About
Brian Knighton, DO is a board-certified family medicine physician practicing in Freeport, Maine. He earned his Doctorate of Osteopathic Medicine from the University of North Texas in Fort Worth and completed his internship at Central Maine Medical Center in Lewiston. He then finished his family practice residency at the University of New England in Biddeford. He holds additional training in osteopathic manipulation.
S. Navy, serving as an emergency room physician at United States Naval Hospital Guantanamo Bay and as a primary care physician at Brunswick Naval Air Station. He earned the Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal and rose to the rank of Lieutenant Commander. After his military service, he worked in a hospital-based system and later opened a private practice before affiliating with MDVIP. He views physical and emotional health as among life's most precious assets. He is passionate about preventive care, osteopathic manipulation, and helping patients adopt consistent, balanced lifestyle habits. His goal is to partner with patients in a setting built on respect, trust, and attentive listening. He enjoys skiing, boating, gardening, guitar, and time with family.
Education & Training
Additional Training
Additional training in osteopathic manipulation
Certifications
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Knighton right for?
Dr. Knighton is a strong fit for adults who prioritize prevention and want a thorough annual health assessment. Patients managing cardiovascular risk, metabolic disorders, diabetes risk, or sleep concerns benefit from the broad scope of the Wellness Program Plus. His osteopathic manipulation training makes him a good match for patients dealing with musculoskeletal issues alongside primary care needs. Those who want longer, unhurried appointments and direct access to their physician will feel at home in his practice.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Knighton treats a broad range of conditions as a family medicine physician. His clinical focus includes cardiovascular disease, diabetes risk, obesity, metabolic disorders, inflammation, sleep disorders, and anxiety. He also applies osteopathic manipulation techniques for relevant musculoskeletal concerns.
Yes. Dr. Knighton holds board certification in family medicine through the American Osteopathic Board of Family Physicians. He also completed additional training in osteopathic manipulation beyond his residency requirements.
Dr. Knighton earned his Doctorate of Osteopathic Medicine from the University of North Texas in Fort Worth. He completed his internship at Central Maine Medical Center in Lewiston and his family practice residency at the University of New England in Biddeford, Maine.
S. Navy, reaching the rank of Lieutenant Commander. He served as an emergency room physician at Naval Hospital Guantanamo Bay and as a primary care physician at Brunswick Naval Air Station. He then worked in a hospital-based system before opening a private practice.
Dr. Knighton prioritizes preventive care and consistent, balanced lifestyle habits as the foundation of good health. He aims to partner with each patient in a relaxed, professional setting centered on respect, trust, and careful listening. He works to ensure patients never feel rushed during appointments.
Yes. Dr. Knighton holds additional training in osteopathic manipulation and incorporates it as appropriate within his family medicine practice. This technique can address musculoskeletal issues that arise alongside primary care needs.
Dr. Knighton uses the MDVIP Wellness Program Plus to conduct advanced screenings each year. These evaluations cover weight, metabolism, cardiovascular health, brain health, sleep, nutrition, and emotional well-being. The program also includes inflammation testing developed with Cleveland HeartLab for cardiovascular risk assessment.
Dr. Knighton maintains an affiliation with Central Maine Medical Center. This connection supports continuity of care when patients require hospital-level services beyond the scope of his Freeport office.
Doctor profile last updated June 6, 2026