Dr. Carla J. Herman, MD, MPH, Internist
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Dr. Carla J. Herman, MD, MPH

Internist

1823 Camino de Salud Albuquerque NM, 87102
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About

Dr. Carla Herman is an internist practicing in Albuquerque, NM. Dr. Herman specializes in the medical treatment of adults. Internists can act as a primary physician or a consultant to a primary physician. They manage both common and rare diseases. Dr. Herman provides comprehensive care and manages treatment with surgeons as well. Internists establish long-term relationships with their patients and incorporate disease prevention and mental health care into their practice.

Education and Training

Beloit College BA 1974

University of Minnesota M.P.H., Maternal and Child Health 1977

University of Minnesota Medical School MD 1985

University of Minnesota Medical School 1985

Board Certification

1992 Geriatric Medicine

Subspecialty

Added Qualifications Certification

Recertification- 2002

2012

1989 Diplomate

American Board of Internal Medicine

1986 Diplomate

National Board of Medical Examiners

board-certified in geriatric medicine and internal medicine by the (ABIM)

Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Geriatric Medicine

Provider Details

FemaleEnglish

Faculty Titles & Positions

  • Professor Department of Internal Medicine University of New Mexico - Present

Awards

  • 2023- Reviewer for SBIR and Fellowship applications, NIH Year  
  • 2020- Reviewer for NIH Lifestyle Change and Behavioral Health Study Section Year  
  • 2017 NM Governor’s Alzheimer’s Leadership Award Year  
  • 2015-2018 Reviewer: Fellowships in Risk, Prevention and Health Behavior, NIH panel member Year  
  • 2013- Reviewer “Risk, Prevention and Health Behavior” biannually. SBIR NIH Year  
  • 2012 Reviewer, “Understanding and Promoting Health Literacy” panel, NIH Year  
  • 2011-2013 Medical Advisory Committee, Amerigroup Community Care, Albuquerque Year  
  • 2009-2014 Reviewer, Medical Technologies that Reduce Health Disparities, NIBIB, Washington DC annually. Year  
  • 2009-2012 Great West Board Member, American Cancer Society, Seattle WA Year  
  • 2009 Reviewer, Native American Research Centers for Health (NARCH), NIH, Washington DC December. Year  
  • 2009 Special Emphasis Panel/Health Disparities NIH Challenge Grants, NIH July Year  
  • 2009-2010 Advisory Board Member, Public Health and Health Services Block Grant, NM Department of Health, Santa Fe. Year  
  • 2008 Visiting Scholar, University of Auckland, School of Population Health, six-month sabbatical focused on “ageing in place” health policy Year  
  • 2008 Reviewer, Native American Research Centers for Health (NARCH), NIH, Washington DC October. Year  
  • 2008 Lottery Health Research Referee, New Zealand Physical Activity grants, Auckland, October 2008 Year  
  • 2007 Chief of Staff Recognition Award for UNM Home Visiting Program Year  
  • 2007-2013 Board Member, Area Agency on Aging Advisory Council, City of Albuquerque Year  
  • 2007 Reviewer, Cancer Panel, Centers for Disease and Control Special Interest Projects, Atlanta GA Year  
  • 2006 Reviewer, Indian Health Service, Division of Epidemiology and Disease Prevention Program for American Indian/Alaska Native, National Epi Centers Year  

Treatments

  • Diabetes
  • Chronic Pain
  • Arthritis
  • Heart Disease
  • Heart Failure
  • Osteoarthritis
  • Type 2 Diabetes
  • Pain
  • Ear Wax
  • Vascular Disease

Professional Memberships

  • Fellow, American College of Physicians (2004)  
  • Member, American Geriatrics Society (1990)  

Fellowships

  • Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine Division of Geriatric Medicine  1990

Dr. Carla J. Herman, MD, MPH's Practice location

UNM Senior Health

1823 Camino de Salud -
Albuquerque, NM 87102
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New patients: 505-272-1754
Fax: 505-925-4594

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Get to know Geriatrician Dr. Carla J. Herman, who serves patients in Albuquerque, New Mexico.

A devoted geriatrician, Dr. Herman works with patients at UNM Senior Health Center in Albuquerque, New Mexico.

Before embarking on her educational journey, she earned her medical degree from the University of Minnesota Medical School in 1985, and completed her residency in internal medicine at Case Western Reserve University in 1988. Finally, she completed her fellowship in geriatrics at the same educational venue in 1990.

Passionate about her profession, the doctor is board-certified in geriatric medicine and internal medicine by the (ABIM). The ABIM is a physician-led, non-profit, independent evaluation organization driven by doctors who want to achieve higher standards for better care in a rapidly changing world.

Geriatrics, or geriatric medicine, is a specialty that focuses on the health care of elderly people. It aims to promote health by preventing and treating diseases and disabilities in older adults. A geriatrician is a health care provider who focuses on patient well-being and independent functioning. These allopathic or osteopathic health care providers are specifically trained to evaluate and manage the unique health care needs and special treatment requirements of older people.

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