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Mission Statement
To develop exceptional, compassionate family medicine physicians dedicated to serving the diverse healthcare needs of rural, tribal, and US-Mexico border community residents. We are committed to fostering a culture of patient-centered, integrated healthcare, delivered through collaborative partnerships that benefit our community.
Our Vision
Our vision is to transform rural healthcare by becoming a nationally renowned hub for family medicine education, cutting-edge research, and impactful community service. With an innovative curriculum and strategic partnerships, we are shaping the next generation of physicians who will champion health equity, improve healthcare access, and elevate clinical excellence. Together, we’re not just preparing doctors—we’re cultivating leaders who will revolutionize population health and drive real change for underserved communities.
Program Leadership
NATALIA V. GALARZA CARRAZCO, MD, FAAFP - PROGRAM DIRECTOR
NATALIA V. GALARZA CARRAZCO, MD, FAAFP - PROGRAM DIRECTOR
NATALIA V. GALARZA CARRAZCO, MD, FAAFP - PROGRAM DIRECTOR
Wendy figueroa, MS program coordinator
NATALIA V. GALARZA CARRAZCO, MD, FAAFP - PROGRAM DIRECTOR
NATALIA V. GALARZA CARRAZCO, MD, FAAFP - PROGRAM DIRECTOR
Administrative Leadership
MS. AMANDA AGUIRRE, M.A., R.D. PRESIDENT & CEO
MARISOL PENUELAS, PCMH, CCE, CHIEF OFFICER OF QUALITY/MEDICAL INFORMATICS
MARISOL PENUELAS, PCMH, CCE, CHIEF OFFICER OF QUALITY/MEDICAL INFORMATICS
MARISOL PENUELAS, PCMH, CCE, CHIEF OFFICER OF QUALITY/MEDICAL INFORMATICS
MARISOL PENUELAS, PCMH, CCE, CHIEF OFFICER OF QUALITY/MEDICAL INFORMATICS
MARISOL PENUELAS, PCMH, CCE, CHIEF OFFICER OF QUALITY/MEDICAL INFORMATICS
KEVIN DRIESEN, PHD PROGRAM DEVELOPMENT COORDINATOR
MARISOL PENUELAS, PCMH, CCE, CHIEF OFFICER OF QUALITY/MEDICAL INFORMATICS
Philip Gladney Chief IT/communications officer/Tele-medicine coordinator
Philip Gladney Chief IT/communications officer/Tele-medicine coordinator
Philip Gladney Chief IT/communications officer/Tele-medicine coordinator
Philip Gladney Chief IT/communications officer/Tele-medicine coordinator
Philip Gladney Chief IT/communications officer/Tele-medicine coordinator
Ana Montoya, M.S WAHEC Director
Ana Montoya, M.S WAHEC Director
Philip Gladney Chief IT/communications officer/Tele-medicine coordinator
Ana Montoya, M.S WAHEC Director
Core Faculty
Mandana Semnani, MD Family Medicine Core Faculty
Mandana Semnani, MD Family Medicine Core Faculty
Mandana Semnani, MD Family Medicine Core Faculty
alex valenzuela, lcsw behavioral health Adult Services director
Mandana Semnani, MD Family Medicine Core Faculty
Mandana Semnani, MD Family Medicine Core Faculty
Mandana Semnani, MD Family Medicine Core Faculty
Clinical Faculty
Prakshep Bhatt, MS, MD Internal Medicine
Prakshep Bhatt, MS, MD Internal Medicine
Prakshep Bhatt, MS, MD Internal Medicine
Charlotte Richards, MD-BC OB-GYN
Prakshep Bhatt, MS, MD Internal Medicine
Prakshep Bhatt, MS, MD Internal Medicine
Michael Stevens, MD OB-GYN
Prakshep Bhatt, MS, MD Internal Medicine
Daniel Calabrese, MD-BC Pediatrics
Daniel Calabrese, MD-BC Pediatrics
Stephen Bailey, MD Psychologist behavioral health Children Services director
Daniel Calabrese, MD-BC Pediatrics
Ava Rose, MD Internal medicine
Stephen Bailey, MD Psychologist behavioral health Children Services director
Stephen Bailey, MD Psychologist behavioral health Children Services director
Stephen Bailey, MD Psychologist behavioral health Children Services director
Stephen Bailey, MD Psychologist behavioral health Children Services director
Stephen Bailey, MD Psychologist behavioral health Children Services director