About
Dr. Kevin Holthaus earned his Bachelor of Arts in Chemistry and Biology from Northland College in Ashland, Wisconsin in 1976. He completed post-baccalaureate studies at Saginaw Valley State College before earning his Doctorate of Medicine from Michigan State University College of Human Medicine in 1982. He then trained at University of Florida Health in Jacksonville, completing both his internship and an Internal Medicine residency by 1985. He holds board certification as a Diplomate of the American Board of Internal Medicine.
Dr. Holthaus has practiced as a general internist in private practice for many years. His experience as a high school and college athlete gave him a lasting commitment to wellness, prevention, and physical fitness. His clinical background spans aviation medicine, occupational medicine, infection control, public health, disaster medicine, and bioenvironmental medicine. He serves as a Clinical Instructor in the Physician Assistant Program at Nova Southeastern University and acts as a team physician for the Jacksonville Sports Medicine Program. He affiliates with Baptist Medical Center Beaches and St. Luke's Hospital. He believes that understanding every dimension of a patient's life leads to more effective and personalized solutions.
Education & Training
Undergraduate
Northland College, Ashland, WI — B.A. Chemistry and Biology (1976); Saginaw Valley State College, University Center, MI — Post-Baccalaureate (1978)
Medical School
Michigan State University College of Human Medicine, East Lansing, MI
Residency
Internal Medicine, University of Florida Health, Jacksonville, FL (1983-1985)
Additional Training
Internship: University of Florida Health, Jacksonville, FL (1982-1983)
Certifications
Who is Dr. Holthaus right for?
Dr. Holthaus suits adults seeking a primary care physician with a broad clinical background and a prevention-first mindset. Patients with complex or chronic conditions benefit from his multisystem approach to disease. Pilots and aviation professionals will find his aviation medicine expertise especially relevant. Active adults or those working to improve fitness, nutrition, and lifestyle habits align well with his personal philosophy. Patients who want thorough explanations and collaborative care planning will feel at home in his practice.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Holthaus focuses on internal medicine for adults, with particular depth in preventive care, chronic disease management, and wellness. His clinical background also covers aviation medicine, occupational medicine, infection control, public health, disaster medicine, and bioenvironmental medicine. He takes a multisystem view of disease and tailors treatment plans to each patient's full circumstances.
Yes. Dr. Holthaus holds certification as a Diplomate of the American Board of Internal Medicine. He earned his medical degree from Michigan State University College of Human Medicine and completed his Internal Medicine residency at University of Florida Health in Jacksonville.
Dr. Holthaus takes time to fully understand every aspect of a patient's concerns before building a care plan. He incorporates nutrition, lifestyle adjustments, and physical activity into his guidance. His goal is to catch potential problems early and treat them with a multisystem perspective rather than focusing on symptoms alone.
Yes. Aviation medicine is one of Dr. Holthaus's key clinical interests, and he has served as an Aviation Medical Examiner. Patients who hold pilot certifications or work in aviation will find his expertise directly relevant to their health needs.
Dr. Holthaus competed as an athlete in both high school and college. That experience shaped a career-long focus on healthy living, physical fitness, and prevention. He often guides patients on physical activity, nutrition, and tools like activity trackers to support long-term wellness goals.
Dr. Holthaus earned his medical degree from Michigan State University College of Human Medicine in 1982. He completed his internship and Internal Medicine residency at University of Florida Health in Jacksonville between 1982 and 1985.
Yes. Dr. Holthaus draws on training in bioenvironmental medicine and occupational medicine to address environmental health concerns. He may offer practical guidance on topics like insect-proof clothing, activity trackers, and avoiding environmentally associated illnesses.
Dr. Holthaus holds affiliations with Baptist Medical Center Beaches and St. Luke's Hospital, both serving the Jacksonville, Florida area.
Yes. Dr. Holthaus serves as a Clinical Instructor in the Physician Assistant Program at Nova Southeastern University. He also acts as a team physician for the Jacksonville Sports Medicine Program at Fletcher High School and Sandalwood High School.
Doctor profile last updated June 6, 2026