Dr. Billingsley graduated with honors from the University of Texas at San Antonio with a Bachelor of Science degree in Biology. Following college he attended UTMB for medical school, pediatric residency, and fellowship in neonatology. Upon completion of his fellowship he entered private practice for 3 years in Waco before returning to UTMB to join the faculty in the NICU.Dr. Billingsley is the Assistant Director for the Physician Healer Track in the School of Medicine. He enjoys teaching at all levels of medical training, and has an interest in medical education research, and traveling overseas to practice in underserved areas. Dr. Billingsley is board certified in both Pediatrics and Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine, and is a member of the Texas Medical Association.Interests outside of medicine include board games, video games, ultimate Frisbee, golf, tennis, and spending time with his family.