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Edward Benjamin Penn, Jr.

Edward Benjamin Penn, Jr., MD

Head and Neck SurgeryOtolaryngologyPediatric Otolaryngology

Accepting New Patients
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Highlights

Age Groups Seen

  • Infants and Toddlers
  • Children 2-4
  • Children 5 and up
  • Teens

Languages

  • English

Gender

Male

About Edward Benjamin Penn, Jr.

Dr. Edward Penn is a pediatric otolaryngologist specializing in the diagnosis and treatment of ear, nose, and throat conditions in children from infancy through adolescence. Originally from McPherson, Kansas, Dr. Penn completed his medical education and residency training at the University of Kansas. He then pursued advanced fellowship training in pediatric otolaryngology at Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago. After practicing in Nashville, he relocated to Greenville, where he currently provides specialized pediatric ENT care.

Dr. Penn’s practice focuses on caring for patients from newborns in the neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) to teenagers and young adults. His work often involves addressing hearing, speech, and airway conditions that can significantly impact a child’s development and quality of life.

A core aspect of Dr. Penn’s approach to care is patient advocacy. He is dedicated to supporting children and their families, particularly when young patients may not yet have the ability to communicate their needs. Through collaboration with a multidisciplinary network of specialists, Dr. Penn works to ensure that each child receives comprehensive, coordinated care that considers both specific ENT concerns and overall health.

As both a physician and a father of two, Dr. Penn values building meaningful connections with families. He strives to create an environment where patients and parents feel supported, understood, and confident in their care. By combining medical expertise with compassion and education, he aims to guide families toward the best possible outcomes for their children.

Outside of his clinical practice, Dr. Penn enjoys spending time with his wife and two sons. His family enjoys camping, traveling, and playing basketball together.

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Locations

  1. Prisma Health Ear, Nose, and Throat
  2. Prisma Health Outpatient Surgery–Centennial Way
  3. Prisma Health Ear, Nose and Throat–Oconee

Expertise

Education

  • Residency: University of Kansas Medical Center, Otolaryngology
  • Medical School: University of Kansas at KC School of Medicine
  • Fellowship: Northwestern University Medical School, Otolaryngology, Pediatric Otolaryngology

Board Certifications

  • Complex Pediatric Otolaryngology: American Board of Otolaryngology

Insurance

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  • Absolute Total Care - Ambetter
  • Absolute Total Care (Centene)
  • Aetna
  • Aetna Medicare
  • Allwell Medicare - Absolute Total Care
  • BCBS
  • BCBS Blue Essentials
  • BCBS PPC
  • BCBSSC Blue Reedy Exchange Product (Upstate)
  • BCBSSC State Health Plan (PEBA)
  • BlueChoice Health Plan
  • BlueChoice Medicaid - Healthy Blue
  • BlueChoiceMyChoice Advantage
  • Carelon Behavioral Health
  • Cigna
  • Cigna Medicare
  • Companion Benefit Alternatives
  • CorVel Workers Compensation
  • Evernorth Behavioral Health
  • FirstHealth (Aetna)
  • Healthy Connections
  • Humana - Healthy Horizons
  • Humana Choice Care
  • Humana Medicare
  • Liberty Advantage
  • Logistics Health
  • Magellan
  • MedCost
  • Medicare (Traditional Fee-for-Service)
  • Molina
  • Molina Medicaid
  • NHC Advantage
  • Optum Behavioral Health
  • Promise Health Plan
  • SC Medicaid Healthy Connections
  • Select Health Medicare
  • Select Heath (First Choice)
  • Spectera
  • TriCare
  • UnitedHealthcare Medicare Advantage
  • Veterans Affairs Community Care Network - VACCN
  • Wellcare (Centene)

Ratings & Reviews

4.9 out of 5

120 ratings, 15 reviews

The Patient Satisfaction Rating is derived from patient surveys based on the likelihood to recommend this provider’s office.

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    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/9/2026

    No suggestions. Everything was wonderful

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/8/2026

    Dr. Penn and all the staff are always great!! Please keep up the great care!!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/21/2026

    The doctor said that he would send over the recommendations for where to send my daughter for her jaw and the orthodontist, but I still have not yet gotten that. I figured maybe he would get it to me by next week. But that would be like a faster turnaround on that so I can get the appointment called in since it's a long wait everywhere. That would be ideal. And then kind of where to go from there since we weren't able to fix the issue or start fixing the issue in his office. But I think that's about it. I feel like he was really great. And the nurses were very kind, very great. Yeah. If you have any questions, let me know. Thank you. Bye.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/15/2026

    Dr Penn is always exceptional!! I recommend him often!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/15/2025

    I couldn't ask for a better visit or physician to take care of my child!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/30/2025

    Dr. Penn is thoughtful and thorough.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/16/2025

    Everyone was fantastic, especially Dr. Penn. he is fantastic!!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/27/2025

    I can't think of any ways. Dr. Penn is an amazing provider. He is kind, listens to the parent's concerns and is excellent at what he does clinically. A true gem in healthcare.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/5/2025

    I do not have one complaint about our visit with Dr. Penn.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/9/2025

    Dr Penn and his team are outstanding. I have no recommendations for improvement because they are the pinnacle of patient care. They are all kind, empathetic, knowledgeable, and supremely good at their job. Dr Penn should win an award for being the best physician in the state. I am always astonished at how quickly he puts my children at ease. He always asks for permission and explains what he is going to do before doing it. My children are completely comfortable with him. His exams are painstakingly thorough, and even the questions he asks of me AND my children are always helping him gather history and information about their health. He fosters respect and care among his patients AND staff, and it makes a huge difference. Doctors should be learning from him how best to serve their patients. I recommend him immediately and without reservation to anyone that needs a pediatric ENT.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/28/2025

    I couldn't have asked for better communication or care for my son!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/17/2025

    Dr. Penn and his clinical staff are absolutely amazing! They were extra helpful and show great care for my children. We will always choose Dr. Penn!!!!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/12/2025

    It was perfect care!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/29/2025

    Our visit was pleasant as always.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/27/2025

    The staff from greeting until checkout were kind, friendly, and professional.

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