About
Dinh X. Tran, MD is a board-certified family physician practicing concierge medicine in Shoreline, WA through the MDVIP network. He earned his Bachelor of Arts in Chemistry and Philosophy from the University of San Diego in 2004. He then completed his Doctorate of Medicine at St. Matthews University School of Medicine. His residency in Family Medicine took place at Detroit Medical Center and Wayne State University in Detroit, where he served as Chief Resident. He holds board certification as a Diplomate of the American Board of Family Medicine and practices in Washington. He also speaks Vietnamese, expanding access for patients in the community.
Dr. Tran focuses clinically on sports medicine, diabetes, obesity, and cardiovascular disease. His research includes a published study in the Journal of Behavioral Medicine examining executive cognitive control in type 2 diabetes and its effects on health behaviors. He also co-presented work on integrating depression care into residency training at a Federally Qualified Health Center. Dr. Tran believes a strong patient-doctor relationship forms the foundation of better health. He partners with each patient on their individual path toward improved health outcomes, honoring their personal philosophy and lifestyle.
Education & Training
Undergraduate
University of San Diego, San Diego, CA - Bachelor of Arts, Chemistry and Philosophy (2004)
Medical School
St. Matthews University School of Medicine - Doctorate of Medicine
Residency
Detroit Medical Center/Wayne State University, Detroit, MI - Family Medicine (Chief Resident)
Certifications
Languages
English, Vietnamese
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Tran right for?
Dr. Tran is a strong fit for adults seeking a primary care physician who takes time to understand the whole person. Patients managing diabetes, obesity, or cardiovascular disease benefit from his focused clinical experience. Athletes and active individuals find his sports medicine background especially valuable. He serves patients from diverse cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds and speaks Vietnamese. Anyone who values direct, after-hours access to their own physician will feel at home in his practice.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Tran focuses on sports medicine, diabetes, obesity, and cardiovascular disease. He also delivers comprehensive preventive care and family medicine across all ages. His clinical background includes published research on type 2 diabetes and health behaviors.
Yes, Dr. Tran holds board certification as a Diplomate of the American Board of Family Medicine. He practices in Washington and maintains his certification through ongoing professional development.
Dr. Tran earned his Doctorate of Medicine at St. Matthews University School of Medicine. He completed his Family Medicine residency at Detroit Medical Center and Wayne State University in Detroit, where he served as Chief Resident.
Every office visit means time with Dr. Tran himself. He does not delegate visits to nurse practitioners or physician assistants. That direct access is central to how he practices medicine.
Yes, Dr. Tran speaks Vietnamese. This allows him to serve Vietnamese-speaking patients in the Shoreline, King County, and greater Seattle community more effectively.
Dr. Tran believes a strong patient-doctor relationship forms the foundation of better health. He personalizes care to each person's medical, cultural, and socioeconomic circumstances. He partners with each patient on their individual path toward improved health outcomes, honoring their personal philosophy and lifestyle.
Yes, Dr. Tran published a study in the Journal of Behavioral Medicine examining executive cognitive control in type 2 diabetes and its effects on health behaviors. He also co-presented research on integrating depression care into residency training at a Federally Qualified Health Center.
Dr. Tran welcomes patients from all backgrounds. He personalizes care to each person's cultural and socioeconomic circumstances. His ability to speak Vietnamese further broadens access for patients in the community.
Doctor profile last updated March 21, 2026