Principal Investigator

Ben Phillips, MD

Board-Certified Endocrinologist

“I’m excited to join the Tekton Research network at this pivotal time in diabetes and obesity research. My work with high-risk osteoporosis patients has shown me the critical importance of advancing treatment options through rigorous clinical trials. Tekton’s collaborative approach and commitment to excellence aligns perfectly with my vision for patient care. As both a physician and father of four daughters, I’m passionate about research that improves long-term health outcomes for generations to come. I look forward to contributing my expertise while learning from the exceptional team at Tekton Research.” – Dr. Phillips

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Ben Phillips, MD

Research & Clinical Experience

Dr. Ben Phillips is a board-certified endocrinologist with over 25 years of clinical experience and a long-standing commitment to advancing care for patients with metabolic disorders. He is the founder of Virginia Endocrinology, a growing practice soon to include a dedicated research wing and diabetes education center. His clinical interests include diabetes, obesity, and high-risk osteoporosis.

Qualifications

  • 25+ years of practice experience
  • Founder of Virginia Endocrinology and respected leader in diabetes and obesity care
  • Experience with high-risk osteoporosis patients
  • Currently building a dedicated research wing and an internal diabetes education center to support his clinical research efforts
  • Member of the Endocrine Society, American Association of Clinical Endocrinologists, Richmond Endocrinology Club, and the North American Association for the Study of Obesity

Education

  • Medical School: Medical University of South Carolina in Charleston
  • Internship: Virginia Commonwealth University Medical Center and McGuire Veterans Hospital
  • Residency: Virginia Commonwealth University Medical Center and McGuire Veterans Hospital

Location

Therapeutic Experience

  • Type 1 Diabetes
  • Type 2 Diabetes
  • Obesity
  • Osteoporosis
  • Thyroid Diseases

Get to know Ben Phillips, MD

With over 25 years of clinical experience, Dr. Phillips brings deep expertise in treating patients with metabolic disorders and a proven commitment to advancing patient care. A graduate of Vanderbilt University, he earned his medical degree from the Medical University of South Carolina and completed his Internal Medicine residency and Endocrinology fellowship at Virginia Commonwealth University Medical Center and McGuire Veterans Hospital. He is the founder and single owner of Virginia Endocrinology, which will soon feature a dedicated research wing and an internal diabetes education center to support his clinical research efforts.

Dr. Phillips is a recognized member of several prominent organizations including the Endocrine Society, American Association of Clinical Endocrinologists, Richmond Endocrinology Club, and the North American Association for the Study of Obesity. His clinical interests span diabetes, obesity, metabolism, and high-risk osteoporosis, aligning closely with Tekton Research’s therapeutic area focus.