About
Douglas Hilbert, MD, FACP, earned his Bachelor of Science in Chemistry and Biology from Chapman University on a Provost Scholarship before completing his medical education at Saba University School of Medicine. He trained in internal medicine through an internship at the Cleveland Clinic Foundation, then completed his residency at William Beaumont Army Medical Center within the Department of Veterans Affairs. He holds board certification in internal medicine and the Fellow of the American College of Physicians (FACP) designation, reserved for physicians recognized by their peers for exceptional achievement.
Before entering private practice, Dr. Hilbert built a distinguished career as an Academic Hospitalist and physician leader. He founded the first Academic Hospitalist program in the Department of Defense at Brooke Army Medical Center and helped guide multiple Army facilities in launching their own programs. He also served as Chairperson and Founding Member of the Hospitalist Committee for the Army Chapter of the American College of Physicians, and as a founding member of the Army Council of Young Physicians. He holds a Clinical Assistant Professor appointment at UTHSCSA and received the UTHSCSA Outstanding Teacher Award for Medical Students. Dr. Hilbert practices traditional internal medicine guided by evidence-based best practices, building each therapeutic plan around the individual patient.
Education & Training
Undergraduate
Chapman University, B.S. Chemistry/Biology (Provost Scholarship)
Medical School
Saba University School of Medicine
Residency
Internal Medicine, William Beaumont Army Medical Center (WBAMC), Department of Veterans Affairs
Additional Training
Internship in Internal Medicine at Cleveland Clinic Foundation; Clinical Assistant Professor of Medicine at UTHSCSA
Certifications
Who is Dr. Hilbert right for?
Dr. Hilbert suits adults who want evidence-based internal medicine from a physician with extensive academic and hospital leadership experience. Patients managing complex conditions benefit from his background as a hospitalist and his commitment to individualized care plans. He works well with patients who value a cooperative, trust-based relationship with their physician. Those who prefer a physician who applies rigorous best practices will find his approach well-aligned with their expectations.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Hilbert practices traditional internal medicine guided by evidence-based best practices. He tailors each care plan to the individual patient and builds the physician-patient relationship on trust and mutual respect.
Yes. Dr. Hilbert holds board certification in internal medicine. He also holds the Fellow of the American College of Physicians (FACP) designation, which peers award to physicians for achievements beyond standard clinical practice.
S. military. He founded the first Academic Hospitalist program in the Department of Defense at Brooke Army Medical Center and helped other Army facilities develop similar programs.
Dr. Hilbert completed an internal medicine internship at the Cleveland Clinic Foundation and his residency at William Beaumont Army Medical Center within the Department of Veterans Affairs. He earned his medical degree from Saba University School of Medicine.
Yes. Dr. Hilbert holds a Clinical Assistant Professor of Medicine appointment at UTHSCSA. He received the UTHSCSA Outstanding Teacher Award for Medical Students.
Dr. Hilbert sees adult patients across the spectrum of internal medicine. He focuses on building long-term, cooperative relationships and tailors care plans to each patient's specific health needs and goals.
Doctor profile last updated June 11, 2026