About
Dr. Randy Kinnard is a board-certified internist practicing in Beaufort, South Carolina through the MDVIP network. He earned his Bachelor of Science in Molecular Biology and Physiology from Marshall University in Huntington, West Virginia in 2004. He completed his medical degree at Marshall University School of Medicine in 2009, followed by an internship and internal medicine residency at the same institution. He served as Assistant Professor of Medicine at Marshall University Internal Medicine from 2013 to 2014 and as Co-Director, Hospitalist at Saint Mary's Medical Center from 2019 to 2020. Before pursuing medicine, Dr. Kinnard served honorably in the United States Marine Corps from 1988 to 1993.
Dr. Kinnard has published more than six peer-reviewed papers in journals including Biogerontology, Experimental Gerontology, and Mechanisms of Ageing and Development, focusing on aging-related muscle and vascular research. His clinical interests center on disease prevention and treatment, hormone optimization, and longevity-focused approaches including fasting and therapeutic exercise. He believes every patient deserves a physician partner with both the knowledge and the time to build a personalized healthcare plan. When he is not seeing patients, he enjoys fishing, photography, and performance cars.
Education & Training
Undergraduate
Marshall University, Huntington, WV, Bachelor of Science, Molecular Biology and Physiology 2004
Medical School
Marshall University School of Medicine, Huntington, WV, Doctorate of Medicine 2009
Residency
Internal Medicine, Marshall University School of Medicine, Huntington, WV, 2010-2012
Additional Training
Internship: Marshall University School of Medicine, Huntington, WV, 2009-2010; Assistant Professor of Medicine, Marshall University Internal Medicine 2013-2014
Certifications
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Kinnard right for?
Dr. Kinnard is a strong fit for adults seeking a proactive, relationship-driven approach to internal medicine. Patients managing chronic conditions such as type 2 diabetes, hypertension, high cholesterol, or hormone imbalance benefit from his clinical focus. He works well with patients interested in longevity strategies, including nutrition, fasting, and exercise. Those who want direct access to their physician and a personalized wellness plan will find his practice well-suited to those goals.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Kinnard treats a broad range of internal medicine conditions. His primary focus areas include diabetes, hypertension, high cholesterol, and hormone imbalance. He also emphasizes disease prevention and works with patients on long-term health strategies.
Yes. Dr. Kinnard holds board certification from the American Board of Internal Medicine. He completed his internal medicine residency at Marshall University School of Medicine in Huntington, West Virginia.
Dr. Kinnard treats every patient as a partner in their own health. He takes time to understand individual goals and builds a personalized healthcare plan for each member. He believes current guidelines are a starting point, not always the final answer, and stays current on evolving treatments.
Yes. Dr. Kinnard co-authored more than six peer-reviewed publications in journals focused on biogerontology and aging science. His research examined muscle and vascular changes associated with aging. This background informs his clinical interest in longevity-focused care, including exercise and dietary approaches such as fasting.
Yes. Every office visit is with Dr. Kinnard directly. The practice does not route patients to nurse practitioners or physician assistants.
Yes. Dr. Kinnard provides 24/7 phone access to his members. Patients can reach him after hours and on weekends for urgent concerns.
Dr. Kinnard focuses on hormone optimization as part of his internal medicine practice. He evaluates and treats hormone imbalance as a component of overall health and longevity. This complements his interest in preventive care and metabolic health.
Dr. Kinnard completed all of his medical training at Marshall University in Huntington, West Virginia. He earned his undergraduate degree in Molecular Biology and Physiology in 2004, his medical degree in 2009, and finished his internal medicine residency in 2012. He later taught as an Assistant Professor of Medicine at Marshall University.
Yes. Dr. Kinnard served in the United States Marine Corps from 1988 to 1993 and received an honorable discharge.
Doctor profile last updated April 4, 2026