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Samantha Mekrut

Family Medicine

Board certified 18+ years in practice

About

Dr. Samantha Mekrut is a board‑certified family physician and founder of Meristem Family Medicine. With over 18 years of experience, she created the practice to provide direct primary care that eliminates insurance‑driven barriers, allowing for longer visits, same‑day access, and personalized treatment plans. Dr. Mekrut emphasizes building strong doctor‑patient relationships and a holistic approach to health, integrating lifestyle counseling, preventive care, and chronic disease management.

She is passionate about women’s health, especially menopause care, and is a Menopause Society Certified Practitioner (MSCP). Dr. Mekrut also advocates for climate change awareness and incorporates community‑focused initiatives, encouraging patients to engage in wellness activities such as yoga, hiking, and mindfulness.

Credentials

Training & certification

Medical school
Georgetown University (2006)
Board certification
Family Medicine - American Board of Family Medicine
Designations
FAAFP, MSCP
Years in practice
18+ years
Specialty
Family Medicine

Licensing

Licensure & registration

NPI
1386850428

Practice

Where Dr. Mekrut practices

Professional memberships

  • AAFP · Fellow
  • The Menopause Society · Member

Community

Dr. Mekrut participates in community education on menopause and women’s health, gives talks at local libraries, and supports environmental and wellness initiatives.

DPC experience

Started DPC: 2025

Data aggregated from publicly available sources including the NPPES Registry, practice websites, and professional directories.