Eric M. Byman, MD, FMD, DABFM
Medical Director at PEAK. Navy veteran and EVMS-trained physician overseeing all clinical protocols and provider standards. Dr. Byman does not see patients directly but sets the medical standards every PEAK provider follows.
About Dr. Byman
Eric M. Byman, MD, FMD, DABFM serves as Medical Director at PEAK Wellness & Aesthetics. While he does not see patients directly, Dr. Byman shapes every clinical decision at PEAK — developing evidence-based protocols, mentoring our care team, and setting the standards behind our weight management and aesthetic services. A five-time Patients' Choice Award recipient with NCQA recognitions in both diabetes care and cardiovascular management, he brings rigorous oversight to every program we offer.
A Virginia Beach native and former Navy officer, Dr. Byman earned his medical degree at Eastern Virginia Medical School (EVMS), completed his residency at the University of Cincinnati, and continues to teach medical students through EVMS and Liberty University.
Approach to care
As Medical Director, Dr. Byman sets the clinical standards and protocols that guide every provider at PEAK. He is responsible for developing the evidence-based frameworks behind our treatment programs — from medication selection and dosing protocols to ongoing quality assurance. His oversight ensures that every provider on the team operates from a foundation of rigorous, up-to-date medical guidance.
Dr. Byman's years of service as a Navy officer instilled a discipline and precision that carry directly into his approach to medicine. He believes that clinical excellence requires structure — clear protocols, thorough documentation, and accountability at every step. This military-informed mindset shapes how the entire PEAK team operates, ensuring the same attention to detail in straightforward cases and more complex clinical scenarios.
His advanced training in functional and regenerative medicine complements PEAK's evidence-based weight loss approach. Dr. Byman looks beyond the scale to consider each patient's metabolic health, hormonal balance, and long-term wellness — ensuring that the clinical protocols he develops address root causes, not just symptoms. This broader perspective is what allows the PEAK team to offer truly personalized care that evolves with each patient's progress, producing sustainable results backed by both clinical research and individualized attention.
Education & training
Honors & Awards
- Patients' Choice Award recipient, five consecutive years
- National Committee for Quality Assurance Diabetes Recognition Program (2018–2021)
- NCQA/AHA/ASA Cardiovascular or Stroke Care Recognition (2019–2022)
Education
- Undergraduate — Old Dominion University
- Medical School — Eastern Virginia Medical School (EVMS)
- Residency — University of Cincinnati
Certifications
- Board Certified in Family Medicine
- Diploma in International Health
Clinical Experience
- Clinical strategy & protocol development
- Functional & regenerative medicine
- Weight management oversight
- PRP & neuromodulator programs
- Medical student education (EVMS & Liberty University)
Special Interests
- Evidence-based protocol development
- Functional & regenerative medicine
- Clinical team mentorship
- Aesthetic medicine oversight
Meet our team
Dr. Byman's standards define every patient experience at PEAK. Meet the providers who bring his protocols to life — and find the right fit for your care.
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