About
Timothy Scharold, MD has wanted to be a physician since childhood. He spent his early years riding along on house calls with his father, who practiced medicine with deep compassion and care. His father taught him that truly listening to a patient is the most important skill a doctor can develop. When his father retired, Dr. Scharold took over the practice. Most of those patients were older adults, and he quickly discovered a genuine passion for caring for that population.
Dr. Scharold completed his residency in internal medicine at Christ Hospital in Cincinnati and earned his medical degree from Wright State University Boonshoft School of Medicine. He pursued additional board certification in geriatrics to strengthen his preparation for caring for older patients. He holds dual board certification from the American Board of Internal Medicine, covering both internal medicine and geriatrics. For 15 years he practiced independently, prioritizing the doctor-patient relationship above all else. He joined MDVIP to carry that same standard of attentive, personalized medicine forward. His clinical work spans geriatric care, healthy aging, chronic disease prevention, and wellness areas including nutrition, sleep, exercise, and stress management. He affiliates with Hilton Head Hospital. Outside the office, he enjoys music, biking, and skiing.
Education & Training
Residency
Christ Hospital
Additional Training
Additional board certification in Geriatrics
Certifications
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Scharold right for?
Dr. Scharold is an excellent fit for adults who want a physician deeply experienced in geriatric and internal medicine. Older adults managing chronic conditions or navigating healthy aging find a thoughtful partner in his care. Patients who want a physician involved in every step of their health plan, from prevention to treatment, benefit from his hands-on approach. His focus on nutrition, sleep, exercise, and stress management suits patients ready to address lifestyle as part of their overall health. Those who value a doctor who listens closely and advocates on their behalf will feel at home in his practice.
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Internal MedicineFrequently Asked Questions
Dr. Scharold treats a wide range of conditions common to adult and older adult patients. His focus includes chronic disease, geriatric conditions, malnutrition, sleep disorders, and stress-related conditions. He also addresses preventive health concerns, helping patients reduce their risk of illness through lifestyle and wellness planning.
Yes. Dr. Scharold holds dual board certification through the American Board of Internal Medicine. He is board certified in both internal medicine and geriatrics. He pursued the geriatrics certification specifically to strengthen his care for older adult patients.
Dr. Scharold earned his medical degree from Wright State University Boonshoft School of Medicine in Dayton, Ohio. He completed his internal medicine residency at Christ Hospital in Cincinnati, Ohio.
Dr. Scharold centers his practice on the belief that a strong doctor-patient relationship is the foundation of good health. He builds individualized care plans with each patient based on their specific needs and goals. He believes that what patients eat and how they live profoundly shapes their health. When issues arise, he works with patients to review options, choose a plan, and follow it through from start to finish.
Dr. Scharold's interest in geriatric medicine grew naturally from taking over his father's practice, where most patients were older adults. He discovered a genuine passion for caring for that population and pursued additional board certification in geriatrics to serve them as well as possible.
Yes. Dr. Scharold's clinical focus includes general wellness alongside geriatric and internal medicine. He works with patients on nutrition, sleep health, exercise guidance, and stress management. He believes lifestyle choices directly affect long-term health outcomes and incorporates that perspective into every care plan.
Dr. Scharold affiliates with Hilton Head Hospital. This affiliation supports patients who need inpatient care or hospital-based services on Hilton Head Island.
Dr. Scharold has practiced medicine independently for over 15 years. Before that, he took over his father's established practice. His experience spans internal medicine and geriatric care across a career built on direct, relationship-focused medicine.
Doctor profile last updated September 17, 2026