About
Dr. Ben Prince is a board-certified family physician and former major in the United States Air Force. He earned his Doctorate of Osteopathic Medicine from Midwestern University School of Osteopathic Medicine in Glendale, Arizona. He also holds a Master of Arts in Biomedical Science from Midwestern University College of Health Sciences and a Bachelor of Science in Biology from the University of Utah. Dr. Prince completed both his internship and Family Medicine residency at the 96th Medical Group at Eglin Air Force Base in Florida between 2017 and 2020. He served in the Air Force from 2013 to 2023 and holds active licensure in Mississippi. He is a member of the American Academy of Family Physicians and speaks both English and Italian.
Dr. Prince focuses on whole-person wellness through integrative and functional medicine, lifestyle counseling, nutrition, physical activity, and behavioral health. He builds individualized care plans that incorporate supplements and medications when clinically appropriate. His special interests grew directly from his military experience, where he saw how rushed appointments limit the depth of care a physician can provide. He settled in Ocean Springs with his wife, three children, and their dog, and he counts the coastal community as home. Outside the clinic, he enjoys fishing, snowboarding, golfing, traveling, and a long-standing passion for classic cars.
Education & Training
Medical School
Midwestern University School of Osteopathic Medicine, Glendale, AZ
Residency
Family Medicine, 96th Medical Group - Eglin Air Force Base, Eglin AFB, FL (2018-2020)
Additional Training
Internship: 96th Medical Group - Eglin Air Force Base, Eglin AFB, FL (2017-2018)
Certifications
Who is Dr. Prince right for?
Dr. Prince is a strong fit for adults who want a physician invested in their long-term health, not just acute concerns. Patients interested in preventive care, lifestyle medicine, nutrition, or functional approaches to chronic conditions will find his focus directly relevant. He works well with individuals who value a doctor who listens, learns their full health history, and builds a care plan around their personal goals. Those managing chronic conditions like diabetes, high cholesterol, or hypertension benefit from the proactive screenings the MDVIP Wellness Program includes.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Prince treats the full range of family medicine conditions, from acute illness to chronic disease management. He has particular expertise in preventive care, metabolic health, hypertension, and diabetes. His integrative approach means he also addresses lifestyle factors like nutrition, physical activity, and behavioral health as part of every care plan.
Dr. Prince centers his practice on individualized, whole-person care. He builds wellness plans that account for each patient's goals, lifestyle, and health history. He incorporates lifestyle medicine, nutrition, supplements, and behavioral health alongside clinical medicine, using medications when appropriate rather than as a first resort.
Yes. Dr. Prince holds board certification in Family Medicine through the American Board of Family Medicine. He completed his residency training at the 96th Medical Group at Eglin Air Force Base in Florida.
Dr. Prince served as a major in the United States Air Force from 2013 to 2023. His military medical experience shaped his commitment to spending meaningful time with each patient. He completed his internship and residency at Eglin Air Force Base during his service.
Yes. Dr. Prince speaks both English and Italian.
Dr. Prince holds privileges at Ocean Springs Hospital. He also maintains referral relationships with specialists in the Singing River and Memorial Health Systems in the region.
Dr. Prince developed his interest in integrative medicine through clinical experience that showed him how lifestyle, nutrition, and behavioral health shape long-term outcomes. He incorporates those elements into every wellness conversation, creating plans that go beyond prescriptions to address root causes and prevention.
Dr. Prince delivers the annual MDVIP Wellness Program, which includes advanced health screenings and comprehensive diagnostic tests. The program targets key areas of health to identify risk factors early, with the goal of treating, preventing, or reversing issues before they progress. He uses the results to build each patient's personalized wellness plan.
Doctor profile last updated April 11, 2026