Trusted Health Services Provider in Duncan, SC

Cliff W. Bowers, DO

Cliff W. Bowers, DO, is the founder and family medicine physician at Carolina Health & Aesthetics in Duncan, South Carolina.

Dr. Bowers founded Carolina Health & Aesthetics to bring time to care back to the patient-physician relationship. Our office thrives on the belief that “people do not care what you know until they know that you care.”

Part crusader-part comedian, Dr. Bowers’ peppery personality is tempered by his lovely wife, Laura. Together they share four adult children, two cats, Stella, the bossy Bernese Mountain Dog, and Sadie, a black Labrador puppy. As Director of Pawsitivity, do not be surprised if Stella greets you enthusiastically at the clinic door or hails you from the back of “her” Jeep during a house call.

Dr. Bowers holds degrees from Wofford College, Emory University, and the University of Pikeville, Kentucky College of Osteopathic Medicine. He also brings knowledge gained as an Army Field Surgeon in a combat zone, a busy emergency medicine specialist, and the always available family doctor in a small rural town.

If you are in need of primary care or treatment for chronic diseases such as diabetes or hypertension, call Carolina Health & Aesthetics today.

James Kelley, NP

With a healthcare career spanning more than two decades, James Kelley, MSN, FNP-C, brings a wealth of experience, compassion, and clinical excellence to the field of family medicine. His journey began in the early 2000s, where he built a strong foundation working in a range of acute care settings, including intensive care units (ICUs), medical-surgical floors, and orthopedic departments. These formative years gave him a deep appreciation for the complexity of patient care and a commitment to improving outcomes across the healthcare spectrum.

In 2018, Mr. Kelley earned his Master of Science in Nursing from Chamberlain College in Illinois and became board-certified as a Family Nurse Practitioner. This pivotal milestone marked a transition into primary care—a space where he could make a broader impact on preventive medicine, chronic disease management, and long-term patient relationships. He chose this path not only to provide care, but to help reshape how care is delivered—focusing on the whole person, not just the diagnosis.

Mr. Kelley’s approach to family practice is holistic and deeply patient-centered. He believes that optimal health is achieved by addressing the interconnectedness of mind, body, and spirit. His clinical philosophy is rooted in the use of evidence-based treatments tailored to each individual’s unique needs and goals. For him, healthcare should never be “one size fits all,” and he challenges conventional norms that rely on habit rather than science. As he often says, “Just because it’s always been done that way doesn’t mean it’s the best way.”

A lifelong learner and advocate for innovation, Mr. Kelley is passionate about integrating the latest research and best practices into every aspect of care. His patients appreciate his thoughtful, thorough approach and the trust he builds through open communication, empathy, and transparency.

Outside of the clinic, James is a devoted husband to his wife, Amanda, and a proud father to their two daughters, Victoria and Sophia. His downtime is filled with what he calls “therapy by lifestyle”—playing golf, exploring investment opportunities, and cherishing moments with his family. Whether he’s on the green or at home, his commitment to balance and personal well-being reflects the very principles he promotes in his practice.

With a strong belief in compassionate, informed care and a drive to continually evolve, James Kelley stands out as a healthcare professional who not only treats—but truly transforms—the lives of those he serves.