Atrium Health Provider
Treats All Ages“I do my job to improve patients’ health and quality of life through skilled care and compassionate relationships. I’m committed to using my expertise to solve problems, provide solutions and make a meaningful impact every day.”
Dr. Eric Hilgenfeldt is board certified in internal medicine and gastroenterology (digestive disorders and diseases). He treats a wide variety of conditions and focuses on inflammatory bowel disease.
He chose to specialize in gastroenterology because it combines hands-on procedures with opportunities to build valuable patient relationships.
For multiple years, he has been named a Top Doctor by Charlotte Magazine and Business North Carolina. He was inducted into the Gold Humanism Honor Society and received the Excellence in Teaching Award at the University of Florida College of Medicine.
Dr. Hilgenfeldt’s clinical research focuses on improving diagnostics and treatments in gastroenterology. He has contributed to studies on IBD and Barrett's esophagus diagnostics. He has published research on unique GI cases aimed at advancing patient care.
He received his medical degree and completed residency at the University of Florida. He completed a fellowship at Atrium Health Carolinas Medical Center.
Outside of work, Dr. Hilgenfeldt spends most of his time with family, including his 3 children. Participating in SwimMac, a competitive swimming club, rekindled his passion for a sport that shaped his life. He likes sharing meals to catch up with friends and cheers for the Florida Gators football team.
