Gayle Cekada, MD

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*

Gayle Cekada, MD

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 or text 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

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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 Gayle Cekada, MD

She's been a partner with us through the years!

from Janet in CA • March 26, 2024
We first contacted Dr. Gayle Cekada when we moved to the Central Coast in 1999. She welcomed us to her practice, which was in Pismo Beach at that time, as the smart and lovely young woman she was then and has continued to be through the twenty-five years since. She was married to Dr. Vendegna but hadn't yet become a mom - something that she managed to take care of soon after becoming our doctor. Read more...

Dr. Cekada is the best!

from Catherine in CA • March 9, 2024
Having a concierge doctor brings great peace of mind. We already knew Dr. Cekada was a good doctor and had tried to get in with her and were fortunate enough to have her admit us to her practice. We had been with a Dignity doctor who never seemed to have enough time to adequately see us. When my husband developed a pain in his leg, Dignity ER diagnosed a blood clot and put him on blood thinners. Read more...

Dr. Gayle Cekada

from Patricia in CA • March 7, 2024
It is a genuine pleasure to relate my complete satisfaction and appreciation with you about my physician, Dr. Gayle Cekada, on National Doctors' Day. To begin with, her competence as a medical provider is beyond question. If issues develop with me that require her intervention, she is immediately available, provides sound counsel, and follows up to ensure my concerns are resolved. My Read more...

The Best Doctor in the World!!!

from Nancy in CA • February 14, 2024
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I met my doctor, Gayle Cekada, is December of 1998 in a walk-in clinic where she removed my two drains after my breast cancer surgery. We had immediate chemistry with her—she was the kindest, most caring doctor I had ever had. She told me that she would be opening her own practice very soon; I promised myself and her that I would be one of her first patients! Twenty-six years and two more Read more...

Dr. Cekada is a perfect 10!

from Bonnie in CA • February 13, 2024
Dr. Cekada has been my primary care physician for over 20 years, and because of her professionalism, expertise, and personable bedside manner, I gladly transitioned with her to MDVIP. A great strength of Dr. Cekada is her ability to really focus on me, the patient, as a person and not just on my medical concern. While she has a clear emphasis on health and wellness, her attention is on where I am 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 MDVIP at 1.866.696.3847 or search for other nearby doctors currently accepting patients.

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