About
Dr. Margaret Greenough is a family medicine physician based in San Luis Obispo, California. She earned her medical degree from UCLA School of Medicine in 2010. She then completed her residency training at the University of Michigan in 2013. She brings over ten years of clinical experience to her patients and families on the Central Coast.
Dr. Greenough is passionate about nutrition science, gut microbiome health, sleep and circadian rhythm, cardiovascular health, and the social determinants of wellness. She pays particular attention to caregiver health, recognizing the toll that supporting a loved one can take on one's own wellbeing. Outside the office, she enjoys traveling, cooking, and spending time with her family. She sees health as a long-term partnership and built her Concierge Choice program to create the time and space that kind of care requires.
Education & Training
Medical School
UCLA School of Medicine
Residency
University of Michigan (completed 2013)
Who is Dr. Greenough right for?
Dr. Greenough is a strong fit for individuals and families who want a primary care physician invested in their long-term health. Adults managing preventive health goals, metabolic concerns, or cardiovascular risk benefit from her thorough annual assessments. She works particularly well with patients who value nutrition guidance, lifestyle coaching, and proactive screenings. Family caregivers navigating the health demands of supporting a loved one will also find her attentive and knowledgeable.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Greenough practices comprehensive family medicine with a strong preventive focus. She gives particular attention to cardiovascular and metabolic health, nutrition, sleep health, and the wellness impacts of social connection and caregiving. She tailors annual exams and screenings to each patient's individual health profile.
Dr. Greenough is a family medicine specialist with over ten years of experience. She earned her medical degree from UCLA School of Medicine and completed her residency at the University of Michigan in 2013.
Dr. Greenough takes a proactive, personalized approach. She uses comprehensive annual exams and customized health screenings to identify risks early. She also provides lifestyle coaching to help patients stay motivated around nutrition, sleep, and daily habits.
Yes. Dr. Greenough personally works with members on healthy lifestyle choices. Her clinical interests include nutrition science, the Mediterranean diet, gut microbiome diversity, and the health effects of ultra-processed foods. She integrates these interests directly into her patient conversations.
Yes. Dr. Greenough maintains hospital visit capability for her patients. This allows her to provide continuity of care when a member requires inpatient treatment.
Yes. Dr. Greenough actively advocates for her patients and coordinates care with other providers. She helps members navigate specialist referrals and important medical decisions.
Dr. Greenough sees patients of various ages and serves whole families. She is particularly attentive to adults focused on preventive health, those managing chronic conditions, and family caregivers who need a physician who understands the unique stressors of that role.
Concierge Choice members receive Dr. Greenough's private cell phone number for after-hours questions and concerns. This direct access sets the membership apart from standard primary care availability.
Doctor profile last updated June 11, 2026