About
, FACP, earned his undergraduate degree as an Echols Scholar at the University of Virginia in 1989, then completed his medical degree there in 1993. He trained at the University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics, finishing his internship in 1994 and his residency in Internal Medicine in 1996. The American Board of Internal Medicine certifies Dr. Lisner, and he holds fellowship in the American College of Physicians.
A Hampton Roads native and honor graduate of Kempsville High School, Dr. Lisner has cared for community and business leaders across more than two decades of practice. His clinical interests include preventive health, cardiovascular disease, pulmonary medicine, diabetes, and rheumatology. Professional associations including the American College of Physicians, the American Medical Association, and the Norfolk Academy of Medicine count him as a member. Panels such as America's Top Physicians and Best Doctors in America have repeatedly recognized his work. Outside of medicine, Dr. Lisner coaches children's sports teams, fly-fishes, and tends to tropical fish aquariums. He and his wife Dr. Diana Lisner, a Virginia Beach pediatrician, have four children: Samuel and triplets Rachel, Anna, and Sarah.
Education & Training
Undergraduate
University of Virginia, B.A. (Echols Scholar), 1989
Medical School
University of Virginia School of Medicine, 1993
Residency
Internal Medicine, University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics, completed 1996
Additional Training
Internship in Internal Medicine, University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics, completed 1994
Certifications
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Lisner right for?
Dr. Lisner is well suited for adults managing cardiovascular disease, pulmonary conditions, diabetes, or rheumatologic concerns. Patients who prioritize preventive health and want a physician with deep roots in the Hampton Roads community find his approach a natural fit. His two decades of experience make him a strong choice for those seeking a seasoned internist with broad subspecialty interests.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Lisner focuses on cardiovascular disease, pulmonary disease, diabetes, and rheumatologic conditions. He also brings strong expertise in preventive health and medical technology. His background in cardiology and pulmonology allows him to manage complex chronic conditions alongside routine primary care.
Yes. The American Board of Internal Medicine certifies Dr. Lisner. He also holds fellowship in the American College of Physicians, a distinction earned through peer election.
D. at the University of Virginia. He completed his internship and residency in Internal Medicine at the University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics, finishing in 1996.
Yes. Panels including America's Top Physicians, Best Doctors in America, and Hampton Roads Top Docs have repeatedly selected Dr. Lisner. He also appears in Who's Who in Executives and Professionals and Who's Who in Finance and Industry.
Dr. Lisner has a long history of caring for community and business leaders in Hampton Roads. He works well with adults managing chronic conditions who want a seasoned internist with subspecialty depth in cardiology, pulmonology, and rheumatology.
Dr. Lisner holds active membership in the American College of Physicians, the American Medical Association, and the Norfolk Academy of Medicine.
Doctor profile last updated June 9, 2026