About Us
Comprehensive Neurological Care, Centered on You.
We focus on caring for the whole person, not just the diagnosis
At Premier Neurology in Greenville, SC, we believe successful neurological care begins with seeing each patient as a whole person—not just a diagnosis. Led by Dr. Mary Hughes, a recognized expert in Multiple Sclerosis (MS) and neurological care, our team is committed to delivering personalized, compassionate care that addresses both the medical and human sides of every condition.
Our practice combines expertise with a full-service, integrative approach—offering everything from neurological evaluations and MS care to an on-site lifestyle infusion, in-office EEG testing, acupuncture, and a dedicated neurological assessment center. By bringing all of these services together, we’re able to provide coordinated care that supports your physical, emotional, and neurological well-being.
Whether you’re newly diagnosed, seeking a second opinion, or looking for a long-term partner in your neurological health, our team is here to listen, guide, and care. We’re not just experts in neurology—we’re advocates for you and your quality of life.
Meet Our Team
OUR PROVIDERS
Neurologist, MS Specialist
Mary Hughes, MD, MBA
When her sister was diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis in 1998, Dr. Hughes dedicated her medical career to the purposeful and intentional treatment of neurological disorders. Now practicing for over 25 years in academic and health care system settings, Dr. Hughes leads the Premier Neurology team.
Dr. Hughes opened Premier Neurology in Greenville, SC in 2015, with a focus on building a patient-centered approach developed over her years of practice.
Education has been a cornerstone of her commitment to patient care. An experienced educator, Dr. Hughes has taught extensively in multiple arenas, including medical conferences, medical schools and community events. Dr. Hughes has also been actively involved in clinical research since 2000, and is currently the Principle Investigator in 15 research trials.
Physician assistant, MSCS
Loren Cragle, PA-C
Loren Cragle, PA, completed her Bachelor of Science degree at Pennsylvania State University in Exercise Science before completing her Masters of Physician Assistant Studies at the Medical University of South Carolina.
Loren has been a PA for 13 years, with eight years at Premier Neurology, and is a certified Multiple Sclerosis Specialist through the Consortium of Multiple Sclerosis Centers. Outside of work, Loren is a mom to two young boys and enjoys spending time with her family exploring the outdoors.
Nurse practioner, MSCS
Porshia Miller, FNP-C
Porshia Miller, FNP-C, completed her Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree at The University of South Carolina before working as an Emergency Room nurse for eight years. After deciding to further her career, Porshia graduated from Clemson University with her MS degree, is board certified through AANP as a Family Nurse Practitioner, and is a certified Multiple Sclerosis Specialist through the Consortium of Multiple Sclerosis Centers.
In her spare time, Porshia loves to spend time with her family, her new baby girl, and her dogs. She also enjoys traveling and spending time outdoors.
Nurse Practitioner
Suzanne Green, FNP-BC
Suzanne G. Mullikin, FNP-C, originally from Lynchburg, SC, has lived in Greenville since 2018. After earning her Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing from Clemson University in 2016, she worked as a Neuro/Trauma ICU nurse for six years.
In 2023, Suzanne returned to Clemson and earned her Master of Science degree in Nursing, adding to her ANCC board certification as a Family Nurse Practitioner.
In her free time, Suzanne enjoys traveling, spending time at the beach with family, and cheering on the Tigers.
Physician assistant
Elfreda Chambers, PA-C
Freda graduated from South College as a Physician Associate in 2023. After teaching science for over 20 years and helping many students into healthcare, she decided to make the change herself. With her background in education and psychiatric practice, she brings a holistic patient-centered approach to care.
Freda is passionate about empowering patients and partnering with them in choosing medication regimens and implementing lifestyle modifications.
OUR CLINIC TEAM
Kayla Childress
Registered Medical Assistant
Nicole Tate
Registered Medical Assistant
Tammy Arceneaux
Certified Medical Assistant
Tracy Pichierre
Front Desk Receptionist
RESEARCH TEAM
ACUPUNCTURE
Melissa Ramsey, BSN, RN
Clinical Research Coordinator
Mel Carter
Clinical Research Coordinator
Federica Hall
Clinical Research Coordinator
Tangela Barr, Dipl. Ac(NCCAOM), L.Ac, B.S.
ACUPUNCTURIST
OPERATIONS
PATIENT THERAPY
James Hunter
President, Premier Neurology Holdings
Al Hughes
Office Associate
Bear
Therapy Dog
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, and we’d love to help you.
We accept referrals from your primary care provider, or self-referrals for neurological care.
To schedule your initial appoinment, please call our Care Team at 864-655-4005 or fill out the CONTACT FORM HERE.
We look forward to meeting you and helping you live your best life.
For new patients, please call us at 864-655-4005 or fill out the CONTACT FORM HERE and our Clinic Team will call you to schedule your initial appointment.
For returning patients, you can sschedule your follow-up appointment with your assigned Advanced Practice Providers by going to our Patient Portal HERE or calling us at 864-655-4005.
We are currently in-network for the following insurance plans. If you have any questions or don’t see your insurance on the list, you can call our Care Team at 864-655-4005.
We also accept self-pay.
CURRENT IN-NETWORK INSURANCES:
- Aetna
- Aetna Health Plans
- Ambetter
- Ambetter from Absolute Total Care
- BCBS of SC State Employee Health Plan
- BCBS South Carolina
- Cigna
- Humana
- Humana Gold Choice
- Humana Medicare
- Medicaid of South Carolina
- Medicare of South Carolina
- Medicare secondary & Supplemental insurance
- PAI Planned Administrators
- SUREST FKA BIND BENEFITS
- Tricare for Life
- UMR
- United HealthCare
- WEB TPA
- Wellcare
To ensure we can give you the best care and understand your medical history, please bring the below to your initial appointment.
New patients should arrive 30 minutes prior to your appointment start time to allow for registration, insurance collections, and any document review.
For new patients, please plan for an hour for your initial appointment. Follow-up appointments are typically 30-40 minutes.
We look forward to meeting you!
ITEMS TO BRING:
- Insurance information
- Current medication lists
- MRI CD (if applicable)
- Feel free to bring your support person as well!
Bear is our amazing in-office Therapy Dog. His job is to help soothe and support our patients throughout their visit.
Bear is very gentle and very friendly, but if you have an allergy or fear of dogs, simply let us know before arriving. Bear has lots of birds he loves to watch intently, and we’re happy to give you space and him a bird-staring break during your visit.