Dr. Andrew GilchristM.D.
Internal Medicine
at Vital Edge Health — Medford, OR
About
, brings nearly 20 years of Oregon-based internal medicine practice to Direct Primary Care of Eugene. He earned his undergraduate degree in Biology at the University of Washington, where the athletic department recognized him for outstanding academic achievement as a member of the track and field team. He went on to the University of Nevada School of Medicine, where faculty named him an outstanding student in internal medicine. His residency in Internal Medicine took place at the University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics in Iowa City.
Dr. Gilchrist holds board certification from the American Board of Internal Medicine. He served two years as Chief of Staff at McKenzie Willamette Medical Center and most recently served as President of the Lane County Medical Society. His peers selected him to appear in Eugene Magazine's Top Doctors issue. He participates in physician training programs across the United States. His clinical focus includes preventive health, managing complex and multiple medical problems, osteoarthritis treatment, and primary care for both amateur and elite athletes. Outside the clinic, he enjoys running, cycling, restoring vintage cars, and spending time with his family.
Education & Training
Undergraduate
University of Washington, B.S. Biology
Medical School
University of Nevada School of Medicine
Residency
Internal Medicine, University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics
Certifications
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Gilchrist right for?
Dr. Gilchrist serves adults seeking an experienced internist with a strong preventive focus. Patients managing multiple or complex chronic conditions benefit from his methodical, thorough approach. Active adults, including amateur and competitive athletes, find his sports-aware primary care perspective particularly useful. Those dealing with osteoarthritis receive targeted medical management from a physician who has made it a clinical specialty.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Gilchrist focuses on preventive health, complex and multiple medical problems, and the medical treatment of osteoarthritis. He also provides primary care for active patients, including amateur and elite athletes. His nearly 20 years of internal medicine practice in Oregon give him broad clinical depth across adult health concerns.
Yes. Dr. Gilchrist holds board certification from the American Board of Internal Medicine. He earned that certification after completing his residency at the University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics.
Dr. Gilchrist studied Biology at the University of Washington before attending the University of Nevada School of Medicine, where faculty named him an outstanding student in internal medicine. He completed his Internal Medicine residency at the University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics in Iowa City.
Yes. Dr. Gilchrist served two years as Chief of Staff at McKenzie Willamette Medical Center. He most recently served as President of the Lane County Medical Society. His peers also selected him for Eugene Magazine's Top Doctors issue.
Yes. Dr. Gilchrist has a strong interest in primary care for active people. He sees both amateur and elite athletes and understands the specific health needs that come with competitive and recreational sport.
Dr. Gilchrist has practiced medicine in Oregon for nearly 20 years. He is based at Direct Primary Care of Eugene at 244 Country Club Road, Suite B, Eugene, OR.
Doctor profile last updated April 11, 2026