Internal Medicine Residency Rotations

7704 A Second St. NW, ABQ, NM 87107

The First Choice clinic is a community health center, part of a large network of First Choice clinics in Albuquerque. The clinic serves an underserved population – you will see many uninsured and underinsured patients, as well as patients on Medicaid and UNM Care, which is the county’s indigent fund. About 25% of the patients are Spanish speaking only, and there are some from Southeast Asia who don’t speak English. This clinic does not have many ancillary resources, and access to specialty care is slow (the referrals go to UNM and can take 3-6 months), so you will end up managing a lot of complex medical issues, as well as doing small procedures such as joint injections and toenail removals. There is one attending, Richard Aries MD, and only 1-2 residents per class participate in this clinic. This clinic is primarily intended for residents who are very interested in primary care and motivated to take care of underserved populations.

401 San Mateo Blvd. SE, Albuquerque, NM 87108

Presbyterian is a non-profit medical organization that is committed to improving the health of New Mexicans. The Presbyterian San Mateo clinic is a primary care multi-specialty clinic with family medicine and pediatrics as well as internal medicine.  Due to its location, this clinic sees one of the most diverse patient populations that Albuquerque has to offer.

Its preceptor, Dr. Alberto Aguayo-Rico, graduated from UNM in internal medicine in 2015. He focuses on preventative medicine and on the education and management of chronic disease states such as diabetes and hypertension.  Dr. Aguayo-Rico also teaches multiple office- based procedures like joint and trigger point injections, skin biopsies, Nexplanon insertions, and IUD placements to name a few. Additionally, residents at San Mateo will be exposed to and treat various behavioral health conditions and learn about addiction management, especially with buprenorphine (Suboxone). These areas are all essential for the well-rounded practice of Primary Care.

This experience is intended for residents with a strong desire to focus on outpatient internal medicine in order to practice as primary care physicians upon graduation.

Its preceptor, Dr. Alberto Aguayo-Rico, graduated from UNM in internal medicine in 2015. He focuses on preventative medicine and on the education and management of chronic disease states such as diabetes and hypertension.  Dr. Aguayo-Rico also teaches multiple office- based procedures like joint and trigger point injections, skin biopsies, Nexplanon insertions, and IUD placements to name a few. Additionally, residents at San Mateo will be exposed to and treat various behavioral health conditions and learn about addiction management, especially with buprenorphine (Suboxone). These areas are all essential for the well-rounded practice of Primary Care.

 This experience is intended for residents with a strong desire to focus on outpatient internal medicine in order to practice as primary care physicians upon graduation.

Located near the Main hospital. The faculty include Drs. Shank and Dana Fotieo. Dr. Shank is formally trained in Family medicine and integrative medicine. Dr. Fotieo has been with the division of General Internal Medicine and the UNM residency program for several years and she continues great work as a general internist.

7801 Academy Rd. NE, Albuquerque, New Mexico 87109

Dr. Fancovic provides outstanding primary care as a general internist with an interest in LGBTQ patients. Dr. Adolph has a strong interest in research specifically in the areas of cardiology and diabetes.

Southwest Mesa Clinic is the largest resident continuity clinic for the university and functions as a patient centered medical home with clinical psychologists, social work, nursing, medical assistants, clinical pharmacists, diagnostic testing and mid-level support. We pride ourselves on providing exceptional primary care to a primarily low socioeconomic population with significant healthcare and social needs. We do this with an amazing inter-professional group! We also complete procedures such as trigger points and joint injections. The faculty include Drs: Shera, Chan, Ferdowsian, Marsh and Doorley. Drs. Shera, Doorley and NP Hoang do procedures. Dr. Marsh is Integrative Medicine board certified and Dr. Shera completed the Integrative Medicine track as a resident. Dr. Ferdowsian is trained in Preventative Health and a substantial back ground in human and non-human rights. Dr. Chan helps lead the charge in diversity in medicine through the school of medicine and does inpatient/outpatient care. Dr. Doorley is also Addiction Medicine trained.

4808 McMahon Blvd, NW, Albuquerque, NM 87114

Welcome to the Westside Clinic! As the name implies, our clinic is located on the growing and busy Westside of Albuquerque, very near the Rio Rancho City limits. Past and current residents have remarked that the clinic provides a friendly and helpful atmosphere and provides a realistic primary care practice setting. We use the team approach in the care of our patients, so you will have the support you need.  Our supporting team members include psychology, pharmacist clinician, antithrombosis clinic, nurses, medical assistants, social work, and case management. In addition to Internal Medicine, we also have Pediatrics, OB/GYN, Allergy and Sports Medicine. We also have on site laboratory and point of care testing. 

The medical director is a UNM graduate Dr. Prapasiri, who performs joint and trigger point injections and is also a Suboxone provider. Other internal medicine attendings include Drs. Madhu, Sandoval, Bustos and mid-level providers. Dr. Madhu is trained in integrative therapies and trigger point injections. Dr. Sandoval has extensive experience and has worked at the Indian Health Service, NM Cancer Center, and Southwest Care (HIV and Hep C clinic). He is also part of a committee for Medical Aid in Dying. Dr. Bustos is also a UNM graduate with experience in Hospital Medicine and MICU level care.

1501 San Pedro SE, Albuquerque, NM 87108

The patient population at the VA clinics provides true continuity, as most patients present regularly for care, will be on your clinic panel through your whole residency experience, and you may see your clinic patients on wards, if they are admitted to the hospital.  The patient population is largely male, but the female percentage is increasing and you will have women on your panel. Our clinic has recently gained the ability to do breast exams in our own clinic and we are working towards being able to do pelvic exams as well.  Although a significant portion of your panel will be middle-aged or older, the proportion of younger veterans (male and female) has been  increasing over the last several years. Generally, all patients are English speaking.  You will learn to manage chronic conditions very well, including heart disease, COPD, diabetes, and chronic kidney disease and will see a variety of acute problems as well.  There are some very medically complicated patients who have been managed by successive generations of residents for many years, as well as new patients presenting with one or two problems.  At the VA clinics, you have good access to sub-specialty care, and will be able to monitor results of consultations easily in the electronic medical record.  The psychosocial issues you will see in VA patients tend to differ from other clinics, in that insurance coverage and access to care is generally not a barrier, but more patients suffer from PTSD, chronic pain, and other issues related to combat.  You will learn how these conditions are managed and will have access to specialty services for your patients. Our teams include nurses who can help with follow-up issues, pharmacist can assist with medication management, social workers who can help assist with access to care, and you will learn how to practice in a team environment by working with these colleagues