About
Sylvia Luther, MD is a board-certified family physician at Prima Medicine with over two decades of experience in both civilian and military healthcare. She earned her MD from George Washington University School of Medicine and completed her Family Medicine residency at Fairfax Family Practice, affiliated with the Medical College of Virginia, where she served as academic chief resident. Her military career included aviation medicine training and service as a naval flight surgeon aboard the USS JFK.
Dr. Luther also provided comprehensive primary care to active-duty personnel, retirees, and their families across multiple Department of Defense roles. She has served as a teaching consultant for medical residents and students, and volunteered with the Patient and Family-Centered Care Committee and a USHS seminar on cystic fibrosis. She sees patients at the Merrifield and Fairfax locations.
Education & Training
Medical School
George Washington University School of Medicine (MD)
Residency
Family Medicine Residency, Fairfax Family Practice (affiliated with Medical College of Virginia); served as academic chief resident
Additional Training
Aviation medicine training; naval flight surgeon service
Certifications
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Luther right for?
Dr. Luther is a strong fit for adults seeking a board-certified family physician with deep preventive care expertise. Patients with military or Department of Defense backgrounds may find her experience particularly relevant. She works well with adults managing ongoing health conditions who want a thorough, experienced clinician. Those seeking care at the Merrifield or Fairfax locations will find her panel accessible.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Luther specializes in family medicine and preventive medicine. She brings over two decades of experience caring for adult patients in both civilian and military settings. Her background spans primary care, aviation medicine, and teaching.
Yes, Dr. Luther holds board certification in family medicine. She completed her residency at Fairfax Family Practice, affiliated with the Medical College of Virginia, where she served as academic chief resident.
Dr. Luther earned her MD from George Washington University School of Medicine. She completed her Family Medicine residency at Fairfax Family Practice, affiliated with the Medical College of Virginia, and served as academic chief resident.
Dr. Luther served as a naval flight surgeon aboard the USS JFK and pursued aviation medicine training during her military career. She also provided comprehensive primary care to active-duty personnel, retirees, and their families across multiple Department of Defense roles.
Dr. Luther sees patients at Prima Medicine's Merrifield and Fairfax locations.
Yes, Dr. Luther has served as a teaching consultant for medical residents and students. She has also volunteered with the Patient and Family-Centered Care Committee and a USHS seminar on cystic fibrosis.
Dr. Luther sees adult patients with a wide range of primary care needs. Her background makes her especially well-suited for patients interested in preventive care or those with ties to military and Department of Defense communities.
Doctor profile last updated March 21, 2026