About
Dr. Timothy Tuel earned his Bachelor of Arts in Biology from Johns Hopkins University in 1988, graduating with honors. He then completed his medical degree at the Uniformed Services University of Health Sciences in Bethesda, MD in 1992, earning induction into the Alpha Omega Alpha Medical Honor Society. Both his internship and Family Practice residency took place at the 96th Medical Group, Eglin Air Force Base in Florida.
Following his training, Dr. Tuel built a distinguished military medicine career spanning more than two decades. He served as Chief Medical Officer at Incirlik Airbase, held two Team Chief roles at Eglin and Seymour Johnson Air Force Bases, and finished his military career as Flight Surgeon and Medical Group Commander at Duke Field. He holds board certification as a Diplomat of the American Board of Family Medicine. With 27 years serving patients in the Florida Panhandle, he brings deep community roots to his practice. His clinical interests center on diabetes, hypertension, and hyperlipidemia. He values open and honest communication as the foundation of good patient care. Outside the office, he enjoys fishing, cooking, traveling, exercising, and hunting.
Education & Training
Undergraduate
Johns Hopkins University, Bachelor of Arts, Biology, 1988, Graduated with Honors
Medical School
Uniformed Services University of Health Sciences, Bethesda, MD, Doctorate of Medicine 1992
Residency
Family Practice, 96th Medical Group, Eglin Air Force Base, FL, 1993-1995
Additional Training
Internship: 96th Medical Group, Eglin Air Force Base, FL, 1992-1993
Certifications
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Tuel right for?
Dr. Tuel is a strong fit for adults seeking a long-term relationship with a seasoned family physician. Patients managing diabetes, hypertension, or high cholesterol benefit from his focused clinical expertise in those conditions. His military background and three decades in practice make him well-suited for patients who value directness and clear communication. Anyone who wants same- or next-day access to their own physician, not a mid-level provider, will find his practice a good match.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Tuel has special clinical interests in diabetes, hypertension, and hyperlipidemia. He focuses significant attention on helping patients manage these chronic conditions effectively. His MDVIP Wellness Program includes advanced screenings that help identify risk factors early.
Yes, Dr. Tuel holds board certification as a Diplomat of the American Board of Family Medicine. He earned his medical degree from the Uniformed Services University of Health Sciences and completed his residency training in Family Practice at Eglin Air Force Base.
Dr. Tuel completed his undergraduate degree at Johns Hopkins University and earned his medical degree at the Uniformed Services University of Health Sciences in Bethesda, MD. He completed both his internship and Family Practice residency at the 96th Medical Group, Eglin Air Force Base in Florida.
Dr. Tuel has practiced medicine in the Florida Panhandle for 27 years. He has served the Destin area community for most of his three-decade career as a family physician.
Dr. Tuel places open and honest communication at the center of his patient relationships. He joined the MDVIP network specifically to spend more meaningful time discussing health goals and chronic disease risk factors with each patient.
Yes. Every office visit is with Dr. Tuel himself. The practice does not route patients to nurse practitioners or physician assistants.
Dr. Tuel has an extensive military service record spanning from 1992 to 2022. He served in roles including Chief Medical Officer, Team Chief, and Medical Group Commander, with postings at Eglin Air Force Base, Seymour Johnson Air Force Base, Incirlik Airbase, and Duke Field.
Dr. Tuel enjoys fishing, cooking, traveling, exercising, and hunting. He has deep personal roots in the Florida Panhandle community.
Doctor profile last updated April 4, 2026