About
Dr. Leslie Emhof brings an unusually broad scientific foundation to family medicine. He earned a Bachelor of Arts in Physics from SUNY College of New York and a Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering from New York University before completing his Doctorate of Medicine at SUNY Upstate Medical College in 1977. He then completed both his internship and residency at Tallahassee Memorial Hospital, where he served as Chief Resident from 1979 to 1980. That training laid the groundwork for a Tallahassee career now spanning more than four decades.
Dr. Emhof holds board certifications through the American Academy of Family Physicians and the American Board of Geriatric Medicine. He serves as a Fellow of the American College of Specialists in Geriatrics and a Fellow of the American College of Ethical Physicians. He has served as Medical Director of Westminster Oaks Retirement Center since 1982 and chaired the Family Practice Department at Tallahassee Memorial Hospital in 1988 and 1989. The Best Doctors in America program has recognized him for clinical excellence. He holds membership in the Institute for Functional Medicine and actively tracks new developments in wellness and integrative care. Dr. Emhof describes his philosophy plainly: he sees himself as a health coach, not just a physician. He sends health articles to his patients regularly and believes self-care often matters as much as any prescribed treatment.
Education & Training
Undergraduate
SUNY College of New York, Oneonta, NY - Bachelor of Arts, Physics (1972); New York University, New York, NY - Bachelor of Science, Electrical Engineering (1973)
Medical School
SUNY Upstate Medical College, Syracuse, NY - Doctorate of Medicine (1977)
Residency
Family Medicine Residency, Tallahassee Memorial Hospital, Tallahassee, FL (1978-1980); Chief Resident 1979-1980
Additional Training
Internship, Tallahassee Memorial Hospital, Tallahassee, FL (1977-1978)
Certifications
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Emhof right for?
Dr. Emhof works well with adults who want a physician involved in their long-term wellness, not just acute care. Older adults and seniors benefit from his dual board certification in family and geriatric medicine. Patients managing chronic conditions like type 2 diabetes, high cholesterol, or hypertension find his proactive, coaching-oriented approach effective. He also suits patients who prefer functional and integrative strategies alongside conventional treatment.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Emhof practices family medicine, geriatric medicine, and functional medicine. He holds board certifications in both family medicine and geriatric medicine. His functional medicine membership through the Institute for Functional Medicine reflects his integrative approach to patient health.
Dr. Emhof treats patients managing type 2 diabetes, high cholesterol, and hypertension. He focuses on helping members achieve better long-term control of these conditions. His approach combines conventional treatment with wellness coaching, nutrition guidance, and supplement recommendations.
Dr. Emhof treats medicine as both a science and an art. He functions as a health coach alongside his clinical role - educating, guiding, and supporting patients as they make decisions about their health. He places strong value on self-care and believes patients who actively participate in their own health achieve better outcomes.
Yes. Dr. Emhof holds board certifications through the American Academy of Family Physicians and the American Board of Geriatric Medicine. He also holds Fellowship status in the American College of Specialists in Geriatrics and the American College of Ethical Physicians.
Dr. Emhof earned his medical degree from SUNY Upstate Medical College in Syracuse, New York in 1977. He completed his internship and residency at Tallahassee Memorial Hospital in Tallahassee, Florida, where he was selected as Chief Resident from 1979 to 1980.
Yes. The Best Doctors in America program has recognized Dr. Emhof. He has served as Medical Director of Westminster Oaks Retirement Center since 1982 and previously chaired the Family Practice Department at Tallahassee Memorial Hospital.
Dr. Emhof actively tracks the latest developments in medicine and wellness. He regularly sends health articles to his patients to help them stay informed. Members describe him as consistently up to date on current research, supplements, and wellness trends.
Yes. Every office visit involves Dr. Emhof personally. The practice does not route patients to a nurse practitioner or physician assistant. This direct-access model is a core feature of his MDVIP practice.
Doctor profile last updated April 4, 2026