Dr. David SkinnerMD, PhD, MBA, FMHC
Internal Medicine
at Dr. Skinner's Concierge Medicine — Tucson, AZ
About
Dr. David P. Skinner, MD, PhD, MBA, FMHC, is a board-trained internist with a functional and integrative approach to patient care. He earned his undergraduate science degree and a traditional MBA at Arizona State University. He went on to complete both his MD and PhD at the University of Arizona, then gained clinical experience at local hospitals across Arizona.
An Arizona native, Dr. Skinner built his career on the belief that good medicine addresses the whole person. Early in his career, he founded Southern Arizona Urgent Care, growing it into a network of over sixty thousand patients annually before selling the platform. He then founded Immediate Care Arizona and later launched his Concierge Medicine practice as an extension of that vision. His clinical passions include chronic disease management, lifestyle modification, medication reduction, and preventive care. As a husband and father, he understands the real-world demands patients balance alongside their health. He works closely with each patient to build care plans that fit their life, not just their chart.
Education & Training
Undergraduate
Arizona State University, degree in science and MBA
Medical School
University of Arizona (MD and PhD)
Additional Training
Traditional MBA from Arizona State University; FMHC credential
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Skinner right for?
Dr. Skinner is a strong fit for adults seeking a long-term partner in managing their overall health. Patients dealing with chronic conditions like diabetes, hypertension, or heart disease benefit from his proactive, root-cause approach. He works especially well with patients who want to reduce or eliminate medications through lifestyle changes. Those who value direct physician access and unhurried appointments will find his practice model well-suited to their needs.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Skinner treats a broad range of conditions, with particular focus on chronic disease management, preventive health, and lifestyle-related concerns. He addresses diabetes, hypertension, heart disease, and asthma, among others. He also supports patients with digestive disorders, sleep issues, stress-related conditions, and hormonal imbalances.
Dr. Skinner takes a functional, integrative, and holistic approach to medicine. He believes health encompasses mind, body, and spirit, not just the absence of illness. He works with each patient to co-create a personalized care plan aligned with their lifestyle and goals.
Dr. Skinner holds an MD and PhD from the University of Arizona, along with an MBA from Arizona State University and the FMHC credential. He trained at local Arizona hospitals and built extensive clinical experience through founding and operating large urgent care networks.
Yes. Dr. Skinner makes himself available to members 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Patients can contact him directly by phone, email, or text. This level of access is a core feature of the concierge model he practices.
Dr. Skinner places strong emphasis on prevention and proactive wellness. He conducts comprehensive evaluations and builds care plans designed to catch and address health risks early. His goals include helping patients avoid illness, reduce medications, and optimize long-term well-being.
Through Immediate Care Arizona, Dr. Skinner offers add-on services including microbiome mapping, DUTCH testing, allergy testing, minor procedures, customized IV therapy, and hyperbaric oxygen therapy with bespoke treatment plans. These services carry an additional cost beyond the annual membership fee.
Yes, medication reduction is one of Dr. Skinner's stated clinical goals. He uses lifestyle modification, advanced diagnostics, and functional medicine strategies to help patients decrease or eliminate medications where appropriate. He works collaboratively with each patient to determine the right path forward.
Dr. Skinner holds both an MD and a PhD from the University of Arizona, as well as a functional medicine health coach credential. He also founded and scaled Southern Arizona Urgent Care to over sixty thousand patients annually. That operational and clinical depth shapes how he approaches complex, individualized care.
Doctor profile last updated June 8, 2026