About
Charles E. Metzger Jr., MD is a board-certified internist with deep roots in academic and clinical medicine. He earned his Bachelor of Science with Honors in Biology from Loyola University of New Orleans in 1992, then completed his Doctorate of Medicine at UMDNJ-Robert Wood Johnson School of Medicine in 1996. He went on to complete both his internship and residency in Internal Medicine at Emory University School of Medicine in Atlanta, where his colleagues named him Resident Physician of the Year.
Dr. Metzger built an extensive leadership record in Boca Raton. He served as Chief of Medicine at Boca Raton Community Hospital from 2006 to 2009 and as Chief Medical Information Officer at Boca Raton Regional Hospital from 2010 to 2015. Since 2014, he has served as Clinical Affiliate Professor of General Internal Medicine at FAU Charles E. Schmidt College of Medicine. He also reviews admissions for FAU Schmidt College of Medicine. His clinical focus centers on chronic disease management, prevention, and personalized wellness planning. Outside medicine, Dr. Metzger competes in triathlons and marathons. He played basketball at Loyola University, serving as team captain from 1990 to 1992 and earning the Sportsman of the Year award in 1992.
Education & Training
Undergraduate
Loyola University of New Orleans, Bachelor of Science with Honors in Biology, 1992
Medical School
UMDNJ-Robert Wood Johnson School of Medicine at New Brunswick, Doctorate of Medicine, 1996
Residency
Emory University School of Medicine, Internal Medicine, 1997-1999
Additional Training
Internship: Emory University School of Medicine, Internal Medicine, 1996-1997; Clinical Affiliate Professor of General Internal Medicine, FAU Charles E. Schmidt College of Medicine, 2014-present
Certifications
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Metzger right for?
Dr. Metzger is a strong fit for adults who want a long-term relationship with a board-certified internist. Patients managing chronic conditions such as hypertension, diabetes, or cardiovascular disease benefit from his preventive focus. He suits patients who value direct physician access, including after-hours and weekend availability. Those looking for a thorough annual wellness assessment and personalized health planning will find his approach well matched to those goals.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Metzger specializes in internal medicine, with a clinical focus on chronic disease management, prevention, and personalized wellness planning. He is board-certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine and has practiced in Boca Raton for more than two decades.
Yes. Dr. Metzger holds board certification as a Diplomate of the American Board of Internal Medicine. He earned this credential following his residency training at Emory University School of Medicine.
Dr. Metzger earned his Doctorate of Medicine at UMDNJ-Robert Wood Johnson School of Medicine in 1996. He then completed both his internship and residency in Internal Medicine at Emory University School of Medicine in Atlanta. His colleagues at Emory named him Resident Physician of the Year.
Yes. Dr. Metzger served as Chief of Medicine at Boca Raton Community Hospital from 2006 to 2009. He then served as Chief Medical Information Officer at Boca Raton Regional Hospital from 2010 to 2015. He has also served as Clinical Affiliate Professor of General Internal Medicine at FAU Charles E. Schmidt College of Medicine since 2014.
Yes. Every appointment involves time with Dr. Metzger directly. The practice does not route patients through nurse practitioners or physician assistants for primary care visits.
Yes. Dr. Metzger makes himself available to members by phone after hours and on weekends. This direct access is a core feature of his concierge practice.
Dr. Metzger treats a broad range of adult health conditions, with particular focus on chronic disease management and prevention. Common conditions he manages include hypertension, diabetes, cardiovascular disease, and other chronic illnesses that benefit from ongoing, relationship-based care.
Yes. Since 2014, Dr. Metzger has served as Clinical Affiliate Professor of General Internal Medicine at FAU Charles E. Schmidt College of Medicine in Boca Raton. He also participates in the admissions review process for that institution.
Doctor profile last updated March 21, 2026
