Merritt W. Dunlap, MD

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
$500.00 every 3 months*

Semi-Annual
$1,000.00 every 6 months*

Annual
$2,000.00 each year*

Merritt W. Dunlap, MD

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 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. 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
$500.00 every 3 months*

Semi-Annual
$1,000.00 every 6 months*

Annual
$2,000.00 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.

Testimonials from patients of Merritt W. Dunlap, MD

The odd duck 🤪

from Kimberley in NV • March 9, 2024
Doctor, I hope this finds you and yours doing well.
I am so grateful for you and your support kindness and understanding, with a whole lot of patience.
With this basket case.
Thank you for my husband. I would not know what I would be like without him.
Stay salty Doctor.
And let’s stay strong , healthy and happy.
Thank the ladies as well for me.

Love my Doc!

from Jeffrey P in NV • March 9, 2024
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Dr Dunlap has been my primary physician for the past 25 plus years. When he left a large practice in Carson City to start a MDVIP practice, I was reluctant to sign up right away due to the additional cost. I am so glad we did, I feel the investment has been worth every penny. Dr. Dunlap has been available to us whenever we need him and he never gets impatient about hearing whatever the ailment Read more...

Super Doc Dunlap

from Rose in NV • February 21, 2024
When I first met Dr. Dunlap, it was a visit to decide if he was to be my new Dr. We had just moved to the area and had heard how difficult it could be to even get and appointment to see a Dr. First of all, it meant so much that he was available to meet with me and then I loved the fact that he was open to discussing our mutual love of research and new methods and modes of treatment. He is always Read more...

A Fantastic Doctor

from Jill in NV • February 16, 2024
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Dr. Dunlap is one in a million. He is always there for me to answer my questions, make informed suggestions and make sure I have the best health care possible.
If I have a question or a request I email him and get a response in less than an hour. No question is too small and he always gives me a well thought out reply. My friends can ask me to ask him a question and he answers those Read more...

Thank you Dr Dunlap

from Lana in NV • February 16, 2024
I always thought it would be wonderful to have a doctor as a family member because you could always prevail upon them when you need to ask a question and get support with your medical conditions. Doctor Dunlap is as close as you can get to that. I have never had a doctor who I felt you could call upon to answer a question and put your mind at ease. He is caring and wants to help you understand Read more...

The Office of Merritt W. Dunlap, MD


Locations & Hours

Primary Office

412 West John Street Suite D
Carson City, NV 89703

call 1.866.696.3847

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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
$500.00 every 3 months*

Semi-Annual
$1,000.00 every 6 months*

Annual
$2,000.00 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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