Virtual Integrative Family Medicine for New Mexico Residents
Board-certified whole-person primary care, delivered anywhere in New Mexico.
Availability
Mon, Tue, Thur & Fri
8:30 AM – 4:30 PM CST
9:30 AM – 5:30 PM EST
About Your Care in New Mexico
Across much of New Mexico, the closest primary care office is a serious drive, and specialty care is farther still. Video visits collapse that distance. Dr. Shakeilla Smithbey, MD, sees patients in Albuquerque, Rio Rancho, Santa Fe, Las Cruces, Farmington, Roswell, Gallup, Taos, Silver City, and the rural counties in between.
New Mexico sits on Mountain Time, so appointments land at 7:30 AM – 3:30 PM MT, Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday.
At Tree of Life Integrative Family Medicine, healthcare goes beyond treating symptoms. We combine evidence-based primary care with lifestyle medicine and integrative healthcare principles — looking at nutrition, sleep, stress, movement, relationships, and emotional well-being — to address the whole person, not just the disease.
ABOUT YOUR PHYSICIAN
Dr. Shakeilla Smithbey, MD
Board-Certified Integrative & Family Medicine Physician in 11 states
Board-certified in Integrative and Family Medicine, with a two-year Integrative Medicine fellowship through Stamford Hospital and the University of Arizona — regional training that shapes how she practices. MD from Howard University College of Medicine; residency in Family and Social Medicine at Montefiore Medical Center, Bronx. 10+ years in practice, licensed in 11 states.
PERSONALIZED CARE
Conditions We Treat
We manage a wide range of chronic, acute, and preventive health needs virtually, including hypertension, diabetes and prediabetes, high cholesterol, thyroid disorders, obesity, menopause and hormonal wellness, anxiety, depression, and stress, sleep concerns, and general primary care needs.
Diabetes & Prediabetes
Hypertension
Menopause & Hormonal Wellness
High Cholesterol
Anxiety
Depression
Thyroid Disorders
Sleep Concerns
Obesity
General Primary Care
How Your Virtual Visit Works
STEP 1
Book or inquire online or by phone
STEP 2
Insurance verification
STEP 5
Receive your care plan, labs, referrals, and follow-up recommendations
STEP 3
Complete intake forms & registration
STEP 4
Attend your secure, HIPAA-compliant video visit
Full details available on our
How Virtual Visits Work page.
COVERAGE
Insurance We Accept
We accept many major commercial insurance plans as well as Medicare, including Aetna, AmeriHealth, Blue Cross Blue Shield Horizon, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas, Cigna, Clover Health, Coventry First Health PPO, Galaxy Health Network, InterGroup Services, New Jersey Health Plan, QualCare, UnitedHealthcare, and WellCare. Coverage varies by plan, so we encourage patients to verify their benefits before scheduling. Out-of-network and self-pay options are also available.
Clover Health
UnitedHealthcare
New Jersey Health Plan
Aetna
Coventry First Health PPO
Cigna
QualCare
AmeriHealth
WellCare
BCBS Horizon
Medicare
New Mexico Telehealth FAQs
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A stable connection is ideal, but a phone hotspot often carries video fine. If the connection fails mid-visit, the appointment can continue by phone so your time isn't wasted.
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Yes. Visits are conducted on a secure, HIPAA-compliant video platform, so your health information stays private and protected whether you're joining from Albuquerque, Santa Fe, and Las Cruces or anywhere else in New Mexico.
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Orders are written so you can use the most convenient draw site or hospital lab available to you, and results are reviewed together afterward.
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We accept Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare, AmeriHealth, BCBS plans, WellCare, and additional commercial plans. Coverage varies by plan, so we recommend verifying benefits before your visit. Self-pay options are also available.
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Yes. When an in-person evaluation or specialist input is required, you'll be referred to an appropriate local provider.
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Follow-ups run about 30 minutes and can be scheduled at whatever interval your condition calls for — no drive means closer monitoring is realistic.
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Yes. When clinically appropriate, prescriptions are sent electronically to your pharmacy of choice anywhere in New Mexico.
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Just a smartphone, tablet, or computer with an internet connection — no app download or special equipment required.
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Dr. Smithbey is licensed to treat patients anywhere within New Mexico, including Albuquerque, Santa Fe, and Las Cruces and surrounding areas — not just major metro areas
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Many primary care and integrative medicine concerns can be managed virtually, including diabetes and prediabetes, hypertension, high cholesterol, weight management, thyroid disorders, menopause and hormonal wellness, anxiety, and depression.
Get started!
New Mexico residents can book a virtual visit with Dr. Smithbey online or by calling/texting 609-354-5553. New to telehealth? Visit our How Virtual Visits Work page or subscribe to Dr. Smithbey's YouTube channel for health education and tips.