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Dr. Brian Holt
Dr. Brian Holt M.D.
Dr. Brian L. Holt is a bariatric surgeon and metabolic specialist with extensive expertise in the surgical and medical management of obesity. He is board-certified in general surgery and holds fellowship status with both the American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery (FASMBS) and the American College of Surgeons (FACS), reflecting a high level of clinical excellence and commitment to his field.
Dr. Holt earned his medical degree from the Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences and completed his general surgery residency at the University of Texas Health Science Center in San Antonio. He further advanced his training in bariatric surgery through specialized coursework at Duke University. Prior to entering private practice, Dr. Holt served as a highly decorated Combat Surgeon in the United States Air Force, achieving the rank of Lieutenant Colonel.
His clinical approach is rooted in the understanding of obesity as a complex, chronic metabolic disease. Dr. Holt focuses on delivering evidence-based, long-term solutions by addressing the underlying physiological drivers of obesity and its associated conditions, including hypertension, type 2 diabetes, and sleep apnea, with the goal of improving overall health and patient outcomes.
Education & Training
- Bachelor – University of Missouri, Columbia
- Doctor of Medicine – Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences
- Residency – UT Health Science Center at San Antonio
- Masters in Bariatric Surgery Course – Duke University
- Current – BodEvolve AACS Cosmetic Fellow
Board Certifications
- American Board of Surgery
- Fellow of the American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery
- Society of American Gastrointestinal and Endoscopic Surgeons
- FACS
- Veteran Air Force Combat Surgeon (Lt. Col)
- 610 N Coit Rd # 2115, Richardson, TX 75080