About
Dr. Ron Phillips is a Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine and board-certified internist practicing concierge medicine in Greenville, SC. He earned his Bachelor of Science in Pre-Med/Chemistry and Business Systems from Taylor University in Upland, Indiana in 1985. He then completed his medical degree at New York College of Osteopathic Medicine in 1989. His post-graduate training included an osteopathic internship at the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey, Union Hospital, followed by an allopathic internal medicine residency at Columbia Presbyterian College of Physicians and Surgeons in New York.
Dr. Phillips holds board certification from the American Board of Internal Medicine. He maintains hospital affiliation at Greenville Memorial Hospital and holds licensure in both South Carolina and New Jersey. He belongs to the South Carolina Medical Society, the American College of Physicians, and the Christian Medical and Dental Society. He is passionate about getting to the root of each patient's health concerns. His goal is to anticipate needs, not just react to them, working alongside patients on a personal level to support lasting wellness.
Education & Training
Undergraduate
Taylor University, Upland, IN — Bachelor of Science, Pre-Med/Chemistry, Business Systems, 1985
Medical School
New York College of Osteopathic Medicine, Old Westbury, NY — Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine, 1989
Residency
Allopathic Internal Medicine, Columbia Presbyterian College of Physicians and Surgeons, New York, NY, 1990-1993
Additional Training
Osteopathic Internship, University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey, Union Hospital, Union, NJ, 1989-1990
Certifications
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Phillips right for?
Dr. Phillips is a strong fit for adults seeking a physician who listens carefully and digs into the underlying causes of health concerns. Patients managing chronic conditions such as type 2 diabetes, high cholesterol, or hypertension benefit from his proactive, relationship-driven approach. Those who want direct access to their doctor, including evenings and weekends, will find his availability reassuring. Patients who value comprehensive annual screenings and a personalized wellness plan will feel at home in his practice.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Phillips focuses on internal medicine and manages chronic conditions including type 2 diabetes, high cholesterol, and hypertension. He also delivers preventive care through the MDVIP Wellness Program, which includes comprehensive screenings and a custom wellness plan tailored to each patient.
Yes. Dr. Phillips holds certification from the American Board of Internal Medicine. He completed his internal medicine residency at Columbia Presbyterian College of Physicians and Surgeons in New York.
Dr. Phillips earned his medical degree from New York College of Osteopathic Medicine. He completed an osteopathic internship at the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey, Union Hospital, then finished an allopathic internal medicine residency at Columbia Presbyterian College of Physicians and Surgeons.
Yes. Dr. Phillips is reachable by phone after hours and on weekends. This direct access is one of the core benefits of membership in his MDVIP-affiliated practice.
Yes. Dr. Phillips sees every patient personally. Members never see a nurse practitioner or physician assistant in his place.
Dr. Phillips aims to anticipate each patient's health needs, not just respond to them. He works closely with patients to understand their individual goals and build a clear path toward lasting wellness. Patients and long-term members consistently describe him as thorough, attentive, and willing to investigate until he finds the root cause of a problem.
Dr. Phillips holds affiliation with Greenville Memorial Hospital in Greenville, SC. This affiliation supports continuity of care when patients need hospital-level treatment.
Yes. If a member needs urgent care while traveling, Dr. Phillips helps coordinate with a local hospital, pharmacy, or physician. This travel benefit is part of MDVIP membership.
Doctor profile last updated April 4, 2026