About
Dr. Herb King leads Midlothian Family Practice with a clear conviction: prevention changes the course of health. He earned his Bachelor of Science in Biology, Magna Cum Laude, from Wake Forest University in 1996. He then completed his medical degree at Virginia Commonwealth University School of Medicine in 2000.
Dr. King pursued his internship and residency at Mayo Graduate School of Medicine in Scottsdale, Arizona. He served as Chief Resident during his Family Medicine residency, which concluded in 2003. He holds board certification as a Diplomate of the American Board of Family Medicine. Since 2005, he has served as an Assistant Clinical Professor in the Department of Family Medicine at Virginia Commonwealth University, where he also precepts first- and second-year medical students. , including two years as President from 2010 to 2012. He holds memberships in the American Academy of Family Physicians, the Virginia Academy of Family Physicians, the Medical Society of Virginia, and the Richmond Academy of Medicine. Outside the office, Dr. King enjoys biking, running, yardwork, and time with his family.
Education & Training
Undergraduate
Wake Forest University, B.S. Biology, Magna Cum Laude, 1996
Medical School
Virginia Commonwealth University School of Medicine, Doctorate of Medicine, 2000
Residency
Family Medicine, Mayo Graduate School of Medicine, Scottsdale, AZ, 2001-2003 (Chief Resident)
Additional Training
Internship, Mayo Graduate School of Medicine, Scottsdale, AZ, 2000-2001
Certifications
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. King right for?
Dr. King is a strong fit for adults who want a prevention-first approach to primary care. Patients managing type 2 diabetes, high cholesterol, or hypertension benefit from his focus on chronic disease control. He works well with patients who value a dedicated physician rather than rotating providers. His Mayo Clinic training makes him particularly effective with patients who want comprehensive diagnostic evaluations. Those who want same- or next-day access and direct 24/7 physician contact will find his practice well-suited to those needs.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. King uses advanced testing to identify each patient's health risks early. He then builds a personalized preventive plan to address those risks directly. His philosophy is that proactive planning can change the future course of a patient's health. He pairs this approach with the comprehensive diagnostic training he received at Mayo Clinic.
Dr. King specializes in family and preventive medicine. He has particular focus on managing chronic conditions including type 2 diabetes, high cholesterol, and hypertension. He works with patients to achieve better control of these conditions through individualized care plans.
Dr. King earned his medical degree from Virginia Commonwealth University School of Medicine in 2000. He completed both his internship and Family Medicine residency at Mayo Graduate School of Medicine in Scottsdale, Arizona. He served as Chief Resident during his residency, which he completed in 2003.
Yes. Dr. King holds board certification as a Diplomate of the American Board of Family Medicine. This certification reflects his training and ongoing commitment to the standards of family medicine practice.
Yes. Dr. King has served as an Assistant Clinical Professor in the Department of Family Medicine at Virginia Commonwealth University since 2005. He also precepts first- and second-year medical students, bringing his clinical experience directly into medical education.
Yes. Dr. King makes himself available by phone after hours and on weekends for urgent matters. This 24/7 access is a core part of his MDVIP-affiliated practice model.
Dr. King holds an affiliation with Chippenham and Johnston-Willis Medical Center. This connection supports patients who need hospital-level care.
Yes. When you visit the office, you see Dr. King directly. The practice does not route patients to nurse practitioners or physician assistants for visits.
Doctor profile last updated April 11, 2026