Dr. Celia Barraza Valdez, MD
Family Practitioner
1 University of New Mexico Albuquerque NM, 87131About
Dr. Celia Barraza Valdez is a family practitioner practicing in Albuquerque, NM. Dr. Barraza Valdez specializes in comprehensive health care for people of all ages. In addition to diagnosing and treating illnesses, family practitioners also put focus on preventative care with routine checkups, tests and personalized coaching on how to maintain a healthy lifestyle. Dr. Barraza Valdez possesses immense general knowledge on maintaining health and today, family practitioners provide more care for the underserved and rural populations than any other medical specialty.
Education and Training
University of New Mexico MD 1986
Board Certification
Family MedicineAmerican Board of Family MedicineABFM
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Faculty Titles & Positions
- Associate Professor University of New Mexico in the Department of Family Medicine - Present
Professional Memberships
- American Academy of Family Practice
- Fellow of the American Academy of Family Physicians
Professional Society Memberships
- American Academy of Family Practice
Philanthropic Initiatives
- Pajarito Mesa Project providing care to the Pajarito Mesa community
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