About
Keith W. Michl, MD, FACP, earned his undergraduate degree in Biology and Chemistry from Middlebury College in 1977. He went on to earn his Doctorate of Medicine from the University of Cincinnati College of Medicine in 1981. He completed both his internship and residency in Internal Medicine at George Washington University Medical Center, finishing in 1984. He chose the Primary Care Track for his residency, a focus that has defined his career ever since.
Dr. Michl holds dual Diplomate status from the National Board of Medical Examiners and the American Board of Internal Medicine. He carries certifications in Advanced Cardiac Life Support and Advanced Trauma Life Support. His primary specialty is general internal medicine, with added qualifications in geriatric medicine and age management. He applies expertise in preventive cardiology, nutrition, weight management, and integrative health to give patients a thorough, whole-person perspective. He served as Chairman of the Department of Medicine at Southwestern Vermont Medical Center from 1999 to 2001, and the Vermont Medical Society elected him as its President in 1991-1992. The American Society of Internal Medicine named him Young Internist of the Year in 1993, and the Vermont Chapter of the American College of Physicians recognized him with its Laureate Award in 2007. He approaches every patient relationship as a partnership, combining clinical knowledge with listening and coaching to help patients navigate their health goals.
Education & Training
Undergraduate
Middlebury College, B.A. Biology and Chemistry, 1977
Medical School
University of Cincinnati College of Medicine, Doctorate of Medicine, 1981
Residency
Internal Medicine, Primary Care Track, George Washington University Medical Center, 1982-1984
Additional Training
Internship: Internal Medicine, George Washington University Medical Center, 1981-1982
Certifications
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Michl right for?
Dr. Michl is an excellent fit for adults seeking a long-term primary care relationship with a seasoned internist. Older adults and those managing geriatric conditions benefit from his added qualifications in geriatric medicine and age management. Patients with cardiovascular risk factors, weight concerns, or nutritional challenges will find his focused expertise directly relevant. He works well with individuals who want a physician to help them navigate complex health decisions and the broader healthcare system.
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Dr. Michl specializes in general internal medicine with added qualifications in geriatric medicine and age management. He also focuses on cardiovascular disease prevention, obesity, weight management, and nutritional disorders. His integrative health interests allow him to address conditions from multiple angles.
Yes, Dr. Michl holds Diplomate status from both the National Board of Medical Examiners and the American Board of Internal Medicine. He also maintains certifications in Advanced Cardiac Life Support and Advanced Trauma Life Support.
Dr. Michl completed his medical degree at the University of Cincinnati College of Medicine in 1981. He trained at George Washington University Medical Center in Washington, DC, for both his internship and his Internal Medicine residency, finishing in 1984.
Dr. Michl describes his approach as compassionate and unhurried. He combines listening, teaching, and coaching to help patients maintain wellness. He treats each patient relationship as an equal partnership, working collaboratively to set and achieve health goals through lifestyle changes and prescribed treatments.
Yes, Dr. Michl holds added qualifications in geriatric medicine and age management beyond his primary internal medicine specialty. He regularly treats older adults and patients managing age-related health conditions.
Dr. Michl actively advocates for his patients within the healthcare system. His close doctor-patient relationships allow him to guide members through complex medical decisions and coordinate referrals when needed. He refers to Rutland Regional Medical Center and Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center for specialized care.
The American Society of Internal Medicine named Dr. Michl Young Internist of the Year in 1993. The Vermont Chapter of the American College of Physicians honored him with its Laureate Award in 2007. He also served as President of the Vermont Medical Society from 1991 to 1992.
Prevention is central to Dr. Michl's practice. He emphasizes preventive cardiology, comprehensive health screenings, and advanced diagnostic testing. His goal is to help patients prevent illness before it develops, not simply manage it after the fact.
Doctor profile last updated June 6, 2026