About
Dr. Alicia Coker is a board-certified family medicine physician practicing in Miami, Florida. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Medical Technology from George Mason University in 1995. She then completed her Doctorate of Medicine at the University of Miami School of Medicine in 2000, where she also received the University of Miami Medical Trustees Scholarship from 1996 to 2000. Dr. Coker completed both her internship and Family Medicine residency at the University of Miami's Jackson Memorial Hospital, finishing her training in 2003.
Dr. Coker holds certification from the American Board of Family Medicine and maintains active membership in the American Academy of Family Physicians and the Florida Academy of Family Physicians. Her professional career includes roles as Assistant Medical Director at Medigo Urgent Care Center and advisory positions with VitalMD. She currently serves as a Physician Advisor with Ediphy Advisors. Outside medicine, she volunteers with Miami-Dade Animal Services and previously participated in Race for the Cure with the Susan G. Komen Foundation. She enjoys fitness, dining out, reading, and spending time at the beach.
Education & Training
Undergraduate
George Mason University, B.S. Medical Technology, 1995
Medical School
University of Miami, School of Medicine, Doctorate of Medicine, 2000
Residency
Family Medicine, University of Miami, Jackson Memorial Hospital, 2001-2003
Additional Training
Internship: University of Miami, Jackson Memorial Hospital, 2000-2001
Certifications
Who is Dr. Coker right for?
Dr. Coker suits adults who want a primary care physician focused on prevention and long-term health goals. Patients who value punctuality and unhurried appointments find her practice model especially appealing. She works well with busy professionals who need same- or next-day access and responsive communication between visits. Her team-based approach fits patients who want ongoing coaching around fitness, diet, and stress management. Those managing chronic conditions benefit from her use of advanced screenings to track progress and adjust care plans.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Coker specializes in family medicine with a strong focus on preventive care. She uses the annual MDVIP Wellness Program to establish each patient's health baseline and set realistic, personalized goals. Her clinical work includes advanced health screenings, chronic disease management, and lifestyle coaching around exercise and diet.
Yes, Dr. Coker holds certification from the American Board of Family Medicine. She maintains active membership in the American Academy of Family Physicians and the Florida Academy of Family Physicians.
Dr. Coker earned her Doctorate of Medicine from the University of Miami School of Medicine in 2000. She completed both her internship and her Family Medicine residency at the University of Miami's Jackson Memorial Hospital, finishing her residency in 2003.
Dr. Coker starts each patient relationship with the MDVIP Wellness Program, which uses advanced screenings to create a clear health baseline. From that baseline, she and the patient work as a team to set realistic goals. She also reaches out by text between visits to track progress and adjust recommendations based on the patient's schedule and stress levels.
Yes, Dr. Coker maintains a strict on-time policy at her Miami practice. Patients consistently report that appointments start on time or early. This policy lets patients plan their day without unexpected waiting.
Dr. Coker uses the MDVIP Connect patient portal to deliver personalized exercise plans and diet recommendations. She also reaches out to patients by text to check on their progress. These touchpoints allow her to modify goals based on real-life changes in schedule or stress.
Dr. Coker currently serves as a Physician Advisor with Ediphy Advisors. She previously served on the Performance Improvement Committee and PCP Advisory Council at VitalMD and held the role of Assistant Medical Director at Medigo Urgent Care Center from 2008 to 2009.
Yes, Dr. Coker has volunteered with Miami-Dade Animal Services since 2017. She previously participated in Race for the Cure with the Susan G. Komen Foundation for over a decade and volunteered at the Florida Keys Health Fair early in her career.
Doctor profile last updated April 10, 2026