About
Dr. Joseph Micallef brings more than 20 years of family medicine experience to Evergreen Primary Care. He earned his undergraduate degree at Harvard University and served as a Shipboard Officer in the United States Navy before pursuing medicine. He completed his medical degree at the University of Minnesota and his Family Medicine residency at Smiley's Clinic through the University of Minnesota.
Dr. Micallef practiced at Fairview Lakes Medical Center in Wyoming, Minnesota, then at HealthPartners White Bear Lake Clinic, before spending seven years as a Medical Officer and Primary Care Physician at the Maplewood Veterans Administration Clinic. He holds board certification in Family Medicine and sees patients age 12 and older. He has participated in multiple medical missions abroad. Outside medicine, he enjoys sailing, his three sled dogs, a renovated farmhouse with renewable energy, and time with his wife and daughter.
Education & Training
Undergraduate
Harvard University, BA, graduated 1990
Medical School
University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, MN, graduated 2000
Residency
Smiley's Clinic Family Medicine, University of Minnesota, 2000-2003
Additional Training
Military Service: United States Navy, Shipboard Officer, 1990-1994; Family Medicine Physician, Fairview Lakes Medical Center/Hospital, Wyoming MN 2003-2009; Family Medicine Physician, HealthPartners White Bear Lake Clinic 2009-2016; Medical Officer/Primary Care Physician, Maplewood Veterans Administration Clinic 2017-2024
Certifications
Who is Dr. Micallef right for?
Dr. Micallef is well suited for patients age 12 and older looking for a seasoned family medicine physician with broad clinical experience. Veterans and patients with complex or longstanding primary care needs benefit from his seven years at the VA and his two-plus decades in practice. He is currently accepting new patients and offers a free virtual meet-and-greet for those exploring whether he is the right fit.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. Dr. Micallef currently accepts new patients at Evergreen Primary Care. He offers a free virtual meet-and-greet appointment for anyone who wants to learn more before joining.
Dr. Micallef sees patients age 12 and older. He holds board certification in Family Medicine and has over two decades of experience across outpatient clinic and VA settings.
S. Navy before entering medicine. He practiced at Fairview Lakes Medical Center, HealthPartners White Bear Lake Clinic, and spent seven years at the Maplewood Veterans Administration Clinic.
Yes. Dr. Micallef served as a Medical Officer and Primary Care Physician at the Maplewood VA Clinic from 2017 to 2024. He brings substantial experience caring for veterans and their unique health needs.
Dr. Micallef works to be the most effective partner, advocate, and advisor he can be for each patient. He focuses on helping patients build resilience so they can live the lives they want and need.
Yes. Dr. Micallef has taken part in several medical missions. International health service has been a consistent part of his career alongside his clinical practice.
Doctor profile last updated March 22, 2026