Dr. Edwin J. Davila, DO

Specialist in Body Composition, Health Optimization & Human Performance

Dr. Edwin Davila is an Internal Medicine physician with over 20 years of experience guiding individuals toward optimal health, performance, and body composition. With a unique combination of medical expertise, exercise physiology, and sports nutrition, Dr. Davila bridges the gap between clinical care and human performance, helping patients achieve sustainable fat loss, lean muscle development, and overall wellness.

A U.S. Navy veteran and former Naval Officer, Dr. Davila has served on submarines and led global fitness initiatives designed to enhance warfighter readiness. As a nationally qualified competitive bodybuilder, Dr. Davila brings firsthand experience in the discipline, science, and dedication required to achieve elite-level physique transformations. His background in leadership, discipline, and applied science informs his patient-centered approach to health and performance.

A Strong Foundation in Science and Patient Care

Dr. Davila earned his Bachelor of Science in Biology and Master of Science in Exercise Physiology from Baylor University before obtaining his Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine degree from the University of the Incarnate Word School of Medicine. He completed his residency in Internal Medicine at the Texas Institute for Graduate Medical Education & Research in San Antonio. He also holds professional certifications as a Certified Clinical Exercise Physiologist (ACSM-CEP) and Certified Sports Nutritionist (CISSN), allowing him to design individualized exercise, nutrition, and supplementation plans grounded in evidence-based science.

Over the course of his career, Dr. Davila has served in numerous leadership and advisory roles, including:

Medical Advisor – International Society of Sports Nutrition
Scientific Advisory Board Member – National Academy of Sports Medicine
President-Elect – Texas Chapter, American College of Sports Medicine

He has co-authored multiple peer-reviewed publications and official position statements covering exercise prescription, nutrition strategies, supplementation, and human performance optimization. Dr. Davila is also a frequent guest on health and fitness podcasts, sharing insights on fat loss, muscle building, metabolic health, and longevity.

Professional Highlights

Specialized in Clinical Body Composition & Performance Medicine – Internal Medicine physician with advanced graduate training in Exercise Physiology and over two decades of experience in evidence-based interventions for adiposity reduction, lean mass development, and metabolic optimization.
Dual Professional Certification – Certified Clinical Exercise Physiologist (ACSM-CEP) and Certified Sports Nutritionist (CISSN) with active leadership roles in national organizations advancing sports medicine and applied nutrition.

Peer-Reviewed Contributions – Co-author of multiple peer-reviewed publications and official position statements addressing exercise prescription, nutritional strategies, supplementation, and human performance in clinical contexts.
Applied Expertise in Physique Optimization – National-level qualified competitive bodybuilder integrating clinical diagnostics, individualized nutrition programming, and targeted supplementation to achieve sustainable improvements in body composition and overall health outcomes.

Education / Medical Training

Resident Physician – Internal Medicine 2021 - 2024
Texas Institute for Graduate Medical Education & Research – San Antonio

Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine May 2021
University of the Incarnate Word, San Antonio, – TX School of Osteopathic Medicine

Master of Science, Exercise Physiology May 2017
Baylor University, Waco, TX

Bachelor of Science, Biology August 2008
Baylor University, Waco TX

Certifications

Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) - Active
Certified Sports Nutritionist (CISSN) – International Society of Sports Nutrition
Clinical Exercise Physiologist, (ACSM-CEP) – American College of Sports Medicine
Exercise Is Medicine, (ACSM – EIM) – American College of Sports Medicine

Military / Professional Experience

Information Technology Security Lead / City HIPAA & PCI Compliance Officer
2013-2015 – City of San Antonio
United States Navy, Lieutenant
Executive to Site Commander of NSA-Texas 2011-2012
Officer in Charge of Multi-Operations Department, Doha, Qatar 2012-2013
Direct Support Officer Submarine Operations 2009-2011

Licensure

Texas Medical Board Physician License, Active
DEA Registration for Class 2-5 Scheduled Substances, Active

Professional Organizations

American College of Physicians
Obesity Medicine Association
Texas Osteopathic Medical Association
Bexar County Medical Society
American College of Sports Medicine
National Academy of Sports Medicine
International Society of Sports Nutrition

Committee Positions

Scientific Advisory Board Member 2024 - Present
National Academy of Sports Medicine
Medical Advisor 2024 - Present
International Society of Sports Medicine
Board of Director (Medicine Rep) 2021-Present
Texas American College of Sports Medicine
Board Member (National Internal Medicine Rep) 2023-2024
American Medical Society of Sports Medicine, Sports Medicine Resident Council

Oral Presentations

International Society of Sports Medicine 2023 Annual Conference, Ft Lauderdale, Florida. The Glucagon Like Peptide-1 (GLP-1) Agonists: their Role in Weight Reduction.
Texas Osteopathic Medical Association 2023 Annual Conference, San Antonio, Texas. Obesity Prevalence and Impact on Weight Management has on M&M, What Role Do GLP-1’s Have?
Texas American College of Sports Medicine 2023 Annual Conference, Waco, Texas. GLP-1 / GIP Agonists: Mechanism of action to evidence on these diabetes agents. Are they the next “game changer” in weight loss?
University of the Incarnate Word School of Medicine - Internal Medicine Lecture Series, San Antonio, Texas. Identification and treatment of acute pancreatitis, an evidence-based medicine approach, 2022
Minimally Invasive Surgery Journal Club, Texas Endosurgery Institute, San Antonio 2020
Outcomes and impact of laparoscopic inguinal hernia repair versus open inguinal hernia repair on healthcare spending and employee absenteeism
University of Texas San Antonio Pre-Medical Society Spring Break Anatomy Forum, San Antonio 2019
Thyroid Anatomy, Physiology, and Common Disease States, a case study approach
University of Texas San Antonio Pre-medical Society JAB Event, San Antonio 2019
Clostridium botulinum, a case-based approach to understanding pathophysiology and treatment modalities.

Publications

Jose Antonio, Brandi Antonio, Alan Aragon, Erik Bustillo, Darren Candow, Rick Collins, Edwin Davila, Bob Durkin, Douglas Kalman, Chris Lockwood, Scotty Mills & Jeffrey R. Stout (2025) “Common questions and misconceptions about dietary supplements and the industry - What does science and the law really say?“, Journal of the International Society of Sports Nutrition, 22:1, 2534128, DOI: 10.1080/15502783.2025.2534128
Lambright, Kelsi R.; Clark, Cayla; Latchford, Ashley; Davila, Edwin J.; and Newmire, Dan E. (2025) "The Effect of Menstrual Cycle Phase on IGF-1 and Myostatin after an Acute Bout of Anaerobic Exercise: A Preliminary Analysis," International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings: Vol. 2: Iss. 17, Article 18. Available at: https://digitalcommons.wku.edu/ijesab/vol2/iss17/18
National Academy of Sports Medicine, Official position stance. April 2024. The NASM Guide to Sarcopenia: An Evidence Based Review
San Antonio Medicine, Official Publication of Bexar County Medical Society: January 2024 Volume 77 No 1: Dietary Weight Loss Supplements: What does the evidence say?
National Academy of Sports Medicine, Official position stance. October 2023. GLP-1 Medication: An Evidence Based Review
San Antonio Medicine, Official Publication of Bexar County Medical Society: November 2022 Volume 75 No 11
Innovations in Weight Management