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Caring, kind personality. I enjoyed that she encouraged my child, as do I, to speak for himself. I know I would enjoy her as our Care provider in the future.
(6 days ago)
Feb-2026
Very Friendly & Knowledgeable. Encouraged my teen to speak up/advocate for herself during the appointment.
(1 week ago)
Feb-2026
I had the absolute best experience with Dr. Ugochi Cantave as my children’s pediatrician. From the very first visit, she felt like family. Her warmth, patience, and genuine care immediately put both me and my children at ease. What I love most is how attentive she is. She doesn’t just rush through appointments; she listens carefully, answers every question thoroughly, and makes sure you truly understand everything. You can tell she genuinely cares about her patients’ well-being.
She also does something that really stands out: she speaks directly to the children and makes them feel included in their own appointments. She explains things in a way they understand, asks for their thoughts, and makes them feel heard. That level of respect and engagement builds their confidence and helps them feel comfortable at the doctor’s office.
Dr. Cantave is knowledgeable, compassionate, and incredibly personable. I’m so grateful to have found a pediatrician who treats my children like her own.
(1 week ago)
Feb-2026
SouthernMED Pediatrics - Northeast Columbia
237 Longtown Rd. Columbia, SC 29229
Ugochi Cantave, M.D., is a Pediatrician practicing at SouthernMED Pediatrics.
Caring, kind personality. I enjoyed that she encouraged my child, as do I, to speak for himself. I know I would enjoy her as our Care provider in the future.
Very Friendly & Knowledgeable. Encouraged my teen to speak up/advocate for herself during the appointment.
I had the absolute best experience with Dr. Ugochi Cantave as my children’s pediatrician. From the very first visit, she felt like family. Her warmth, patience, and genuine care immediately put both me and my children at ease. What I love most is how attentive she is. She doesn’t just rush through appointments; she listens carefully, answers every question thoroughly, and makes sure you truly understand everything. You can tell she genuinely cares about her patients’ well-being. She also does something that really stands out: she speaks directly to the children and makes them feel included in their own appointments. She explains things in a way they understand, asks for their thoughts, and makes them feel heard. That level of respect and engagement builds their confidence and helps them feel comfortable at the doctor’s office. Dr. Cantave is knowledgeable, compassionate, and incredibly personable. I’m so grateful to have found a pediatrician who treats my children like her own.