About
Dr. Robert Caifano is a board-certified internist practicing in Rochester, NY through an MDVIP-affiliated concierge model. He earned his Bachelor of Arts in Biology with a minor in Psychology from the University of Rochester in 1985. He then completed his Doctorate of Medicine at the University of Rochester School of Medicine and Dentistry in 1989. His internship and Internal Medicine residency followed at the University of Rochester's Strong Memorial Hospital, completing in 1992. He holds certification from the American Board of Internal Medicine and speaks both English and Italian.
Dr. Caifano has practiced primary care for 30 years. His clinical interests center on comprehensive preventive care, with a specific focus on diabetes, hypertension, hypercholesterolemia, coronary and cerebral vascular disease, cancer, and dementia. He also focuses on weight loss management and personal exercise training. Outside medicine, he enjoys golf, travel, and time with his family. He views each patient relationship as something held sacred and not constrained by time, reflecting a conviction that primary care is a deeply personal calling.
Education & Training
Undergraduate
University of Rochester, Bachelor of Arts, Biology with minor in Psychology, 1985
Medical School
University of Rochester School of Medicine and Dentistry, Doctorate of Medicine, 1989
Residency
Internal Medicine, University of Rochester, Strong Memorial Hospital, Rochester, NY, 1990-1992
Additional Training
Internship: University of Rochester, Strong Memorial Hospital, Rochester, NY, 1989-1990
Certifications
Languages
Italian, English
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Caifano right for?
Dr. Caifano is a strong fit for adults managing chronic conditions such as diabetes, hypertension, high cholesterol, or cardiovascular disease. Patients who want a physician focused on prevention and long-term wellness will find his approach compelling. He also works well with patients pursuing weight loss or building structured exercise habits. Anyone seeking a primary care physician who remains reachable around the clock will appreciate his 24/7 availability by cell phone.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Caifano focuses on comprehensive preventive care across several chronic conditions. These include diabetes, hypertension, hypercholesterolemia, coronary vascular disease, cerebral vascular disease, cancer, and dementia. He also addresses obesity through weight loss management and supports patients with personal exercise training.
Yes, Dr. Caifano holds certification from the American Board of Internal Medicine. He completed his Internal Medicine residency at the University of Rochester's Strong Memorial Hospital and has practiced primary care for 30 years.
Dr. Caifano trained entirely at the University of Rochester. He earned his medical degree from the University of Rochester School of Medicine and Dentistry in 1989. He completed both his internship and Internal Medicine residency at Strong Memorial Hospital in Rochester, NY.
Dr. Caifano places preventive care at the center of his practice. He offers comprehensive advanced health screenings and diagnostic tests designed to identify risk early. He views health as a lifelong journey and partners with each patient on education, guidance, and ongoing support.
Yes. Dr. Caifano makes himself available 24/7 by cell phone, including evenings and weekends. He also offers same- or next-day appointments with minimal waiting for in-office visits or a call back.
Yes, weight loss management and personal exercise training are two of Dr. Caifano's primary clinical interests. He incorporates these services as part of a broader preventive care approach tailored to each patient.
Yes. Dr. Caifano speaks Italian and can conduct appointments in Italian for patients who prefer it.
Dr. Caifano believes that primary care is a very special calling. He treats each patient relationship as something sacred, not something constrained by time. He also believes health is a multifaceted lifelong journey and commits to partnering with each patient throughout that journey.
Doctor profile last updated June 8, 2026
