About
Dr. Stephen Minton is a board-certified internist practicing concierge internal medicine in Alexandria, Virginia. He earned his Bachelor of Arts in Chemistry from the University of Virginia in 1983 and his Doctorate of Medicine from the University of Virginia School of Medicine in 1988. He then completed both his internship and residency in internal medicine at the University of California, Davis Medical Center, finishing in 1991.
Dr. Minton holds membership in the American College of Physicians and the American Medical Association. In 2009, he co-founded Alexandria Clinical Research, LLC, where he continues to serve as Principal Investigator and Founding Partner. Washingtonian Magazine recognized him as a Top Doctor in both 2008 and 2014. He approaches each patient relationship as a genuine partnership. He takes time to teach patients about their own health in clear, accessible terms, a practice he believes leads to better outcomes. His clinical focus includes managing type 2 diabetes, high cholesterol, and hypertension. Patients reach him by phone 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
Education & Training
Undergraduate
University of Virginia, Bachelor of Arts, Chemistry, 1983
Medical School
University of Virginia, Doctorate of Medicine, 1988
Residency
Internal Medicine, University of California, Davis Medical Center, 1989-1991
Additional Training
Internship: Internal Medicine, University of California, Davis Medical Center, 1988-1989; Principal Investigator and Founding Partner, Alexandria Clinical Research, LLC (2009-present)
Certifications
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Minton right for?
Dr. Minton is a strong fit for adults seeking a deeply engaged internist who prioritizes prevention and chronic disease management. Patients managing type 2 diabetes, high cholesterol, or hypertension benefit directly from his clinical focus. He works well with patients who value direct physician access and unhurried appointments. Those who travel frequently also benefit from his ability to coordinate care remotely. Patients looking for a physician who knows them as a whole person, not just a chart, tend to thrive under his care.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Minton specializes in internal medicine with a strong focus on chronic disease management. He treats patients managing type 2 diabetes, high cholesterol, and hypertension. His preventive approach helps members gain better control of these conditions over time.
Yes. Dr. Minton holds board certification from the American Board of Internal Medicine. He completed his internal medicine residency at the University of California, Davis Medical Center in 1991.
Dr. Minton earned both his undergraduate degree and medical degree from the University of Virginia. He then completed his internship and residency in internal medicine at the University of California, Davis Medical Center in Sacramento, California.
Yes. Dr. Minton is reachable by phone after hours and on weekends. Members can contact him 24 hours a day, seven days a week for urgent concerns. Patients consistently cite this availability as one of the most valued aspects of his care.
Yes. Washingtonian Magazine named Dr. Minton a Top Doctor in both 2008 and 2014. He also co-founded Alexandria Clinical Research, LLC in 2009 and continues to serve as its Principal Investigator and Founding Partner.
Dr. Minton treats each patient relationship as a genuine partnership. He takes time to understand each patient's health needs, values, and concerns beyond their medical history. He also makes a point of explaining health information in clear, understandable terms, which he believes leads to better outcomes.
Dr. Minton sees his patients directly. His MDVIP-affiliated practice does not substitute nurse practitioners or physician assistants for physician visits. Members see Dr. Minton at every office appointment.
Dr. Minton holds an affiliation with INOVA Alexandria Hospital. This affiliation supports continuity of care for members who require hospital-level services in the Alexandria area.
Dr. Minton is not currently accepting new patients. 3847 to find nearby MDVIP-affiliated physicians who have open panels.
Doctor profile last updated April 11, 2026