About
Dr. Leo V. Warshauer earned his Bachelor of Arts in Biology from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. He then completed his Doctorate of Medicine at Bowman Gray School of Medicine in Winston-Salem in 1986. His internship and internal medicine residency both took place at Carney Hospital in Boston, where he trained from 1986 to 1989.
Dr. Warshauer opened his Wilmington practice roughly 30 years ago and has spent each year deepening his focus on preventive care. He carries broad clinical experience managing chronic conditions including diabetes, cardiac disease, COPD, cancer, and infectious diseases. Much of his career centers on the aging population, and he takes a proactive approach to helping patients navigate the health challenges that come with time. He holds a long-standing appointment to the Executive Committee of the Coastal Physicians Alliance. Outside medicine, Dr. Warshauer stays active through bicycling, surfing, sailing, and community advocacy.
Education & Training
Undergraduate
University of Chapel Hill, Chapel Hill, NC, Bachelor of Arts, Biology
Medical School
Bowman Gray School of Medicine, Winston Salem, NC
Residency
Internal Medicine, Carney Hospital, Boston, MA (1987-1989)
Additional Training
Internship: Carney Hospital, Boston, MA (1986-1987)
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Warshauer right for?
Dr. Warshauer is a strong fit for adults who want a long-term relationship with a physician who listens carefully. Patients managing chronic conditions like diabetes, heart disease, or COPD benefit from his depth of experience. He is especially well-suited to adults in their middle and later years who want proactive, prevention-focused care. Patients who value honest, unhurried conversations with their doctor will feel at home in his practice.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Warshauer has extensive experience managing chronic illnesses including diabetes, cardiac disease, COPD, cancer, and infectious diseases. He takes a proactive approach, working with patients to address health challenges early rather than reacting to symptoms as they arise. He also focuses on preventive care and overall wellness for adult patients.
Dr. Warshauer centers his practice on listening and building genuine partnerships with patients. He spends time learning each patient's unique health history and tailoring a care plan accordingly. He believes that good medicine requires patience and kindness alongside clinical knowledge, and his staff reflects that same philosophy.
Dr. Warshauer has practiced in Wilmington for approximately 30 years. He built his practice in the community and has maintained a consistent focus on relationship-driven internal medicine throughout his career.
Dr. Warshauer earned his medical degree from Bowman Gray School of Medicine in Winston-Salem, NC in 1986. He completed both his internship and his internal medicine residency at Carney Hospital in Boston between 1986 and 1989.
Dr. Warshauer has devoted much of his career to the care of a maturing and aging population. He helps patients understand their options as they age and takes a proactive stance toward managing the health changes that come with time. He believes aging can be approached with grace through careful planning and honest guidance.
Yes. Dr. Warshauer holds an affiliation with New Hanover Regional Medical Center in Wilmington. He also maintains relationships with specialists to extend the resources available to his patients when needed.
Dr. Warshauer uses expanded diagnostic testing to take a thorough look at each patient's physical well-being. This goes beyond standard screenings to give a more detailed picture of health risks and help craft a forward-looking care plan. The MDVIP Wellness Program supports this comprehensive approach.
Yes. Dr. Warshauer makes himself available to patients by phone after hours and on weekends for urgent matters. Members can reach him directly rather than going through an after-hours service.
Doctor profile last updated June 8, 2026