About
Douglas Hilbert, MD, FACP earned his undergraduate degree in Chemistry and Biology from Chapman University, where he received the Provost Scholarship. He went on to Saba University School of Medicine before completing his Internal Medicine internship at the Cleveland Clinic Foundation. His residency training took place at William Beaumont Army Medical Center, where he earned the Commander's Award for Public Service.
Dr. Hilbert holds board certification in Internal Medicine and fellowship status in the American College of Physicians. He served as Clinical Assistant Professor of Medicine at the University of Texas Health Science Center San Antonio, earning the UTHSCSA Outstanding Teacher Award for Medical Students. His publication record includes a contribution to the New England Journal of Medicine in 2009. He is passionate about preventive care, chronic disease management, men's health, weight loss, bone health, and advanced diagnostics including DEXA scanning and EKGs. Outside the office, he coaches his children's wrestling club team. His son is a three-time Texas State Champion and All-American wrestler. His wife, a full Colonel and neurologist in the United States Air Force, is preparing to retire from military service. Dr. Hilbert also practices Jiu-Jitsu alongside his two children.
Education & Training
Undergraduate
Chapman University, B.S. Chemistry/Biology (Provost Scholarship recipient)
Medical School
Saba University School of Medicine
Residency
Internal Medicine, William Beaumont Army Medical Center (WBAMC), Department of Veteran Affairs
Fellowship
Internal Medicine Internship, Cleveland Clinic Foundation (noted as fellowship-trained throughout site)
Additional Training
Clinical Assistant Professor of Medicine, University of Texas Health Science Center San Antonio (UTHSCSA); UTHSCSA Outstanding Teacher Award for Medical Students; Founded Academic Hospitalist program at Brooke Army Medical Center (BAMC)
Certifications
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Hilbert right for?
Dr. Hilbert is a strong fit for adults managing chronic conditions such as hypertension, type 2 diabetes, metabolic syndrome, or osteoporosis. Patients seeking a physician-led approach to weight loss, nutrition, and preventive care will find his diagnostic depth especially useful. He also serves men navigating hormone imbalances, low testosterone, or prostate concerns. Anyone who wants unhurried, root-cause-focused care with direct physician access will feel at home in his practice.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Hilbert treats a broad range of adult medical conditions. These include hypertension, high cholesterol, type 2 diabetes, prediabetes, heart disease, osteoporosis, obesity, metabolic syndrome, insulin resistance, thyroid disorders, hormone imbalances, low testosterone, prostate conditions, anemia, autoimmune conditions, chronic inflammation, and nutrient deficiencies.
Yes. Dr. Hilbert holds board certification in Internal Medicine. He also holds fellowship status as a Fellow of the American College of Physicians, designated by the FACP credential.
Dr. Hilbert earned his medical degree from Saba University School of Medicine. He completed his Internal Medicine internship at the Cleveland Clinic Foundation and his residency at William Beaumont Army Medical Center, where he earned the Commander's Award for Public Service.
Dr. Hilbert focuses on root causes rather than symptoms alone. He uses evidence-based, individualized care and takes time during each visit to understand the full picture of a patient's health. He believes there is no one-size-fits-all approach in internal medicine.
Yes. Before opening his concierge practice, Dr. Hilbert built a distinguished career as an Academic Hospitalist. He founded the Academic Hospitalist program at Brooke Army Medical Center, the first program of its kind in the Department of Defense. He also guided other Army facilities in launching their own programs.
Dr. Hilbert performs EKGs, chest X-rays, and DEXA scans with trabecular bone scoring directly in the office. He also offers DEXA-based body composition analysis measuring visceral fat, lean muscle mass, and resting metabolic rate. A full lab panel of up to 62 tests rounds out the in-office diagnostic capabilities.
Yes. Dr. Hilbert integrates weight loss counseling and nutrition guidance into each patient's care plan. He also offers compound semaglutide for qualifying patients, including those with a BMI of 27 or higher with comorbidities, prediabetes, type 2 diabetes, or obesity.
Yes. Dr. Hilbert served as Clinical Assistant Professor of Medicine at the University of Texas Health Science Center San Antonio. He received the UTHSCSA Outstanding Teacher Award for Medical Students. He also published in the New England Journal of Medicine in 2009.
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Doctor profile last updated March 22, 2026