About
James R. D. completed his undergraduate degree at Southern Methodist University in 1991 and earned his medical degree from the University of Texas Southwestern in 1995. He completed his internship and residency in Internal Medicine at Parkland Hospital and achieved board certification in 1998. He launched his career as an acute care hospital specialist at Presbyterian Hospital of Dallas, where he also held a teaching role in the Department of Internal Medicine.
Dr. Ampil later shifted his focus to preventive medicine. He spent time at the Cooper Clinic in Dallas, then joined the Wade-Huebner Clinic in 2009. A 2012 merger brought him to the Baylor MedProvider group. In the fall of 2015, he joined E. Barrow Medical Group. Outside the office, Dr. Ampil spends time with family and friends, serves at his church, and works on his pickleball game.
Education & Training
Undergraduate
Southern Methodist University, Dallas (1991)
Medical School
University of Texas Southwestern (1995)
Residency
Internship and Residency in Internal Medicine, Parkland Hospital
Certifications
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Ampil right for?
Dr. Ampil is well suited for adults who want a physician with deep roots in both hospital medicine and preventive care. Patients managing chronic conditions benefit from his breadth of internal medicine experience. His background at the Cooper Clinic makes him a strong fit for those focused on long-term wellness and early detection. Adults who value a physician with strong community ties and a genuine personal investment in their health will find Dr. Ampil a natural match.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Ampil holds board certification in internal medicine, which he earned in 1998. He completed his residency training at Parkland Hospital and has built his career around both acute and preventive care.
Dr. Ampil earned his medical degree from the University of Texas Southwestern in 1995. He completed his internship and residency in internal medicine at Parkland Hospital in Dallas.
Dr. Ampil focuses on internal medicine and preventive medicine. He treats a wide range of adult conditions and emphasizes early detection and long-term wellness planning for his patients.
Dr. Ampil began his career as an acute care hospital specialist at Presbyterian Hospital of Dallas, where he also taught in the Department of Internal Medicine. He later spent time at the Cooper Clinic and the Wade-Huebner Clinic before joining E. Barrow Medical Group in 2015.
Yes, Dr. Ampil has dedicated a significant portion of his career to preventive medicine. He spent time at the Cooper Clinic in Dallas, one of the country's most recognized preventive medicine centers, before joining E. Barrow Medical Group.
Dr. Ampil combines his background in acute hospital medicine with a strong focus on prevention and early detection. He takes a thorough, individualized approach to each patient's health, informed by years of both teaching and clinical practice.
Doctor profile last updated March 21, 2026