Dr. Mary CoanMD, PhD, AAFP

Dr. Coan focuses on family medicine and integrative medicine, with particular expertise in managing type 2 diabetes, high cholesterol, and hypertension. She takes a preventive approach, using comprehensive screenings and ongoing blood monitoring to catch issues early. Her integrative training also allows her to address chronic symptoms that may not respond to conventional treatment alone.

Dr. Coan draws on both conventional medicine and time-tested healing practices. She incorporates diet, exercise, lifestyle counseling, chiropractic care, acupuncture, ayurvedic medicine, and naturopathy alongside standard medications and procedures. She builds individualized plans for each patient rather than applying a one-size-fits-all protocol.

Yes. Dr. Coan holds dual board certification as a Diplomate of the American Board of Family Medicine and through the American Board of Integrative Medicine. Her credentials reflect training that spans both conventional primary care and evidence-informed integrative approaches.

Dr. Coan earned her BA in Chemistry and Psychology from the University of Rochester in 1975. She completed a PhD in Toxicology at the University of Rochester School of Medicine and Dentistry in 1982. She later earned her MD from the same institution in 1997, followed by an internship and Family Medicine residency at University of Rochester/Highland Hospital, completing training in 2002.

Yes. Dr. Coan has served as Clinical Faculty in the Department of Family Medicine at the University of Rochester School of Medicine and Dentistry since 2002. She brings that academic perspective directly into her patient care.

Every office visit is with Dr. Coan directly. The practice does not route patients to nurse practitioners or physician assistants. That direct access extends beyond the office; Dr. Coan remains reachable by phone after hours and on weekends.

Dr. Coan holds affiliations with University of Rochester/Strong Memorial and Highland Hospital, Clifton Springs Hospital and Clinic/Rochester Regional Health, and Newark Hospital. These relationships support continuity of care when patients require hospitalization or specialist services.

Dr. Coan approaches each patient as a whole person, addressing body, mind, and spirit together. Her practice centers on health and wellness rather than simply managing disease. She works with each patient to build personalized health goals and views the doctor-patient relationship as a genuine partnership.