James R. Kilgore

James R. Kilgore serves as an Adjunct Professor of DMSc at the University of Lynchburg's School of Medicine and Health Sciences, joining the institution in 2023. He teaches core courses including Health Ethics, Adult Behavior and Medicine, Evidence-Based Medicine, and PA Practicum I within the Physician Assistant program.

His educational background comprises:

• DMSc in Physician Assistant Medicine (University of Lynchburg)
• MSPAS (Finch University of Health Sciences)
• BMSc in Physician Associate (Emory University)
• BS in Biology (University of Alabama at Birmingham)

Research focuses on behavioral and addiction medicine, diabetes, obesity, vaccines, and cardiovascular conditions. Clinically, he applies evidence-based approaches to hypertension, hypercholesterolemia, and obesity management, bridging academic theory with patient-centered care.

Professional recognition includes:

• Distinguished Fellow of the American Academy of Physician Assistants (DFAAPA)

As an educator in the DMSc program, he trains future physician assistants through curriculum development and clinical instruction. No research laboratory affiliations or grant funding details are documented in available materials.