About
Robert T. Turner, MD, FACP is a board-certified internist who has practiced primary care in Richmond, Virginia for more than 30 years. He earned his Bachelor of Science in Biology from The College of William & Mary in 1980 and his Doctorate of Medicine from Eastern Virginia Medical School in 1984. He completed both his internship and residency in Internal Medicine at The George Washington University Medical Center in Washington, DC, finishing in 1987.
Dr. Turner holds dual board credentials as a Diplomate of the National Board of Medical Examiners and a Diplomate of the American Board of Internal Medicine. He also serves as a certified Aviation Medical Examiner, reflecting his long-standing interest in Aerospace Medicine. His clinical passions include preventive care, cardiovascular health, diabetes, and chronic disease management, along with Travel Medicine. He holds faculty appointments at Virginia Commonwealth University, Lockhaven University of Pennsylvania, and Old Dominion University, where he trains the next generation of physicians and residents. Richmond Magazine named him a Top Doc in 2006, 2010, 2011, and 2012. He is a Fellow of the American College of Physicians and a member of the Richmond Academy of Medicine and the Medical Society of Virginia. Dr. Turner is affiliated with Henrico Doctors' Hospital and sees patients across Henrico County and the surrounding region.
Education & Training
Undergraduate
The College of William & Mary, Williamsburg, VA, Bachelor of Science, Biology 1980
Medical School
Eastern Virginia Medical School, Norfolk, VA, Doctorate of Medicine 1984
Residency
Internal Medicine, The George Washington University Medical Center, Washington, DC, 1985-1987
Additional Training
Internship: Internal Medicine, The George Washington University Medical Center, Washington, DC, 1984-1985
Certifications
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Turner right for?
Dr. Turner is a strong fit for adults seeking a long-term primary care relationship grounded in preventive medicine. Patients managing cardiovascular disease, diabetes, hypertension, high cholesterol, or atrial fibrillation benefit from his deep clinical focus on these conditions. He works well with patients who want direct, consistent access to their physician rather than rotating providers. Adults who travel frequently or have aviation-related medical needs will also find his expertise in Travel Medicine and Aerospace Medicine valuable.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Turner focuses on cardiovascular disease, diabetes, hypertension, high cholesterol, atrial fibrillation, and chronic disease management. He brings particular depth to preventive care and helps patients address chronic conditions before they progress. He also provides care related to Travel Medicine and Aerospace Medicine.
Yes. Dr. Turner holds certification as a Diplomate of the American Board of Internal Medicine and a Diplomate of the National Board of Medical Examiners. He also holds credentials as a certified Aviation Medical Examiner.
Dr. Turner earned his medical degree from Eastern Virginia Medical School in 1984. He then completed both his internship and residency in Internal Medicine at The George Washington University Medical Center in Washington, DC, finishing his residency in 1987.
Dr. Turner has practiced primary care in the Richmond, Virginia area for more than 30 years. Many of his patients have been with him for decades, and some patient relationships span more than 30 years.
Yes. Dr. Turner serves as Associate Clinical Professor of Medicine at Virginia Commonwealth University, where he has mentored medical students and residents since 1995. He also holds faculty appointments at Lockhaven University of Pennsylvania and Old Dominion University.
Dr. Turner views his role as more than a clinician. He functions as a personal physician, counselor, educator, and consultant for his patients. His focus extends beyond treating illness to helping patients maximize their health span, meaning the number of healthier, disease-free years they experience.
Yes. Dr. Turner holds credentials as a certified Aviation Medical Examiner. This reflects his long-standing interest in Aerospace Medicine and his ability to address aviation-related health requirements.
Yes. Dr. Turner has cultivated strong relationships with specialists and hospitalists throughout his decades in the Richmond area. Through the MDVIP network, he can also connect patients with specialists at Medical Centers of Excellence for care beyond what is available locally.
Doctor profile last updated April 4, 2026