About
Dr. Robert D. Winter has practiced family medicine in Newark, Delaware for over 37 years. He earned his Bachelor of Science in Biology Pre-Med from Pennsylvania State University in 1980. He then completed his Doctorate of Medicine at Jefferson Medical College in Philadelphia in 1984. His internship and residency in Family Medicine both took place at the Medical Center of Delaware, where he trained through 1987.
Dr. Winter holds board certification from the American Board of Family Medicine. He co-founded Colonial Lab and X-ray in 1987, Abby Family Practice in 1999, the Laser Center of New Castle in 2006, and Go Care Delaware Urgent Care in 2008. He served as Medical Director of the Masonic Home of Delaware from 1996 to 2009. He continues to mentor the next generation of physicians as a preceptor at the University of Delaware, Wilmington University, and previously at the Medical Center of Delaware's Family Practice Residency Program. Delaware Today recognized him as a Top Doctor in 2021, 2022, and 2024. He is passionate about understanding the emotional and social factors that shape his patients' health, and he aims to create a space where families feel heard. Outside of medicine, he enjoys time with his three children, boat rides, and golf. He values balance in his own life and works to encourage that same sense of well-being in his patients.
Education & Training
Undergraduate
Pennsylvania State University, Bachelor of Science, Biology Pre Med, 1980
Medical School
Jefferson Medical College, Philadelphia, PA, Doctorate of Medicine 1984
Residency
Family Medicine, Medical Center of Delaware, Wilmington, DE, 1985-1987
Additional Training
Internship, Medical Center of Delaware, Wilmington, DE, 1984-1985
Certifications
Who is Dr. Winter right for?
Dr. Winter is a strong fit for families seeking a long-term, relationship-driven primary care physician. Patients who want their doctor to understand their emotional and social context alongside their physical health will connect with his approach. He works well with adults managing chronic conditions and those prioritizing preventive care. Patients who value consistent access to the same physician, including after-hours availability, will find his practice well-suited to their needs.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Winter focuses on family medicine and treats a broad range of acute and chronic conditions. He places particular emphasis on preventive care and managing ongoing health concerns like hypertension, high cholesterol, and type 2 diabetes. His approach addresses physical, emotional, and social factors that contribute to his patients' overall health.
Yes, Dr. Winter holds board certification from the American Board of Family Medicine. He completed his residency training in Family Medicine at the Medical Center of Delaware in Wilmington.
Dr. Winter earned his medical degree from Jefferson Medical College in Philadelphia in 1984. He completed both his internship and his Family Medicine residency at the Medical Center of Delaware in Wilmington, finishing his training in 1987.
Dr. Winter has served the Newark, Delaware community for over 37 years. He co-founded Abby Family Practice in 1999 and has maintained deep roots in the local healthcare community throughout his career.
Dr. Winter focuses on understanding each patient as a whole person. He pays attention to emotional and social contexts alongside physical symptoms. He believes that building genuine family relationships over time leads to more meaningful and effective care.
Delaware Today named Dr. Winter a Top Doctor in 2021, 2022, and 2024. He also serves as a preceptor at the University of Delaware and Wilmington University, reflecting his standing in the regional medical community.
Yes, Dr. Winter actively mentors medical students and healthcare professionals. He serves as a preceptor at the University of Delaware and Wilmington University, a role he has held since 1996. He previously mentored residents through the Family Practice Residency Program at the Medical Center of Delaware from 1987 to 1999.
Dr. Winter holds membership in the American Medical Association, the American Academy of Family Practice Physicians, and the Medical Society of Delaware. He previously served on both the Public Laws Committee and the Medical Ethics Committee of the Medical Society of Delaware.
Doctor profile last updated April 11, 2026