About
Philip S. Meaker, MD, MPH is a board-certified internist who has cared for patients in Victor, New York, for nearly 20 years. He holds a Master of Public Health alongside his medical degree and serves as a member of the American College of Physicians. His clinical interests span hypertension, cardiovascular disease, diabetes, COPD, nutrition, and evidence-based medicine.
Dr. Meaker built his career across a range of healthcare roles before choosing primary care. He started as a nursing assistant, then moved into healthcare research, and later worked as a hospitalist at a small rural hospital. Those experiences shaped his conviction that prevention plays a critical role in maintaining health and quality of life. He approaches each patient relationship as a collaborative partnership, developing personalized plans rooted in scientific evidence. Outside of medicine, Dr. Meaker has been married for over 25 years and has three grown daughters. He enjoys reading, traveling, photography, and woodworking.
Education & Training
Additional Training
Master of Public Health (MPH)
Certifications
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Meaker right for?
Dr. Meaker is a strong fit for adults who want a primary care physician to coordinate all aspects of their health. Patients managing chronic conditions like hypertension, diabetes, or cardiovascular disease benefit from his evidence-based, prevention-first approach. He works well with patients who value a long-term relationship with a single dedicated physician. Those seeking proactive screenings and personalized wellness planning will find his model well suited to their goals.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Meaker focuses on hypertension, cardiovascular disease, diabetes, and COPD. He also has strong clinical interests in nutrition and evidence-based medicine. His preventive approach means he works to identify and address risk factors before they develop into more serious conditions.
Yes, Dr. Meaker holds board certification in Internal Medicine. He is also a member of the American College of Physicians and earned a Master of Public Health in addition to his medical degree.
Dr. Meaker grounds his practice in scientific evidence and collaborative partnership with each patient. He works with patients to develop personalized health plans focused on prevention and long-term wellness. He believes the primary care physician should be central to each patient's overall healthcare.
Dr. Meaker has cared for patients in Victor, New York, for nearly 20 years. His long tenure in the community reflects his commitment to building lasting relationships with patients and their families.
Dr. Meaker began his career as a nursing assistant, then worked in healthcare research, and later served as a hospitalist at a small rural hospital. Those diverse experiences across the healthcare system informed his decision to pursue primary care and his deep appreciation for preventive medicine.
Yes, prevention is central to how Dr. Meaker practices medicine. He delivers the annual MDVIP Wellness Program, which includes advanced screenings and unique inflammation testing developed with Cleveland HeartLab. These tools help detect risk factors early, when treatment can have the greatest impact.
Yes, Dr. Meaker is the sole physician at his practice. When you visit the office, you see Dr. Meaker directly, not a nurse practitioner or physician assistant. His smaller panel size makes this consistent access possible.
Yes, Dr. Meaker offers after-hours availability by phone for more urgent concerns. He is reachable on evenings and weekends, so patients do not have to wait until the next business day for time-sensitive questions.
Doctor profile last updated August 15, 2026