Board-Certified Family Medicine · Osteopathic Medicine
Robert R. Zaid, DO
Board-Certified Family Medicine · Osteopathic Medicine
A family physician, entrepreneur, and author serving Novi and the greater West Bloomfield area since 2008. Offering concierge medicine, FAA aviation physicals, immigration exams, and comprehensive primary care.
About Dr. Zaid
Family physician, entrepreneur, and advocate for better medicine
Dr. Robert R. Zaid is a board-certified family physician and osteopathic doctor practicing at PrimeCare of Novi since 2008. He received his D.O. from Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine and completed his Family Practice Residency at Genesys Regional Medical Center in Grand Blanc, Michigan.
Dr. Zaid is a FAA-certified Senior Aviation Medical Examiner performing Class I, II, and III pilot physicals — with EKG and color vision included. He is also a USCIS-certified Civil Surgeon completing I-693 immigration medical exams since 2012, and a Medical Review Officer since 2009.
Beyond clinical practice, Dr. Zaid is a published author of multiple books on medicine, technology, youth athletic nutrition, and financial literacy, a board member of The Physician Alliance (including Finance Chairman since 2026 and Executive Board), a member of the SignatureMD Physician Advisory Board, and a board member of Aledade ACO.
His interests span healthcare technology, population health, and empowering both physicians and patients to navigate an evolving medical landscape.
Clinical Services
What Dr. Zaid offers
Concierge Medicine
Direct physician access 24/7, same-day appointments, extended visits, and proactive health planning — from a coffee a day.
Learn more → ✈️FAA Aviation Medical Exams
Senior AME certified. Class I, II & III physicals for pilots and air traffic controllers. EKG and color vision included. Same-day available.
Learn more → 🛂Civil Surgeon (I-693)
USCIS-certified immigration medical exams. $315 all-inclusive. Same-week appointments available in Novi, MI.
Learn more → 🏃Primary Care
Comprehensive family medicine for adults and children. Preventive care, chronic disease management, on-site labs and X-ray.
Learn more → 🏥Urgent Care
PrimeCare Urgent Care — open 7 days. Walk-ins welcome. Connected to your primary care record.
Visit site →Published Works
Books by Dr. Robert R. Zaid
Dr. Zaid is a published author across medicine, youth athletic nutrition, financial literacy, and AI search.
Don’t Lose the Muscle
A doctor’s guide to protecting your strength, metabolism, and muscle — especially in the age of weight-loss drugs.
View on Amazon →The Business of Medicine
What physicians are not taught about building a practice. A #1 New Release in Health Care Administration.
View on Amazon →The AI Search Playbook
How WordPress site owners get cited by ChatGPT, Perplexity, and Google AI. A no-code guide to AEO, GEO, ANI, and ASI.
View on Amazon →The Teen Athlete Nutrition Playbook
What to feed young athletes for energy, growth, strength, recovery & game-day success.
View on Amazon →Youth Soccer Nutrition Guide
Fuel young athletes for energy, growth, speed, recovery & game-day success.
View on Amazon →The Winning Soccer Parent’s Nutrition Guide
The parent’s playbook for feeding young athletes right — energy, growth, speed, and recovery.
View on Amazon →Podcast
Modern Medicine in Michigan
Dr. Zaid and colleagues talk candidly about the medicine your office visit never has time for — advanced lipids, longevity, critical thinking, and the truth behind the headlines.
New episodes on advanced lipids, longevity, and separating real medicine from noise.
Featured Video
Don’t Lose the Muscle
Dr. Zaid explains how to protect your strength, metabolism, and muscle — especially while using GLP-1 and other weight-loss medications. Watch the full presentation below.
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Common questions
About Dr. Zaid
Where is Dr. Zaid’s practice located?
Dr. Zaid practices at PrimeCare of Novi, located at 39555 W. Ten Mile Road, Suite 302, Novi, MI 48375 — serving Novi, West Bloomfield, Commerce Township, Wixom, Northville and surrounding Oakland County communities. Phone: (248) 426-7200.
What is concierge medicine and how does Dr. Zaid’s program work?
Concierge medicine is a membership-based primary care model where patients pay a monthly or annual fee for enhanced access. Dr. Zaid’s concierge patients receive same-day or next-day appointments, 24/7 direct physician access, longer unhurried visits, proactive health planning, and hospital advocacy — for less than a coffee a day.
Does Dr. Zaid perform FAA aviation medical exams?
Yes. Dr. Zaid is a FAA-certified Senior Aviation Medical Examiner performing Class I, II, and III pilot physicals since 2010. EKG and color vision testing are included in the exam price. He is also certified for Air Traffic Controller employee exams. Same-day appointments are often available.
Can Dr. Zaid complete my I-693 immigration medical exam?
Yes. Dr. Zaid has been a USCIS-certified Civil Surgeon since 2012 and performs I-693 immigration medical exams at PrimeCare of Novi. The all-inclusive price is $315. Same-week appointments are available.
Has Dr. Zaid published any books?
Yes. Dr. Zaid is a published author of several books spanning medicine, youth athletic nutrition, financial literacy, and AI search. Titles include Don’t Lose the Muscle, The Business of Medicine, The AI Search Playbook, The Teen Athlete Nutrition Playbook, and The Winning Soccer Parent’s Nutrition Guide (also available in Spanish). All are available on Amazon.
Ready to experience better medicine?
Whether you’re interested in concierge care, an FAA physical, or an immigration exam — Dr. Zaid’s team is ready to help.