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Dr. Cekada

Primary Care That Makes You Primary

Gayle Cekada, MD

Internal Medicine

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Residency

University of Colorado Health Sciences Center
Denver, CO
Internal Medicine 1995-1997

Internship

University of Colorado Health Sciences Center
Denver, CO
Internal Medicine 1994-1995

Medical School

Tulane University School of Medicine
New Orleans, LA
Doctorate of Medicine 1994
American College of Physicians Internal Medicine Award of Excellence 1994
Ciba-Giegy Award for Outstanding Community Service 1993

Undergraduate

University of California, Santa Barbara
Santa Barbara, CA
Bachelor of Science, Geological Sciences 1989
Outstanding Senior Award, Department of Geological Sciences 1989
W. Norris Award, Field Geology 1988

American Board of Internal Medicine

California

Professional
- Preventive and wellness care, weight management, nutrition, exercise guidance and geriatric medicine
Personal
- My two beautiful children and loving husband. Hiking, cycling, walks on the beach with my dogs. I strongly support the Hearst Cancer Resource Center, a center created by my husband to support those facing cancer

MDVIP Annual Membership Fee

MDVIP’s annual fee covers the Wellness Program and generally can be made in quarterly, semi-annual and annual payments.

Quarterly
$575.00 every 3 months*

Semi-Annual
$1,150.00 every 6 months*

Annual
$2,300.00 each year*

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Dr. Cekada

Meet Gayle Cekada, MD


My goal is to continue to provide excellent and compassionate medical care. The Doctor-Patient relationship is very important to me. My philosophy is to put patients first and to take the time to give personal attention in order to achieve optimal health.

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Primary Care That Makes You Primary

A new healthcare model to suit your lifestyle
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Benefits of joining Dr. Cekada's practice with MDVIP

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MDVIP Wellness Program

Expect comprehensive screenings and tests and a custom wellness plan designed for you.

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Better Doctor-Patient Relationship

97% of MDVIP members are satisfied with their relationship (vs 58% in traditional PCP).

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Same/Next-Day Appointments

See Dr. Cekada quickly and take your time during each appointment.

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Reachable 24/7

Reach Dr. Cekada by phone after-hours and on weekends.

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Smaller Practice Size

MDVIP practices are smaller than most primary care practices, which means your doctor has more time to help you.

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Your Dedicated Doctor

See Dr. Cekada when you go to the office — not someone else like a nurse practitioner or physician assistant

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Travel Benefits

If you need urgent care while traveling, your physician can help arrange your care with a local hospital, pharmacy or doctor.

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Medical Centers of Excellence

For patients who need care beyond what is available locally, MDVIP can connect your doctor with specialists at some of the country’s leading medical institutions

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Better Health Outcomes

Members have better control of chronic conditions like type 2 diabetes, high cholesterol and hypertension.

Frequently Asked Questions

Doctors who operate in the MDVIP models typically see far fewer patients than traditional primary care doctors. That gives them more time to develop deeper doctor-patient relationships that can lead to better outcomes. They can also offer conveniences that most primary care doctors can’t, including same- and next-day appointments. They’re available after hours for urgent matters. And they have time to focus on prevention. That focus begins with the MDVIP Wellness Program, which patients pay for with their annual membership fee.

Most MDVIP-affiliated primary care practices accept insurance (your physician can tell you whether they accept your specific insurance plan). Your annual fee pays for preventive care medical services that insurance usually doesn’t cover (e.g., advanced diagnostic testing and screenings). Your MDVIP-affiliated physician will continue to bill your insurance and charge copays, co-insurances and deductibles as he or she currently does for other medical services like sick visits.

MDVIP makes wellness and prevention easier by providing your physician with innovative tools and technology. MDVIP supports your physician’s practice and seeks to eliminate barriers to a positive healthcare experience. Your doctor will determine whether and how to incorporate these tools at his/her discretion.

MDVIP Annual Membership Fee

MDVIP’s annual fee covers the Wellness Program and generally can be made in quarterly, semi-annual and annual payments.

Quarterly
$575.00 every 3 months*

Semi-Annual
$1,150.00 every 6 months*

Annual
$2,300.00 each year*

Get Started Today

Get Started | Today

This MDVIP-affiliated physician is not accepting new patients at this time. Please call 1.866.696.3847 or search for other nearby doctors currently accepting patients.

Testimonials from patients of Gayle Cekada, MD

She’s Not Allowed to Retire

from Mary in CA • March 21, 2023
My doctor and I have been partners in my health since long before she joined MDVIP. She earned my loyalty many times over: through my nasty divorce, my ugly concussion, a variety of smaller ailments, and a wonderful marriage. She believes strongly in disease prevention as do I. We work together on my health, and that is as should be. She is perpetually empathetic, diligent, kind, and, best of Read more...

Excellence in Patient Care

from Susan in CA • March 18, 2020
When I first came to Dr. Cekada, I was pleased at the thoroughness of her exam, and equally important, her caring manner. She trusts my feedback about my body, which many doctors don't, and answers questions and emails quickly, thoroughly, and kindly. It is because of her excellence that I joined with her on MDVIP.

great doc

from stephen in CA • March 16, 2020
always there

Best ever Physician!

from Helen in CA • March 14, 2020
I feel privileged to have Dr. Cekada as my doctor. She is professional, competent, knowledgeable as well as empathetic, a rare combination for most doctors. When I see her, I feel she is truly interested in my case and gives me her full attention, rather than look at her notes or the computer when talking to me. When I call or email her with a concern, she responds promptly. She explains Read more...

Sincere trust and appreciation

from Linda in CA • March 12, 2020
I don’t have a medical drama from which Dr. Cekada saved me. In fact, I am (thankfully) a healthy person with few issues. However, every time I ask a question or a (crazy😄) idea pops in my head, Dr. Cekada is prompt in her reply, focused on my health and dedicated to keeping me on my healthy path. Last fall at my annual appointment she told me I should lose some weight. My weight had been Read more...

The Office of Gayle Cekada, MD


Locations & Hours

Primary Office

184 Casa Street
San Luis Obispo, CA 93405

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Hours

Mon 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Tue 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Wed 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Thu 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Fri 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Sat Closed
Sun Closed

MDVIP Annual Membership Fee

MDVIP’s annual fee covers the Wellness Program and generally can be made in quarterly, semi-annual, and annual payments.

Quarterly
$575.00 every 3 months*

Semi-Annual
$1,150.00 every 6 months*

Annual
$2,300.00 each year*

Get Started Today

Get Started | Today

This MDVIP-affiliated physician is not accepting new patients at this time. Please call 1.866.696.3847 or search for other nearby doctors currently accepting patients.

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