I am soooo glad that she did not make me go to the ER when I described my symptoms for a heart attack. I thought it was a long shot and also thought that most docs would err on the side of caution. Just like she didn’t make me get a scan when I complained of dizziness a few months ago. It WAS allergies. The Claritin worked! I hope my aging process goes on like this until I die of natural… See more
Gayle Cekada, MD
San Luis Obispo, CA 93405 Get Directions
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My Philosophy and Approach to Wellness...
Dr. Cekada's Credentials
University of Colorado Health Sciences Center
Denver, CO
Internal Medicine 1995-1997
University of Colorado Health Sciences Center
Denver, CO
Internal Medicine 1994-1995
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
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
- 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
Testimonials from patients of Dr. Cekada
In March 2018, I had just returned from a Mexican vacation and was suffering from an upper respiratory condition that had me feeling lousy! After a few days, with no relief & a new fever that was sporadic-I called Dr Cekada and her Capable aide, Chantal- and went in for a visit.
After Dr Cekada asked all the questions related to my health, and after evaluating my symptoms, Dr Cekada… See more
Dr. Cekeda is the best doctor I have ever had. I trust her completely and feel so fortunate to have her as my physician.
Dr.Cekeda has always been very compassionate, kind, through and available. She has helped me get through tough times and I have always appreciated her kindness and caring- and she listens
Thank you so much!
Dr. Cekada listens and comes up with a solution. She takes the time to ask many questions. As her patient, sometimes it can be as simple as stress or as serious as cancer and she treats each visit just as important. Iqf I read or have question about a medical condition, Dr. Cekada will always have information for me. I feel important to the doctor.
Dear Dr. Gayle,
We are so grateful to have you for our doctor! Your expertise and compassion make difficult health issues more tolerable. We actually consider you more than just our doctor, but also our friend. You have been there for us right here in SLO but also across the state in Roseville, CA and across the world in New Zealand! We would like to commend Chantel also....she is great… See more
Dr. Cekada is amazing! She caught my valley fever early -- when it's difficult to diagnose and easiest to treat. Without her diligence, follow-up and expertise I would have been much sicker. Thank you, Dr. Cekada, for being there for me!
Doctor Cekada,
So happy to have had you for my doctor since we moved to the Central Coast in 2000.Your caring manner is so appreciated.
I feel very fortunate to have you for my doctor.
Warmly,
Helen D.
Ive been so blessed to have Dr. Cekada as my physician. She diagnosed me with an active heart attack in her office. (I thought I breathed too many cleaning products) and I was sent to the ER. She cares about me, and her patients, she listens, shes a great motivator. She is wonderful to her staff. Im so greatful for her expertise, I trust her completely.
I feel truly cared for by Dr. Cekada. She listens, responds and is always right on top of my health care issues. In addition, she is compassionate and a problem solver.