About
Dr. Steven P. Wittmer earned his Bachelor of Science in Microbiology from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign in 1978. He went on to complete his Doctorate of Medicine at Southern Illinois University School of Medicine in 1981. His internship and internal medicine residency both took place at Southern Illinois University School of Medicine, finishing in 1984. He has practiced as a general internist for more than thirty years.
Dr. Wittmer holds membership in the American College of Physicians and the American Medical Association. His clinical interests include cardiovascular health, diabetes, hypertension, perioperative management, and nutrition. He serves as an attending physician at Thomas Hospital in Fairhope, where he holds the role of Secretary-Treasurer on the Medical Executive Committee and chaired the Medicine Steering Committee in 2016 and 2017. Thomas Hospital honored him as a Patient Safety Hero in 2018. He also serves as Associate Medical Director at Kindred Hospice, a role he has held since 2015. Outside of medicine, he enjoys running, cycling, and reading. He quotes the Oath of Maimonides to express his belief that diet should serve as the first line of care whenever possible.
Education & Training
Undergraduate
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, B.S. Microbiology 1978
Medical School
Southern Illinois University School of Medicine, Doctorate of Medicine 1981
Residency
Internal Medicine, Southern Illinois University School of Medicine 1982-1984
Additional Training
Internship, Southern Illinois University School of Medicine 1981-1982
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Wittmer right for?
Dr. Wittmer suits adults managing chronic conditions such as diabetes, hypertension, or cardiovascular disease. Patients who want a physician deeply engaged in nutrition and preventive care will find his approach a strong match. He works well with patients preparing for or recovering from surgery who need attentive perioperative management. Anyone who values a long-term relationship with a physician available after hours and on weekends will feel well served here.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Wittmer focuses on diabetes, hypertension, and cardiovascular disease as his core clinical areas. He also manages perioperative care for patients undergoing surgery. His broader background as a general internist means he handles the full spectrum of adult medicine.
Dr. Wittmer considers diet a central tool in patient care, not an afterthought. He draws on the words of Maimonides to guide this philosophy: no disease treatable by diet should rely on other means first. He works with patients on nutrition and lifestyle as primary levers for improving health outcomes.
Dr. Wittmer completed his entire medical education at Southern Illinois University School of Medicine in Springfield, Illinois. He earned his Doctorate of Medicine in 1981, completed his internship in 1982, and finished his internal medicine residency in 1984. He received his undergraduate degree in Microbiology from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign.
Dr. Wittmer serves as an attending physician at Thomas Hospital in Fairhope. He holds the Secretary-Treasurer role on the hospital's Medical Executive Committee and previously chaired the Medicine Steering Committee. Thomas Hospital recognized him as a Patient Safety Hero in 2018.
Dr. Wittmer has served as Associate Medical Director at Kindred Hospice since 2015. He previously chaired the Health Care Committee for the Central Baldwin County Chamber of Commerce from 2011 to 2015. These roles reflect a sustained commitment to healthcare beyond his individual practice.
Dr. Wittmer has practiced as a general internist for more than thirty years. He brings that depth of experience to each patient relationship in his MDVIP-affiliated practice in Fairhope.
Yes. Dr. Wittmer makes himself available by phone after hours and on weekends for urgent matters. Members can reach him directly, which allows for faster guidance when unexpected health concerns arise.
Dr. Wittmer holds membership in both the American College of Physicians and the American Medical Association. These affiliations reflect his commitment to staying current with developments in internal medicine.
Doctor profile last updated April 11, 2026