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Dr. Dunlap

Primary Care That Makes You Primary

Merritt W. Dunlap, MD

Family Medicine

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Residency

Naval Hospital, Camp Pendleton
Camp Pendleton, CA
Family Practice 1994-1996

Internship

Naval Hospital, Camp Pendleton
Camp Pendleton, CA
Family Practice 1993-1994

Medical School

University of Nevada School of Medicine
Reno, NV
Doctorate of Medicine 1993

Undergraduate

University of Nevada
Reno, NV
Bachelor of Science, Biochemistry 1987

American Board of Family Medicine

Carson Tahoe Regional Medical Center
Sierra Surgical Hospital

Affiliate Clinical Faculty, Department of Family Medicine, University of Nevada School of Medicine 2000-present
Medical Director, Physicians Managed Care IPA 2009-2011
Board of Directors, Sierra Surgical Hospital 2007-2010
Carson Tahoe Regional Medical Center
- Chairman, Department of Family Medicine & Pediatrics 2000-2002
- Member of Executive Committee 2000-2002
- Member of Recruitment Committee 2007-2010

Doctor of the Year Award, Carson Tahoe Regional Medical Center 2007
Carson City Reader's Choice Award for Best Doctor 2003, 2010, 2011, 2012
Award of Excellence, University of Nevada School of Medicine 2005-2012
Compassionate Doctor Recognition Award 2010-2012
Patient's Choice Award 2008, 2010-2012

Diplomate, American Board of Family Practice
Member, American Academy of Family Physicians
Member, Nevada Academy of Family Physicians

Nevada

Fly fishing, camping, water skiing, snow skiing, reading, golf and cooking.

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
$525.00 every 3 months*

Semi-Annual
$1,050.00 every 6 months*

Annual
$2,100.00 each year*

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Dr. Dunlap

Meet Merritt W. Dunlap, MD


I take the time necessary to understand my patient’s needs and goals so that together we can personalize a plan to meet your needs. I believe that prevention and timely intervention are the keys to longevity and a richer, healthier life. The MDVIP program allows me to use advanced diagnostics and preventive screenings to identify risks and formulate a wellness and treatment plan for each individual patient. I will ensure you are educated, empowered and supported to achieve the maximum return on the most important investment you’ll ever make—your own 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. Dunlap'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. Dunlap quickly and take your time during each appointment.

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Reachable 24/7

Reach Dr. Dunlap 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. Dunlap 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
$525.00 every 3 months*

Semi-Annual
$1,050.00 every 6 months*

Annual
$2,100.00 each year*

Get Started Today

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

Testimonials from patients of Merritt W. Dunlap, MD

Kudos to Dr. Merritt Dunlap

from Paula in NV • February 8, 2024
Dr. Dunlap is the best! I never feel rushed. He's thorough and explains everything well so that I am able to make decisions on options in treatment. He's earthy and not intimidating at all. He's up to date professionally and able to comment on current trends and treatments. I like that he shares some personal stories when we have common interests such as the time I talked Read more...

Too many to count

from Dwight in NV • January 31, 2024
Dr. Dunlap is the kind of doctor that everyone wants. He genuinely cares for his patients. He told me once that moving to MDVIP was a great decision because it allows him to provide care on an individual basis more so than if he were in a large practice. He never fails to respond to questions or requests for help on the same day, usually with a phone call. One instance really shows the lengths Dr Read more...

Dr. Dunlap is the best, hands down!

from Cheryl and Bruce in NV • January 21, 2024
You’re asking for one moment that has stood out to us. It’s impossible to choose only one. We are in our mid-60s, and have been patients of many doctors in our lives. We have never had better care. Dr. Dunlap is comforting, caring, thorough, knowledgeable, easy to talk to and enjoyable. We might have gotten one of those attributes from any previous doctor, but he’s the whole package. We are Read more...

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from RITA in NV • January 18, 2024
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Dr Dunlap goes above and beyond explaining EVERYTHING concerning my health to me in detail so that I totally understand I always leave his office understanding the steps I need to take to set some goals needed Dr Dunlap is kind caring and has a great sense of Humour My thanks as always go out to Dr Dunlap and his staff they are the BEST in my book

Each year brings new challenges.

from Bill in NV • March 18, 2020
During most of my life I have been blessed with excellent health and the ability to pursue many activities with relative ease. After my 71st birthday, there seems to have been a shift. His annual routine medical exams are detailed, thorough, and full of understandable explanations. Any needed followup is always efficient. During the summer of 2018 both of my medial meniscus developed tears Read more...

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Locations & Hours

Primary Office

412 West John Street Suite D
Carson City, NV 89703

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Hours

Mon 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Tue 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Wed 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Thu 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Fri 8:30 AM - 12:00 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
$525.00 every 3 months*

Semi-Annual
$1,050.00 every 6 months*

Annual
$2,100.00 each year*

Get Started Today

Get Started | Today
 

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

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