagnoses, treatment options, and costs in plain language.
- Accessibility. From online booking to house calls, we remove barriers so you can get the care you need when you need it.
A Practice Built on Trust
Situated near the North Main and Stone Lake areas, we have grown by word of mouth and referrals from patients who value a primary care experience that feels different. We are proud to serve the Greenville community and welcome new patients to our practice.
Dr. Brian Clow, MD
Board-Certified Internal Medicine
Dr. Clow founded Black Bear Primary Care with the belief that primary care should be accessible, personalized, and rooted in a genuine doctor-patient relationship. He has practiced medicine in the Greenville area for over a decade.
Dr. Clow specializes in preventative medicine, chronic disease management, and coordinating complex care across specialists and hospitals. He takes a thorough, thoughtful approach to every visit.
When he is not in the office, Dr. Clow enjoys spending time outdoors in the Upstate, hiking and exploring the trails that inspired the practice name.