Stephen A. Hilty, MD

Internal Medicine
148 Casa Street
San Luis Obispo, CA 93405 Get Directions
805.543.8310
Stephen A. Hilty, MD

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Annual Membership Fee

562.50 every 3 months
1,125.00 every 6 months
2,250.00 each year

My Philosophy and Approach to Wellness...

My goal in primary care is to keep my attention centered on what is best for each patient. I strive to listen attentively and to allow patients time to describe their symptoms, tell me their story and share their goals and health concerns so that I can understand each patient’s unique situation. I then look for ways to partner with my patients to teach them in a personalized way how to best improve their personal health and well-being. I value continuity of care as I sense it often leads to a deeper, more meaningful, trusting relationship with my patients. I am also committed to staying abreast of the wide array of medical advances so that when it is appropriate I can apply the best that modern medicine has to offer to my patients. In sum, few things are more fulfilling and satisfying than being a part of helping someone adopt a healthy lifestyle or overcome or manage an illness and regain confidence, happiness and fulfillment in their life.
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Dr. Hilty's Credentials

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Residency:
University of California, San Francisco Primary Care Internal Medicine Residency Program
San Francisco, CA
1996-1998

Internship:
University of California, San Francisco Primary Care Internal Medicine Residency Program
San Francisco, CA
1995-1996

Medical School:
Dartmouth Medical School
Hanover, NH
Doctorate of Medicine 1995

Undergraduate:
Occidental College
Los Angeles, CA
Bachelor of Arts, Biology 1990
Magna Cum Laude

National Board of Medical Examiners
Diplomate, American Board of Internal Medicine
French Hospital Medical Center
Sierra Vista Regional Medical Center
University of California, San Francisco
- Jeffrey Weingarten Award, Internal Medicine Residency Program 1998
Dartmouth Medical School
- Dean's Medal 1995
- Upjohn Achievement Award 1995
- Alpha Omega Alpha, Medical Honor Society 1994
- Rolf C. Syvertsen Scholar 1994
Occidental College
- Mortar Board, National Honor Society of College Seniors 1989-1990
- Phi Beta Kappa, Academic Honor Society 1989
- Daniel Stuart Hammack Award 1989
Hearst Cancer Resource Center Advisory Board 2008-present
Sierra Vista Regional Medical Center
- End-of-Life Care Pathway 2006-2010
- Chief of Medicine 2002-2004
University of California, San Francisco
- Longitudinal Clinical Elective Preceptor 1997
- Family and Community Medicine Preceptor 1990-1991
Dartmouth Medical School
- Student Representative, New Directions Curriculum Committee 1994-1995
- Student Representative, Curriculum Committee 1991-1993
Northeast Group on Educational Affairs Conference on Medical Education in Quebec, Canada
- Student Representative 1993
Occidental College
- Member, Community Outreach Committee Chair, Mortar Board 1989-1990
- Member, Peer Review Board 1978-1988
American College of Physicians 1998-present
California Medical Society 1998-present
San Luis Obispo County Medical Society Association 1998-present
Tennis, backpacking and hiking

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Testimonials from patients of Dr. Hilty

from Betty Ann in CA February 10, 2024 for Stephen A. Hilty, MD

I have had atrial fib for over 30 years and Dr. Hilty has been my doctor for over 20 years. And -- because of his infectious smiles, I have never felt afraid for my health. He guides me to healthy diets and helps me with my medications -- always with a smile. I am now 83 years old -- and always look forward to my appointments with Dr. Hilty. He guides me to a healthy life style with his smiles… See more

from Carol in CA February 10, 2024 for Stephen A. Hilty, MD

Steve Hilty is an amazing person and doctor.
I’m always able to contact him. His staff goes above and beyond to provide his patients with the care needed at anytime.
Steve is always available and accessible, which is hard to find these days.
I always feel like I’m
The only patient he is caring for.
He’s 5 star in my book

from Linda in CA February 10, 2024 for Stephen A. Hilty, MD

I have been with Dr. Hilty since before he embraced the MDVIP approach. He was a great physician then, though sometimes seemed a bit frustrated by the limitations he faced in spending the time he believed necessary with each of his patients. I immediately signed up when he began his association with MDVIP. Since that time,Dr. Hilty has made the time. He has "been there," in every… See more

from Janet in CA February 10, 2024 for Stephen A. Hilty, MD

Dr. Hilty, I hope you know I value you as my trusted advisor. I call you my "quarterback," but you are so much more. The maze of healthcare options is daunting, but I trust your wisdom and experience to help me make the best decisions. I feel so blessed to have you as my doctor. You are kind, patient, encouraging, invested, sincere, wise, and frequently humorous :) . You are one… See more

from Hal in CA January 20, 2024 for Stephen A. Hilty, MD

I can't tell one story about Dr. Hilty because he is always there for us. Whether it's helping me decide to take an expensive screening test or not or letting me know my 89 year old father needs me to help with his other appointments or medications Dr. Hilty has the highest standard of care for us as patients. He sets the bar VERY for health care professionals.
Thank you Steve… See more

from Clint in CA January 18, 2024 for Stephen A. Hilty, MD
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I would like to say a few words about Dr. Hilty. My nature and nurture are both flawed which requires more health management than it probably should. Dr. Hilty keeps me in perfect balance with his care and health management. His suggestions, prescriptions and recommendations are always spot on and if I actually did all of what he recommended I would make his job easier. He’s one in a million… See more

from FRED in CA March 31, 2023 for Stephen A. Hilty, MD
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Dr. Stephen Hilty has been my personal doctor for at about 20 years. My previous physician retired and so I quizzed a neighbor who was also using the same doctor and being a doctor himself he recommended Dr. Hilty. The rest is history!
My wife and I switched over and we stayed with him when he made the wise career moved to go to MDVIP.
He is widely recognized in our area as the… See more

from Judy in CA March 24, 2023 for Stephen A. Hilty, MD
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My husband & I think Dr Hilty hung the moon! As my husband & I have matured into our 70’s, we’ve realized how very important it is to have a doctor you trust & can depend on 24/7. So very fortunate to have our calls answered & concerns addressed swiftly. Always comfortable with all the staff who we also think very highly of. We feel blessed & so very fortunate to have Dr… See more

from John in CA March 17, 2020 for Stephen A. Hilty, MD

I have been a patient of Dr. Hilty for about three years. Fortunately I have not had any catastrophic situations during that time. I do have a new and better sense of my health since I have been his patient. He has made suggestions about improving my diet that immediately caused me to lose about six or seven pounds and have less cravings for foods I should avoid. He has given me pointers… See more

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