William B Horton, MD

William Horton, MD, FACP, is an assistant professor of medicine in the Division of Endocrinology and Metabolism. He sees patients with general endocrinology issues, ranging from diabetes and thyroid disorders to adrenal and bone mineral metabolism diseases.

Horton’s clinical interests include type 1 and type 2 diabetes, osteoporosis, hyperparathyroidism, hypothyroidism and hyperthyroidism. His research interests include inpatient management of diabetes and hyperglycemia, diabetes technology and the cardiovascular complications of diabetes.

Born and raised in Mississippi, Horton attended medical school at the University of Mississippi. He then completed internal medicine residency training at the University of Mississippi Medical Center before coming to UVA for a combined academic and clinical fellowship in endocrinology, diabetes and metabolism.

Horton volunteers with the Charlottesville Free Clinic. In his free time, he enjoys spending time with his wife, being active outdoors, and cheering on the Hoos.