About
Dr. James Boyed is a Tucson native who has built his entire medical career in the community where he grew up. He earned his Bachelor of Science in Biology from the University of San Francisco in 1977. He then completed his Doctorate of Medicine at Loyola University, Stritch School of Medicine in Maywood, Illinois in 1981. His residency training in Family Medicine took place at the University of Arizona School of Medicine, where he served as Chief Resident from 1982 to 1983.
Dr. Boyed holds board certifications as a Diplomate of the American Board of Family Medicine, the American Board of Family Medicine in Geriatric Medicine, and through Cenegenics. He is a Fellow of the American Academy of Family Physicians and a member of the Academy of Preventative and Innovative Medicine-WorldLink Medicine. He also belongs to the Age Management Medicine Education Foundation and Age Management Medicine Group. He served as a Preceptor at the Arizona Health and Science Center from 2013 to 2016. America's Top Doctors recognized him in 2003, 2004, 2005, and 2017. He sees patients in English and Spanish. His clinical focus spans family medicine, geriatric care, functional medicine, nutrition, and age management medicine.
Education & Training
Undergraduate
University of San Francisco, San Francisco, CA — Bachelor of Science, Biology, 1977
Medical School
Loyola University, Stritch School of Medicine, Maywood, IL — Doctorate of Medicine, 1981
Residency
Family Medicine, University of Arizona School of Medicine, Department of Family Medicine, Tucson, AZ, 1981-1983; Chief Resident 1982-1983
Additional Training
Cenegenics certification; Age Management Medicine Education Foundation & Age Management Medicine Group membership
Certifications
Languages
English, Spanish
Who is Dr. Boyed right for?
Dr. Boyed is a strong fit for adults who want a physician focused on prevention, wellness, and long-term health management. Older adults and those navigating age-related conditions benefit from his geriatric medicine expertise. Patients with complex or chronic health concerns find value in his functional medicine and nutrition approach. He treats the whole person, accounting for genetics, lifestyle, and environment. Spanish-speaking patients also find a welcoming and fully communicative provider in Dr. Boyed.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Boyed specializes in family medicine, geriatric medicine, preventive medicine, and functional medicine. He also incorporates nutrition into his care plans. His focus includes chronic disease management, age-related health concerns, and proactive wellness. He addresses each patient's unique genetics, lifestyle, and environmental factors.
Yes, Dr. Boyed holds board certifications as a Diplomate of the American Board of Family Medicine and the American Board of Family Medicine in Geriatric Medicine. He also holds Cenegenics certification in age management medicine.
Dr. Boyed earned his medical degree from Loyola University, Stritch School of Medicine in Maywood, Illinois. He completed his Family Medicine residency at the University of Arizona School of Medicine in Tucson, where he served as Chief Resident from 1982 to 1983.
Dr. Boyed builds his practice on the doctor-patient relationship. He combines traditional medicine, functional medicine, and nutrition using current evidence-based methods. His goal extends beyond treating disease to building positive vitality in each patient. He tailors every care plan to the individual.
Yes, Dr. Boyed sees patients in both English and Spanish.
Yes, America's Top Doctors recognized Dr. Boyed in 2003, 2004, 2005, and 2017. He also received the Patient's Choice award in 2008. He holds Fellow status with the American Academy of Family Physicians, an honor he has maintained since 2011.
Yes, Dr. Boyed served as a Preceptor at the Arizona Health and Science Center from 2013 to 2016. In that role, he helped train the next generation of medical professionals in Tucson.
Dr. Boyed is a Fellow of the American Academy of Family Physicians. He also belongs to the Academy of Preventative and Innovative Medicine-WorldLink Medicine and the Age Management Medicine Education Foundation and Age Management Medicine Group.
Doctor profile last updated June 6, 2026