About
Dr. Nicole Knight earned her undergraduate degree in Electrical Engineering from Stanford University before pursuing medicine. She completed her medical degree at Temple University School of Medicine, where her academic excellence earned her membership in the Alpha Omega Alpha National Medical Honor Society. Her Internal Medicine residency at Atrium Health selected her as chief resident.
Dr. Knight holds board certification from the American Board of Internal Medicine and carries board certification in Obesity Medicine as well. She is a certified practitioner through the Institute of Functional Medicine and a graduate of the Institute for Integrative Medicine. With over ten years of practice in Charlotte, she brings internal medicine, functional medicine, and weight management together under one roof. She is passionate about treating the whole patient. Listening, empathy, and evidence-based medicine guide every visit she conducts.
Education & Training
Undergraduate
Stanford University, B.S. Electrical Engineering
Medical School
Temple University School of Medicine
Residency
Internal Medicine, Atrium Health (served as chief resident)
Additional Training
Alpha Omega Alpha National Medical Honor Society; Institute for Integrative Medicine; Institute of Functional Medicine
Certifications
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Knight right for?
Dr. Knight is a strong fit for adults 18 and older who want a physician who listens and builds a personalized plan. Patients managing complex or chronic medical conditions benefit from her internal medicine depth. Those struggling with weight find her obesity medicine certification and structured weight management programs especially useful. Adults curious about root-cause approaches to health will connect with her functional medicine training. She suits patients who want direct access to their physician without insurance-driven limitations.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Knight specializes in the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of adult diseases. She manages complex medical conditions, obesity, and a wide range of chronic health concerns. Her functional medicine training also allows her to address root causes of illness, including lifestyle and environmental factors.
Yes. Dr. Knight holds board certification from the American Board of Internal Medicine. She also carries board certification in Obesity Medicine. Additionally, she is a certified practitioner through the Institute of Functional Medicine and a graduate of the Institute for Integrative Medicine.
Dr. Knight earned her medical degree from Temple University School of Medicine. She completed her Internal Medicine residency at Atrium Health in Charlotte, where she served as chief resident. Before medical school, she earned a Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering from Stanford University.
Yes. Dr. Knight integrates functional medicine into her practice. She focuses on identifying and addressing the root causes of illness, with attention to lifestyle and environmental factors. This approach complements her internal medicine foundation.
Dr. Knight creates personalized weight management plans for each patient. Her approach includes dietary guidance, physical activity recommendations, and behavioral counseling. She also holds board certification in Obesity Medicine, which supports her ability to recommend medical interventions when appropriate.
Yes. Members reach Dr. Knight directly by phone, video, or in-person visit during regular office hours. The practice charges no copays for communication, including texts and emails. This direct access is a core part of how Dr. Knight works with her patients.
Dr. Knight combines internal medicine, functional medicine, and obesity medicine training in a single practice. She spends extended time with each patient, listens carefully, and builds individualized care plans. She grounds every decision in evidence-based medicine while keeping empathy and compassion central to each visit.
Dr. Knight has practiced in Charlotte for over ten years. During that time, she has built her practice around direct, relationship-driven care for adults. Her decade of local experience gives her strong familiarity with the healthcare landscape in the Charlotte area.
Doctor profile last updated March 29, 2026