Southwest Women's Health, PA Healthcare by Women for Women
Southwest Women's Health, PA    
  









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Kristen Gorbitz CNP, has been in the medical field for 22 years. We recognize that women do not live isolated lives but are interacting with their families and networks and that this directly impacts a woman's health and her needs for care. "I care about my patient's lives as well as their medical care." Linda Dominguez CNP, has been in GYN clinical practice for 24 years and is a nationally recognized educator, trainer and advisor to other health care professionals. "Our practice reflects the community we serve. We have strived to have an office setting that is women-centered and conducive to conversation and care." Kit Stockdale MPAS PA-C, is the newest member of this wonderful group of women, coming from an Internal Medicine practice. She is honored to work with the most intimate aspects of women's lives and believes that having both knowledge and respect for our bodies, and sense of humor about them, can help us navigate our unique roller-coaster ride through the reproductive years and beyond.
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Karen L. Dwyer, PA-C, was raised and educated in Albuquerque. She has worked with Dr. Shoden since 2004. She chose this career because she felt more attuned to women's mental and health needs. "I love working with women through all their life stages." Daphne Johnson CNP, is a native New Mexican and has been in practice with Dr Williams for 22 years. She is a certified menopause clinician offering both traditional and natural hormone replacement therapy. "I'm reminded every day how resilient women are."
     
Dr Rebecca Shoden, Dr. Kelly Drescher & Dr. Karen Williams

For some people, life's calling is loud and clear. Take Dr. Karen Williams, for example. "I knew I wanted to be a doctor when I was in the third grade," she says, "though there has never been a physician in my family." "I've always loved working with women," says Dr. Williams. "We go through some interesting transitions - from adolescence, through the childbearing years, then into menopause and beyond. I am honored to be able to be a part of these transitions with my patients."

Dr. Shoden decided on going into medicine earlly as well, and enjoys taking care of women of all ages. She also enjoys quilting, spending time with her family and traveling.

Dr. Kelly Drescher: "I really enjoy being able to offer my patients minimally invasive surgical options. This allows them to return to their busy lives quickly. Quality of life is so important to us all and I try to provide that for my patients. I truly value the time I get to spend outdoors with my friends and family, and it is the primary reason I moved back to Albuquerque. I look forward to meeting you soon, either in the office or on the bike trails."